Major arts venue puts Orlando on the cultural map
An expansive new arts complex has opened its doors in Orlando, Florida. The Dr Phillips Center for the Performing Arts will attract world-class acts and … Read more
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Alyson Cambridge is first opera performer at Soul Train Awards
Soprano Alyson Cambridge will become the first opera singer to perform at the Soul Train Awards, when she appears at the event on 30 November. Taking place at … Read more
Carnegie Hall broadcasts concerts live
A new partnership between Carnegie Hall and medici.tv will see concerts webcast live from the historic venue for the first time, showcasing some of the … Read more
Orpheus receives grant to reach next generation
New York’s Orpheus Chamber Orchestra has received a $400,000 grant from The Andrew W Mellon Foundation. The three-year grant will enable the conductor-less ensemble to … Read more
Beijing’s NCPA Orchestra makes North American debut
China’s National Centre for the Performing Arts Orchestra will make its North American debut next month. Under chief conductor Lü Jia, Beijing’s NCPA Orchestra will … Read more
Stage Technologies and TAIT relocate to joint site
Set and stage creators TAIT and sister company Stage Technologies have moved into a new joint location on Las Vegas’ Wynn Road. The new office, … Read more
American Boychoir names new president
The American Boychoir has named Dr Kerry Heimann as its new president. Previously the organisation’s assistant music director and accompanist, Heimann has taken on many … Read more
Opera explores transgender experiences
A new one-act chamber opera exploring the transgender experience is set to premiere in New York next month. Commissioned by American Opera Projects, As One … Read more
Miami City Ballet expands company
Eight new dancers from the US and abroad are set to join Miami City Ballet. The appointments mark a significant expansion for the company, which now … Read more
Houston Grand Opera receives major grant for new work
The Andrew W Mellon Foundation has awarded the Houston Grand Opera with a grant worth USD750,000 (€514,550) to support the creation of new operatic works. … Read more