Every summer, Wolf Trap Opera plays a vital role in expanding operatic exposure by programming a new or rarely performed work. This year included not one, but two rare works in a brilliant d... Read more
There was no shortage of laughs Thursday night at The Second City’s show “America; It’s Complicated!”. Known for originating the concept of an on-going improvisation comedy troupe, The Sec... Read more
Friday night, Vocal Arts DC showcased world-renowned baritone Simon Keenlyside and celebrated pianist Malcolm Martineau in recital. This dynamic duo is no stranger to working together having... Read more
The Lisner Auditorium was packed to the brim Sunday night with opera-goers eager to hear the rare performance of Gounod’s first opera “Sapho.” Despite clearly being his first operatic attemp... Read more
“War is not sustainable when you come to know your enemy as a person.” This profound statement is the guiding truth behind Kevin Puts’ and Mark Campbell’s Pulitzer Prize winning opera, “Sile... Read more
This past Friday, Vocal Arts DC kicked off their 2018-2019 season with mezzo-soprano, Elizabeth DeShong, and pianist, Mark Markham in recital at the Terrace Theater. Amid the myriad of class... Read more
Elizabeth DeShong is an American born mezzo-soprano with a voice described by The Guardian as “A contralto opulence with blazing top notes and some of the most staggering coloratura you will... Read more
The Kennedy Center’s Opera Theater was buzzing with anticipation Saturday evening for the opening night of Washington National Opera’s “The Barber of Seville.” This opera buffa is Rossini’s... Read more
Saturday night marked the world premiere of new American opera “Florida,” a darkly comedic drama that explores a young woman’s coming of age and the stigma placed upon her sexuality by the c... Read more
Thursday night at the Kennedy Center, theater-goers arrived, abuzz with anticipation to see Stephen Karam’s award-winning play, “The Humans.” A fairly new addition to the theater catalogue,... Read more
