Santa Fe, NM

The Santa Fe Opera has announced a casting update for its production of Verdi’s “La Traviata.”. The company said Mexican baritone Alfredo Daza is set to make its house debut as Giorgio Germont in Louisa Muller’s new staging of “La Traviata,” a role he will also perform in the co-production at the Dallas Opera in the fall. He replaces Carlos Arámbula who has withdrawn for personal reasons.

Santa Fe Opera Announces Cast Change for ‘La Traviata’

The National Philharmonic has announced its 2024-2025. Here is a look at the vocal performances. Verdi’s Requiem will be conducted by Victoria Gau and will star Amber Monroe, Magdalena Wor, Rafael Moras, and Zaikuan Song. Performance Date: Nov. 23, 2024 at The Music Center at Strathmore. Händel’s “Messiah” with...

National Philharmonic Announces 2024-25 Season

New York City, NY

The 2024-25 season of the George and Nora London Foundation for Singers will present the 53rd edition of the foundation’s annual competition. The final round of the competition, which is open to the public, takes place on Feb. 21, 2025, at the Morgan Library and Museum. Approximately a dozen singers compete for five George London Awards of $12,000 each. Those finalists who do not receive George London Awards receive Encouragement Awards of $2,000. In addition to the annual competition, the George and Nora London Foundation also presents a recital series to give grantees exposure and experience, and, in many cases, a New York recital debut. The foundation also awards scholarships to promising high school students attending the pre-college program of The Juilliard School.

George and Nora London Foundation for Singers Announces Its 53rd Annual Competition & Recital by Megan Moore

The Dessoff Choirs has announced its 2024-2025 and 100th Anniversary Season. Malcolm J. Merriweather conducts Will Liverman in Brahms’ Ein deutsches Requiem. The Dessoff Choirs & Orchestra perform. Performance Date:. Nov. 2, 2024 at The Town Hall. Malcolm J. Merriweather and The Dessoff Choirs perform Handel’s “Messiah.”

The Dessoff Choirs Announces 2024-25 Season

Los Angeles, CA

(Photo credit: Boone Studios) The Ebell of Los Angeles, a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring women and building community through arts, culture, and education has announced its 2024-25 season. For the purposes of this article, only opera-related events are included. The new season and series kick off with the annual...

The Ebell of Los Angeles Announces 2024-25 Season

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Do you know anyone who has dual nature? Such two-faced zodiac signs are friendly but they gossip about others behind their backs. They can lie to you without batting an eyelid. However, detecting a two-faced person isn’t easy for everyone. They often compliment their friends when they achieve a goal or change their wardrobe. But they will make negative remarks about you to someone else. What other traits do two-faced people have?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Two-Faced

Colorado State

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Cripple Creek, CO

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(Colorado) Colorado has many gems - Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, Maroon Bells, and two of Thomas Dambo's wooden trolls. Dambo is a Danish artist, and his trolls are worldwide. Each troll serves as a unique tribute to the place they inhabit, honoring the history and culture of the location.

"Rita the Rock Planter" should be on your Colorado summer bucket list

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Why Depression Can Impact A Cluttered Home & Cluttered Mind sets out to explain the possible connection between depression and clutter. Scientists that study depression have found a link to depression playing a role in some folks.

Why Depression Can Impact A Cluttered Home & Cluttered Mind

The Des Moines Metro Opera has announced its 2025 Festival Season. “The 2025 Festival Season builds on the company’s reputation for curating a daring collection of works. These three fascinating pieces—legends, myths and parables—are drawn from far-flung corners of the operatic repertory and each elevates the intrinsic appeal of the other in beautiful ways,” said Linda Koehn General and Artistic Director, Michael Egel. “The long-awaited return of Richard Wagner to our stage, Stravinsky’s uniquely singular masterpiece, and the company premiere of Janáček’s breathtaking tale of the animal and human worlds are all causes for celebration. Combined with stunning designs and remarkable casts, this will be a not-to-be-missed season.”

Ryan McKinny, Hera Hyesang Park & Joélle Harvey Lead Des Moines Metro Opera’s 2025 Season

On June 28, 2024, Italian tenor Lando Bartolini died at the age of 87. Born on April 11, 1937 in Prato, Italy, the tenor went on to study at the Academy of Vocal Arts in Philadelphia after winning the Mario Lanza Award in 1968. He began his career in Philadelphia...

Obituary: Tenor Lando Bartolini Dies at 87

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The streets of MacArthur Park were alive with the energy of L.A.'s Mexican community on Sunday. In a grand display of civic duty, Mexican citizens living in Los Angeles flocked to the Mexican Consulate, eager to cast their historic vote.

Thousands Line Up at L.A.’s Mexican Consulate To Cast Their Historic Vote for Mexico’s First Woman President

Maestro Alessio Vlad has been named the President della Fondazione Ravello. Vlad has collaborated with the foundation on several occasions and has a connection to the Ravello Festival on a personal and familial level. In a statement Michele Guerra and Luciano Messi, President and Sovrintendente of the Teatro Regio di...

Alessio Vlad Named President of Fondazione Ravello

Missouri State

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According to Shakey's website, this pizza parlor is only in California, North Carolina, and Washington state in the U.S. now. This was my family's go-to pizza joint when my father was stationed with the Air Force outside of Omaha, Nebraska. We liked it so much, that when we were transferred again, it was hopeful we'd find another one.

Shakey's Pizza Parlor and nostalgia: the first franchised pizza restaurant also landed in Missouri

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San Diego, CA

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CALIFORNIA – A Chapman University report, published this week, found that unaffordable housing markets in California and across the world pose a threat to the middle class's survival.

Report says unaffordable housing markets in California pose threat to middle class's survival

Kansas City, MO

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One might be wise to wait until after Independence Day to adopt one of these cats. They just don't like the noise of fireworks, which, combined with the sudden, scary changes of a new home might not make for a great start. Come Friday, the 5th though, go and grab up one of these terrific cats, all available from local, Kansas City shelters.

Celebrate your 4th with one of these great cats

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Meet Doc, a tiny Chihuahua with a big heart, now ready for adoption at Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a nonprofit foster-based rescue in Massachusetts. Weighing only 7 lbs, this 6-year-old sweetie is described as a "lovable and happy boy who will bring endless joy to your life."

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For decades, Angola has forced prisoners to work in fields in extreme heat. Today, they urged a federal judge to halt the practice. Prisoners filed an emergency motion about working in the summer heat, as part of a proposed class-action lawsuit to end the “Farm Line” — forced agricultural labor at the prison, for little or no pay.

Angola prisoners ask to end field work in worst heat

Scituate, MA

Summer in a small town brings with it a unique charm. The slower pace, friendly locals, and idyllic landscapes create an atmosphere that invites relaxation and exploration. Smithsonian Magazine recently named Scituate, Massachusetts as one of the best small towns to celebrate summer. This selection is due in part to its beautiful seaside views and historic landmarks, such as the Old Scituate Light - one of the oldest lighthouses in the United States.

Smithsonian Magazine Names This Massachusetts Small Town Among Best Places To Celebrate Summer

Indianola, IA

In addition to announcing its 2025 season, Des Moines Metro Opera announced some major contract extensions and partnerships. First up, the organization extended Music Director and Principal Conductor David Neely through 2028. “David has served as the Marshall and Judy Flapan Music Director and Principal Conductor since 2012. In this...

Des Moines Metro Opera Extends Music Directors, Announces Major Partnerships

No matter where you live, there are plenty of cats looking for a place to call home, but these cats here, these are Kansas City cats. Everybody knows that Kansas City cats are the best cats in the world. Right? Regardless, all are available to adopt from area shelters--go and get them while you can.

A cat named Fluff and five other divine felines available to adopt

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Strauss & C.P.E. Bach Showcases Headline American Symphony Orchestra’s 2024-25 Season

The American Symphony Orchestra has announced its 2024-25 season. Here is a breakdown of the vocal performances on offer. Leon Botstein conducts music by C.P.E. Bach,...

Strauss & C.P.E. Bach Showcases Headline American Symphony Orchestra’s 2024-25 Season

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