Tuesday, January 7, 2014

Classical music vs. guitar hero fashion statements

Younger artists adopt pop music auras in search of fans, fame and fortune.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 04:01PM
Friday, December 20, 2013

WNO world premiere holiday opera a pleasurable family success

New Jeanine Tesori Christmas fable loaded with charm and high spirits.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 02:02PM

WNO's world premiere holiday opera a pleasant family success

Jeanine Tesori opus exudes charm and high spirits, appeals to all ages.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 10:42AM
Monday, December 16, 2013

Christmas in Herndon: Jacob Marley meets '12 Dates of Christmas'

Venerable Elden Street players arrive at their NextStop for the holidays.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 11:03AM
Friday, December 13, 2013

Virginia Opera's 'Magic Flute' a delight at GMU

Fine singing, English language version update this Mozart classic.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 06:33PM
Thursday, December 12, 2013

Korean pianist Ji: Blowing minds in showy DC debut

Formidable talent hearkens back to era when pianists were showmen.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 09:04AM
Saturday, December 7, 2013

NSO, Nurit Bar-Josef in varied all-German program

Thursday series opener also honors memory of Nelson Mandela.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 10:12AM
Friday, December 6, 2013

In Series premieres 'A Family Reunion' at GALA

World premiere Patton and Moses opera a surprising and moving success.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 09:36AM
Friday, November 29, 2013

In Series' Puccini, zarzuela double bill a double holiday delight

"Le Villi," "Heart of Madrid" sparkle at DC's GALA Theatre.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 03:15PM
Saturday, November 23, 2013

New WNO mini-operas light up the Terrace Theater

2013 American Opera Initiative highlights the immigrant experience.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 10:19AM
Friday, November 8, 2013

Metropolitan Opera: 'Tosca' at the movies, Saturday November 9

Local favorite Patricia Racette, stars in Puccini title role.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 12:13PM
Monday, November 4, 2013

Pianist Beatrice Rana in auspicious Discovery Series debut

But Van Cliburn Silver Medalist's impressive performance under-attended.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 10:11AM
Thursday, October 31, 2013

Met simulcast of Shostakovich's 'The Nose': Multimedia extravaganza

High quality of production nearly outshines musical content.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 11:42AM

Beatrice Rana, Van Cliburn Silver Medalist, to perform at The Barns

Program includes works by Schumann and Prokofiev.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 09:18AM
Wednesday, October 23, 2013

Met at the Movies preview: Shostakovich's 'The Nose'

Inventive 2010 production gets a 2013 revival, simulcast live, October 26.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 12:31PM
Sunday, October 20, 2013

'Discovery' at The Barns: The art of Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg

Opening series concert features eclectic, mostly 20th century program.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 03:04PM
Monday, October 14, 2013

Washington National Opera's spectacular, uneven 'Force of Destiny'

New, radically updated production not perfect but well worth checking out.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 06:38PM
Sunday, October 13, 2013

Virginia Opera production of Verdi's 'Falstaff' is great fun

Sets are so-so, but the singing is first rate.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 12:47PM
Saturday, October 12, 2013

National Symphony Orchestra's ethereal 'Parsifal'

Orchestra, chorus, soloists channel almost Zen-like redemptive vision.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 12:10PM

Hermés Quartet makes YCA Kennedy Center Terrace Theater debut

Recital opens Young Concert Artists Series' 35th DC season

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 10:12AM
Wednesday, October 9, 2013

The Met's riveting 'Eugene Onegin' simulcast

Netrebko, Kwiecien, Beczala all in top form.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 10:32AM
Friday, October 4, 2013

NSO's 'george WASHINGTON': Haunting message for today's leadership

Also on the program, fun Haydn, riveting Saint-Saëns "Organ Symphony."

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 08:15AM
Thursday, October 3, 2013

World premiere multimedia event to open NSO season

Roger Reynolds' "george WASHINGTON" an innovative, immersive trip back in time.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 01:20PM
Tuesday, October 1, 2013

IT'S OVER: New York City Opera set to file for bankruptcy

Company misses twin September fundraising goals. Also: Minnesota Orchestra maestro resigns.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 12:17PM
Sunday, September 22, 2013

Wolf Trap's Filene season over, but The Barns have just begun

Top classical, jazz, acoustic artists take center stage in suburban Virginia.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 01:18PM
Thursday, September 19, 2013

New York City Opera: Finally RIP?

Despite "Anna Nicole's" good reviews, company may scrub rest of season.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 04:32PM
Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Washington National Opera opens season with 'Tristan and Isolde'

Wagner tragic opera gains philosophical dimensions in this new production.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 03:17PM
Sunday, September 15, 2013

National Symphony Orchestra, Kennedy Center fall season underway

World premiere mutlmedia composition to open NSO regular concert series.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 10:29PM
Friday, September 13, 2013

Washington National Opera, Virginia Opera launch new seasons

Deborah Voigt withdraws from WNO's "Tristan," replaced by Iréne Theorin.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 04:27PM
Wednesday, September 11, 2013

In Series' Mozart update visits Judge Roy Bean in the wild west

"Abduction from the Seraglio," West of the Pecos style.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 08:43AM
Friday, August 23, 2013

'Broke-ology': Theater Alliance 11th season opener a hit

New production also inaugurates brand new Anacostia Playhouse.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 11:51AM

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards