Operavore
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Antonin Scalia and Opera
What were the late Justice Antonin Scalia's thoughts on opera? Aug 3, 2018
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Ring-nuts Rule!
Why Wagner's Ring inspires such devoted fans. Jul 4, 2018
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Exit Interview: Juilliard President Joseph Polisi
Fred Plotkin sits down with retiring Julliard President Joseph Polisi to talk about his life and career. Jun 20, 2018
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Should the Tony Awards Honor Achievements in Opera?
The Tony Awards are happening this Sunday. How should we honor great American productions of opera? Jun 6, 2018
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Subscriptions and the Secrets of Selling Opera Tickets
A decline in attendance comes at a time when there is a lot to admire at the Met. May 24, 2018
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Birgit Nilsson at 100: The 6 Roles That Defined Her Career
To celebrate Birgit Nilsson's centenary, let's take a look at the legendary diva's six signature roles. May 15, 2018
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Of Curtains and Curtain Calls
Fred Plotkin argues for the return of the curtain call after each act. May 15, 2018
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What Makes a Great Opera Orchestra Great?
The International Opera Awards didn't name a winner for best opera orchestra from 2014 to 2017. But in 2018, the prize went to Teatro alla Scala. Why has the category made a comeback? Apr 30, 2018
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Opera News Award Winners Share Their Greatest Lessons
During the commotion of the cocktail hour, I asked them: What do they know now about being a singer that they could never have known early in their career? Apr 26, 2018
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Warm Weather Opera Worth Traveling For
Nowadays, the warm months are filled with a lot of compelling and original opera. This year, the music of Leonard Bernstein (1918–90) is omnipresent, to celebrate his centennial. Apr 15, 2018