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An Evening of Glass: A benefit concert for Virginia Opera honoring composer Philip Glass
February 9, 2012 |
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This event will feature performances of Philip Glass’ music by principal artists in Virginia Opera’s Orphée. Baritone Matthew Worth, soprano Sara Jakubiak, tenor Jeffrey Lentz, soprano Heather Buck, and tenor Jonathan Blalock will sing and Virginia Opera Resident Conductor, Adam Turner will accompany on piano. Following these performances there will be a conversation with Maestro Glass about his music, a special performance by the composer, and a reception, giving attendees an opportunity to meet Mr. Glass and the other artists. This event is open to the public. Tickets are one hundred dollars a person and may be purchased by calling the Virginia Opera box office at 1.866.OPERA.VA (1.866.673.7282) or online at www.vaopera.org/philipglass.
This event will take place at La Maison Française located at the Embassy of France, 4101 Reservoir Rd. NW Washington, DC 20007.
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WCVE-FM Opera Talk: Orphée
- February 15, 2012 |
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2:00pm- - Virginia Opera's own "doctor of opera," Glenn Winters, joins popular on-air personality Bobbie Barajas to bring you "Opera Talk" on WCVE 88.9FM. Tune in on Feb. 15 to learn more about Virginia Opera's production of Glass's Orphée. You can also listen online from anywhere at www.ideastations.org.
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WHRO-FM preview: The Mikado
- March 3, 2012 |
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TBA (to be announced) - Tune into WHRO 90.3FM in Hampton Roads for a special preview of Virginia Opera's The Mikado. You can also listen online from anywhere at whro.org.
The time is TBA, but Virginia Opera’s Dr. Glenn Winters’ preview will run immediately following WHRO’ regular Saturday afternoon opera presentation.
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The Mikado Backstage Tour
- March 11, 2012 |
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2:00pm- - Join us for a backstage tour at the historic Harrison Opera House in Norfolk, Virginia. During the tour learn about the technical aspects of mounting a professional theatrical opera production. The tour includes such detail as the stage, set, fly system, lighting, wig shop, and costumes. As we explore the elements of live opera, we will also delve into the history of the Harrison Opera House and find out what is tradition or myth. Certain aspects of the tour may change pending on the time of year and the production calendar.
Space is limited so call and reserve today.
Recommended for children in second grade to adults. Hurry, hurry! Tours fill fast! Call 757.627.9545, ext 3347
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An Afternoon of Arias with Virginia Opera
- March 11, 2012 |
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2:30pm-3:30pm - Join Virginia Opera for a delightful musical event featuring arias and duets from your favorite operas and operettas. Members of THE MIKADO cast will perform a unique array of popular song selections guaranteed to have everyone shouting Encore!
Admission is free, but there is limited seating so please make reservations below.
Click 'More Info' below to make reservations, or by telephone: 757-627-9545 ext. 3347.
March 11, 2012
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Music & Theatre Hall
Christopher Newport University’s Center for the Arts
1 University Place
Newport News, Virginia 23606
Sponsored in part by the Newport News Arts and Humanities Commission
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Richmond Spring Dinner Gala
- March 21, 2012 |
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6:00pm-10:00pm - Virginia Opera’s Richmond Annual Spring Gala is Central Virginia’s only Opera fundraising event. The Gala will be held on Wednesday, March 21, 2012 beginning at 6:00pm at the Jefferson Hotel. The event features a cocktail hour, a seated dinner, a live performance by outstanding opera singers, and an auction of fine and exciting items. The Gala is traditionally a sold-out event, and attracts Richmond’s finest; everyone from devoted opera lovers to those brand-new to the family of Virginia Opera!
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