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He’s the first Black American to compose a full opera. It’s finally being staged after 138 years
For the briefest of moments, a silence fell over the pews of New Orleans’ famed St. Louis Cathedral, as the chapel filled ...
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The Detroit Opera’s ‘La traviata’ and a glimpse into the future of opera: An interview
An interview with The Detroit Opera House who opened their 2024-2025 season on Saturday October 19 with the classic “La traviata.” ...
First Opera Created By A Black Composer To Officially Debut Nearly 140 Years Later
Edmond Dédé composed Morgiane 138 years ago, but his racial identity prevented the opera from receiving proper staging.
Sarasota Opera stages favorites and a rarity as 66th season opens
Sarasota Opera opens a new season with the double bill of one acts ‘Cavalleria Rusticana’ and ‘Pagliacci’ to launch its 66th ...
In a modern twist to Cantonese opera, Trump sings in Chinese and wins cheers in Hong Kong
Actor Roger Chan portraying U.S. former Vice President Kamala Harris, left, and Lung Koon-tin playing the part of U.S.
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He’s the first Black American to compose a full opera. It’s finally being staged after 138 years
For the briefest of moments, a silence fell over the pews of New Orleans’ famed St. Louis Cathedral, as the chapel filled with a collective sense the audience was about to witness history.