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Girl of the Golden Met Awards 2024
Congratulations to all the winners for triumphing in their highly competitive categories and to all the nominees for their extraordinary performances!
Opera Is Cool: Debunking Myths
Let’s face it: opera has gotten a bad rap. In reality, opera is one of the most glorious art forms in the world. Come debunk some myths with me! (Hint: it involves Beyoncé.)
Highlights of the Met’s 2024-25 Season
On February 23, the Met Opera announced their 2024-25 season. Notably for nitpicky me, I’m excited for almost everything. It was difficult to choose, but here are the five shows I’m most looking forward to.
His Journey: An Interview With Jake Heggie
All in all, 2023 is turning out to be quite the Year of Jake Heggie, the acclaimed classical composer. He told me (and now you!) all about his journey to classical, Dead Man Walking, why he’s drawn to write for mezzo-sopranos, and more! Read on.
Met Opera 2023-24 Radio Review: Dead Man Walking
When Dead Man Walking premiered in 2000, the Met avoided modern like the plague. Now, at last, DMW is at the Met. There’s no question that it is an emotionally harrowing work. There’s also no question that audiences love this beautiful wringer.
My 2023-24 Resolutions
What do I want out of this season?
I made a list of my 2023-24 season resolutions, my own operatic version of New Year’s. Here they are, plus my basic wish to have a good time at extraordinary operas. What are your resolutions?
