The Teatro La Fenice has canceled its opening night performance of “Turandot” on August 30, 2024. The company said that due to the announcement of a strike by the trade unions and RSUs of the La Fenice Theater Foundation, the performance of “Turandot” will not take place.

Teatro La Fenice Cancels Opening ‘Turandot’ Performance Due to Strike

(Credit: Gran Teatre del Liceu Website) The Gran Teatre del Liceu has announced a cast change for Shostakovich’s “Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk.”. The Barcelona company said, that tenor Ilya Selivanov will the role of Zinovi Ismailov replacing Daniel Kirsch, who has canceled his participation in the production for artistic reasons.

Gran Teatre del Liceu Announces Cast Change for ‘Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk’

Brooklyn, NY

The Brooklyn Chamber Orchestra has released the details of its 2024-25 season. For the purposes of this article only concerts with vocal works are included. The season kicks off with its annual holiday program, “A Very Merry Brooklyn,” featuring the New York Choral Society. Performance Dates: December 14,...

Brooklyn Chamber Orchestra Announces 2024-25 Season

The Bayreuth Festival has unveiled its 2025 season. The season opens with “Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg” starring Michael Spyres, Georg Zeppenfeld, Christina Nilsson, Christa Mayer, and Matthias Stier. Daniele Gatti conducts and Matthias Davids directs. Performance Dates: July 25 – August 22, 2025. Valentin Schwarz’s “Das...

Piotr Beczala, Camilla Nylund, Catherine Foster, Klaus Florian Vogt, Tomasz Konieczny Headline Bayreuth Festival’s 2025 Seasn

(Credit: Royal Opera House) The Royal Opera House has announced cast changes for its productions of “Le Nozze di Fígaro” and “Tosca.”. The company said that Maria Bengtsson will replace Jacquelyn Stucker in the role of the Countess Almaviva. Bengtsson will join a cast that includes...

Royal Opera House Announces Cast Changes for ‘Le Nozze di Figaro’ & ‘Tosca’

Tragedy has struck the Netflix series Elite, as actor Julian Ortega, known for playing the manager of La Cabana in the popular drama, died at the age of 41 while on a beach in Spain. The Madrid-born star was on Zahora Beach in Barbate when he suffered a heart attack....

Netflix Elite actor Julian Ortega dies at 41 after heart attack on Spanish beach

The Pergolesi Spontini Foundation is set to present “Pergolesi Rediscovered.”. Accademia Bizantina, led by harpsichordist Ottavio Dantone, return to the Festival to perform the world premiere of a new Symphony and five unpublished arias by Giovanni Battista Pergolesi from “Lo frate nnammorato.” The arias presented appear in both the 1732 and 1734 version of Pergolesi’s opera.

Valeria La Grotta & Omar Montanari Star in ‘Pergolesi Rediscovered’

The Santa Fe Opera has announced that mezzo-soprano Kaylee Nichols has been awarded the 2024 Award of Excellence. In a statement, the mezzo said, “Incredibly humbled to have received the 2024 Award of Excellence from Santa Fe Opera. Thank you Gayletha Nichols and Chandler Johnson for trusting me, supporting me, and getting me out of my head. Thank you to my family and colleagues who helped me with childcare this summer, helping me focus on making art. Thank you to my village and my team who constantly cheers me on from afar. Thank you to the donors and patrons that make these awards possible. Thank you to EVERYONE at The Santa Fe Opera for creating an environment in which I could thrive in my art during such a giant life transition. You will always have a special place in my heart!

Kaylee Nichols Wins Santa Fe Opera’s 2024 Award of Excellence

Latin Times

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle departed Colombia on Sunday after a successful visit that sparked excitement and curiosity, leaving many wondering if the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have earned the title of "honorary Latinos." The couple, invited by Colombia's Vice President Francia Márquez, captivated locals as they engaged deeply with the culture, most notably during a vibrant salsa session in Cali, a city known as the world capital of salsa.

Watch: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle dance like locals in Colombia's salsa capital

In anticipation of the world premiere of the Maria Callas biopic “Maria,” the first clip of the film has been released. The clip showcases Angelina Jolie as La Divina alongside Pierfrancesco Favino in an undisclosed character. The score showcases Desdemona’s “Ave Maria” from Verdi’s “Otello” played on the piano.

Watch the First Clip to Maria Callas Biopic ‘Maria’

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Los Angeles County, CA

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In 1981, pop-music sensation Andy Gibb was at the top of the charts. The younger brother of Barry, Robin, and Maurice, a.k.a. The Bee Gees, commenced a tumultuous romance with actress Victoria Principle, who played Pam Ewing on Dallas, TV's then-Number 1 prime-time series. But after the relationship ended, Andy's life, already challenged by substance abuse, did as well. This is their tragic story.

The Tragic Death of Pop Star Andy Gibb & His Traumatic Romance with 'Dallas' Star Victoria Principle

Fort Worth, TX

Fort Worth Opera revealed the four singers set to comprise its 2024-25 Hattie Mae Lesley Young Artists. The quartet of artists includes Hannah Madeleine Goodman (soprano), Mariam Mouawad (mezzo-soprano), Ndumiso Nyoka (tenor), and Seth-Emmanuel Clarke (bass-baritone) will be the company’s new Resident Artists. As Resident Artists, the quartet will...

Fort Worth Opera Names 2024-25 Hattie Mae Lesley Young Artists

(Credit: Boston Symphony Orchestra) Conductor and organist Ton Koopman has been honored by the French Ministry of Culture with Commandeur des Arts et des Lettres. The Bach specialist and festival founder received the honorary title on August 25 at a celebration in the Dordogne town of Cherval. He received the honor from the former French ambassador to the Netherlands Bernard de Montferrand and received the award in recognition of his “significant contributions to the arts and literature, in particular, the enrichment of French cultural heritage” through founding the Itinéraire Baroque Festival.

Ton Koopman Honored By French of Ministry of Culture

Fightful

Villano V has passed away. Villano V (Ray Mendoza Jr.) has passed away at 62, as confirmed by CMLL. He was the son of the legendary Luchador El Villano and was known for teaming up with his siblings and father as Los Villanos. He was also a member of the Latino world order in WCW.

Villano V (Ray Mendoza Jr.) Passes Away At Age 62

Beloved actress Nichelle Nichols, who died at 89 in 2022, found fame with her pioneering role as Communications Officer Lt. Nyota Uhura on TV's original Star Trek series (NBC, 1966-1969). She went on to play a groundbreaking role in several feature films and, as an African-American actress, became a beacon of dignity and diversity in Hollywood.

'Star Trek's' Nichelle Nichols Was Not Allowed To Play Secretary 'Peggy Fair' on TV's 'Mannix'

It's been over twenty-five years since actor/photographer Roddy McDowall died of lung cancer in 1998. McDowall, despite some career challenges, was one of that breed of rare former child actors who successfully transitioned into Hollywood adulthood. He was also, however, one of the industry's "openly closeted" actors, which came with its own sense of issues. This is his story.

The Not-So-Secret Gay Life of Actor Roddy McDowell: 25 Years After His Tragic Death From Lung Cancer

Palm Beach, FL

(Photo credit: Tom Watson) Palm Beach Opera has announced the extension of David Stern’s contract and appointment as Music Director. Maestro Stern made his Palm Beach Opera debut in the 2014 production of “Macbeth.” He became Chief Conductor in 2015, following his leadership in the company’s world premiere of “Enemies, A Love Story” by Ben Moore and Nahma Sandrow. His contract will run through the 2026-27 season.

David Stern Named Music Director at Palm Beach Opera

Becky G is taking aim at cheaters with her new single. Last night (Aug. 29), the Mexican-American pop star released the music video for “Como Diablos.” Becky G also announced the release date for her next album. Becky G fully explored several genres of música mexicana with last...

WATCH: Becky G Takes Aim at a Cheating Partner in ‘Como Diablos’

Baltimore, OH

The Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra has announced the ratification of a new three-year collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with the musicians of the orchestra, represented by Baltimore Local 40-543 of the American Federation of Musicians (AFM). This is the second consecutive three-year agreement between the MSO and its musicians, underscoring the relationship...

Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra Ratifies Second Three-Year Contract

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Today, the stars are shining a bit dimmer on many of us. Dreams and goals may come with some difficulties. However, the heavens are providing a boost to three zodiac signs. Aries, Virgo, and Sagittarius, you three are feeling an edge. Your endeavors will experience extra support today. You blessed zodiacs, are going to experience a day when your dreams are easier to accomplish. Thanks to the cosmic energy that favors your unique strengths, you will find that your natural skills are enhanced. Whether it is through bold moves, meticulous planning, or an adventurous temperament, you are ready to see your aspirations start to become reality.

3 Zodiac Signs Whose Dreams Come True | August 30, 2024

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Arena di Verona Announces Jonas Kaufmann Gala in 2025

(Photo by Gregor Hohenberg / Sony Music) Jonas Kaufmann is set to return to the Arena di Verona in 2025. The company announced that the famed...

Arena di Verona Announces Jonas Kaufmann Gala in 2025

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