Posts Tagged ‘Jake Heggie’
David Bennett Announces San Diego Opera’s 2018-2019 Season
San Diego Opera’s General Director David Bennett just announced Mozart’s “The Marriage of Figaro,” Verdi’s “Rigoletto,” and Bizet’s “Carmen” as the 2018-2019 traditional main stage productions at Civic Theatre. Additional productions next season include Jake Heggie’s “Three Decembers” and Humperdinck’s “Hansel and Gretel.”
Read MoreCharlene Baldridge
Noted arts critic Charlene Baldridge, who died Sept. 9 at age 83 after a lengthy illness, had a relationship with her daughter that involved far more than the written word.
Read MoreSan Diego Opera Opens ‘Great Scott’ — Jake Heggie’s Valentine to Singers
‘Great Scott’–San Diego Opera’s latest contribution to the lively American contemporary opera scene, opened with abundant vocal fireworks and a flashy production Saturday (May 7) at Civic Theatre . . .
Read MoreNathan Gunn Brings Star Power to Jake Heggie’s ‘Great Scott’
One of the most in demand baritones in the opera world, Nathan Gunn, makes his San Diego Opera debut in a new opera by Jake Heggie, the composer who so impressed San Diego audiences with his opera ‘Moby-Dick’ a few seasons back . . .
Read MoreEsteemed Director Jack O’Brien Directs West Coast Premiere of Jake Heggie’s ‘Great Scott’ for San Diego Opera
Former Artistic Director of San Diego’s Old Globe Theatre Jack O’Brien returns to direct ‘Great Scott,’ the new opera that he is directing for San Diego Opera
Read MoreBaritone Morgan Smith on Opera: Don’t Leave the Messages to Western Union
The last time San Diegans encountered baritone Morgan Smith, he was riveting their attention in the role of Starbuck in San Diego Opera’s production of Jake Heggie’s “Moby-Dick,” one of the few contemporary operas that have found favor with opera’s notoriously conservative audience. Back in town for the first opera of San Diego’s 2015 season, Smith shares his insights and inspirations . . .
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