Energy of the Stage
Story by Noel Morris There was a time when combining church and theater was considered an act of indecency. Early performances of Handel’s Messiah, for example, scandalized upstanding citizens of …
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The acclaimed Atlanta Opera Chorus is bringing the sounds of the season to Atlanta audiences this week. Featuring special guest pianist Robert Ray, “Holiday Favorites with the Atlanta Opera Chorus” …
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Story by Noel Morris. Photos by Rafterman Photography. Hollywood could learn something about strong women from Rossini. His Angelina of La Cenerentola is more than an accessory on the arm …
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Kind and caring Angelina is the heroine of this reimagined Cinderella story. La Cenerentola will be performed in Italian with English supertitles. According to AtlantaOpera.com:“Two despicable stepsisters, a narcissistic buffoon, and some …
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Story by Noel MorrisPhotos by Rafterman Photography Fierce. Wounded. Spellbinding. Frida Kahlo lived life like a work of art. With almost unnatural zeal she pursued her greatest passions: self-expression, Mexico, …
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The Atlanta Opera is bringing their art to new audiences through its latest Discoveries Series, kicking off on October 5 with Frida. Geared towards those who do not usually attend …
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Marked by innovative Atlanta premieres and ambitious mainstage productions, the announcement of The Atlanta Opera’s 2019-20 season brings much excitement. “Dangerous liaisons” is the overarching theme of The Atlanta Opera’s landmark 40th anniversary …
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Real life, a fantastical imagination and theater collide to create Atlanta Opera’s brand-new “Flying Dutchman.”
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Walter Huff has been with the Atlanta Opera since 1988 and, since 2012, has split his time between Atlanta and Indiana University. He’ll now be in Indiana full time.
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The contract is considered key to the company’s growth, its expansion to four mainstage operas and its popular, new Discoveries series.
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