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Sketches from the Opera House

A new book featuring drawings of opera singers and houses inspires Fred Plotkin to think about draughtsman, photographers and other artists who've depicted "our favorite art form." Jun 17, 2016

How to Make Opera Hot and Cool? LoftOpera Has the Recipe

Startup classical music and opera companies are attracting younger audiences with daring programs in unconventional spaces. Fred Plotkin explores the not-so-new keys to their success. Jun 13, 2016

In Dresden Cultural Riches Abound Throughout This 'Florence on the Elbe'

Fred Plotkin visits Dresden, Germany, where he is impressed by a production of 'Lohengrin,' as well as museums, architecture and other musical offerings around the city. Jun 8, 2016

A Wish List for Yannick Nézet-Séguin and the Metropolitan Opera

As the Metropolitan Opera welcomes its future music director, Yannick Nézet-Séguin, Fred Plotkin offers a few suggestions for both the maestro and the organization. Jun 3, 2016

Review: 'The Importance of Being Earnest' Crashes into the NY Phil Biennial

Gerald Barry's 'The Importance of Being Earnest' received its U.S. stage premiere in a plate-smashing and somewhat confounding production by the New York Philharmonic and Lincoln Center. Jun 3, 2016

How Deborah Rutter Manages: A Conversation with the Kennedy Center President

Fred Plotkin sits down with Deborah Rutter for a wide-ranging conversation on the state of Washington, D.C.'s Kennedy Center. May 31, 2016

An Opera Lover's Guide to Summer Productions in North America

In his second column highlighting opera festivals and productions around the world, Fred Plotkin chronologically combs through the top events in North America. May 23, 2016

An Opera Lover's Guide to Europe's Leading Festivals

In the first of two columns highlighting summer festivals abroad and at home, Fred Plotkin goes through the calendar to find Europe's best opera productions of the season and beyond. May 18, 2016