LA Opera’s new ‘Carmen’ is an Artistic and Musical Triumph
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Chaieb gave a performance untouched by any hint of routine, quick in reaction to each turn of the action around her. She also looks great…
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LA Opera’s Third ‘Flute’ Is Still Magical and Fun
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Sydney Mancasola gave the finest singing of the evening as Pamina…Her effortless, crystalline voice and clear, pellucid tone carried the words in the most musical and expressive way.
Read MoreStar-Studded LA Phil ‘Valkyries’ Is a Thrill Ride
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Gustavo Dudamel, the LA Phil’s departing Music Director, conducted his final opera in a hall designed by the late architect Frank Gehry (who also designed the opera’s sets.)
Read MoreLA Opera Gala Concert, a Farewell and a Milestone
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Each half of the concert began with a video of Mr. Conlon’s career overview and congratulatory messages from his colleagues (including, surprisingly, Placido Domingo!)
Read MoreSir John in Love in LA: Verdi's Lovable Rogue Gets a Worthy Revival
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The production itself is a happy resurrection of the late Lee Blakeley's 2013 staging; it is handsome, well-crafted, sensitive, straightforward, and without an ounce of directorial pretention.
Read MoreL.A. Opera Presents Miss Congeniality Diva, Nadine Sierra, at Zipper Hall
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Nadine Sierra is, without a doubt, a fine mistress of belcanto singing. But what sets her concert apart was her down-to-earth demeanor as a ‘Miss Congeniality’ diva…
Read More'Akhnaten' Returns to L.A. Opera with Spellbinding Force
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Countertenor John Holiday as the titular pharaoh, an otherworldly figure both physically and vocally. Holiday's instrument is a marvel.
Read MoreLA Opera's 'La Bohème' Revival Sparkles with Glorious Voices and Sumptuous Visuals
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Under the spirited baton of Resident Conductor Lina González-Granados, this revival of a 30-year-old production radiates with fresh energy and high emotions.
Read MoreLA Opera’s ‘West Side Story’ Is Finger-Snapping Good
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The LA Opera staging recreates the original 1950’s New York set and costumes from Chicago...The blue jeans and tenement housing fire escapes onstage contrasted sharply with the elegantly dressed opening night audience
Read MoreA Powerhouse ‘Rigoletto’ Ends L.A. Opera Season
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Lots of social media buzz surrounded a cast change announced in May, adding the celebrated Cuban-American coloratura soprano Lisette Oropesa as the first Gilda and relegating Kathryn Lewek, the original Gilda, to the second.
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