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Frederica von Stade has announced her final album. The legendary mezzo-soprano will join Musica Viva NY in an album entitled “Crimson Roses: Contemporary American Choral Music” for Naxos. The album showcases the choir alongside artistic director/conductor, Alejandro Hernandez-Valdez performing music by Joseph Turrin, Richard Einhorn, and Gilda Lyons.

Frederica von Stade Announces Final Album

(Image by ©Sarah Hickson) The National Opera Studio has appointed Lucy Bradley to the position of Resident Director. Bradley’s appointment will increase the training opportunities offered to Young Artists before the start of rehearsals. In her new position, she will work with the National Opera Studios artistic team and lead a recitative project this fall.

National Opera Studio Announces New Resident Director

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

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Disclaimer: This content was written by Devra Lee for general informational and entertainment purposes only. This service is to provide astrological information that has been researched, recorded, and observed by the author.

Horoscope of the Day, Friday, September 6th

Actor Van Johnson, who died in 2007, was one of Hollywood's ideal films idols. In the 1940s, the charming screen icon was box office gold, and remained a popular presence on TV in shows like Murder, She Wrote (which starred his good friend Angela Lansbury).

The Secret Gay Life & Horrific Car Accident of Actor Van Johnson: 16 Years After His Tragic Death

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

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‘This is a game changer.’ Ordering off the kid’s menu comes with a certain set of expectations. Small portions, lower prices—possibly an age restriction—but generally, nothing too off-base as far as ordering food.

‘For $6, who cares?’: Applebee’s customer shocked after ordering both adult and kids’ cheeseburgers

Los Angeles, CA

It's been ten years since beloved Cuban-American actress Elizabeth Pena passed away due to complications from alcohol abuse. Pena was only 55 years old when she died on October 14, 2014, in Los Angeles. She suffered from cirrhosis of the liver "due to alcohol" and had acute gastrointestinal bleeding hours before her demise, causing her heart to stop. She had the disease for months, and it progressed severely in a short time before her death.

In Memory of Adored Actress Elizabeth Pena: 10 Years After Her Tragic Death By Alcohol

New York City, NY

The Richard Tucker Foundation has announced its 2024 gala, scheduled for Oct. 27, 2024. This year’s event will feature the talents of Xabier Anduaga and Michael Spyres, who are presented as a special guest. He is joined by past winners including Jamie Barton (Richard Tucker Award 2015), Stephanie Blythe (1999 Richard Tucker Award), J’Nai Bridges (2016 Richard Tucker Career Grant and 2012 Sarah Tucker Study Grant), Stephen Costello (2009 Richard Tucker Award), Michael Fabiano (2014 Richard Tucker Award), Ryan Speedo Green (2014 Richard Tucker Career Grant and 2011 Sarah Tucker Study Grant), Quinn Kelsey (2006 Richard Tucker Career Grant and 2004 Sara Tucker Stuch Grant), and Rachel Willis-Sørensen (2014 Richard Tucker Career Grant and 2010 Sara Tucker Study Grant).

Xabier Anduaga, Michael Spyres, Jamie Barton, J’Nai Bridges, Rachel Willis-Sørensen Headline 2024 Richard Tucker Gala

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Rutherford, NJ

(Credit: Hyperion Records) On August 27, 2024, Howard Crook died at the age of 77. Born in Rutherford, New Jersey, Crook studied at the Baldwin-Wallace College in Berea, and then at the University of Illinois. Following his university studies, he worked in the theatre and later became a professional singer...

Obituary: Tenor Howard Crook Dies at 77

Seattle, WA

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School may be back in session, but that doesn't mean that summer fun is completely over. After all, the season isn’t technically done until the last day of summer on September 22nd. In the meantime, we’re expecting great weather this weekend, making it perfect for taking the kids out to beat the back to school blues. There’s also plenty going on to keep adults happy.

Big List of Festivals and Family Friendly Events This Weekend

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Jose and Aurora Rodriguez founded La Serenata in 1985 in Boyle Heights. That was a pivotal era in L.A.’s Mexican food community, and Jose Rodriguez's culinary pursuits led him to become a pioneer in rejecting the “combination plate” standard laden with soggy tacos and burritos.

This Pioneering Mexican Restaurant Was One of the First in L.A. to Reject ‘Combination Plates’ In 1985. Now, They Are Struggling to Stay Open

An Immersive Liturgical Experience of Two Musical Masters from 18th Century Spain. Innsbruck Festival of Early Music’s “Musica Hispanica” was an enriching evening of extraordinary compositions that resonated well with Innsbruck’s Jesuit Church (est. 1562). The church is considered one of Innsbruck’s earliest examples of Baroque architecture. Though it collapsed in 1626, shortly after its construction (1619-1622), “the misfortune turned out to be a blessing, because the church was now planned to be even larger and more beautiful than before.” So it was that the religious space began its transformation into what is, today, an ideal venue for a festival of early music. The artists featured for this performance were members from the Switzerland-based ensemble Los Elementos, including Jaia Nurit Niborski and Gunta Smirnova, soprano; Alberto Palacios Guardia, tenor; Mauro Borgioni and Santiago Garzón Arredondo, baritone; Claudio Rado and Jaume Guri Batlle, violin; Elena Abbati, viola; Giulio Padoin, cello; Giulio Tanasini, double bass; Olga Marulanda and Linda Alijaj, oboe; Chiara Granata, harp; Deniel Perer, organ; and Alberto Miguélez Rouco, countertenor and musical director. The group was founded in 2018 for the purpose of performing José de Nebra’s zarzuela “Vendado es Amor, no es ciego” for the first time with historical instruments. All of this began in Basel, where the founding members met while at the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis.

Innsbruck Festival of Early Music 2024 Review: Musica Hispanica

Woodinville, WA

Seafair is over but it’s still festival and fair season. With good weather forecast for the weekend, it’s perfect for getting out of the house. There are several festivals happening around the region, covering a range of interests, from food and crafts to a logging show.

Wide Range of Festivals This Weekend

Boca Raton, FL

The Master Chorale of South Florida has unveiled its 2024-25 season. The chorale joins forces with the New World Symphony for a performance of Holst’s “The Planets.”. Then is a performance of Mendelssohn’s oratorio “Elijah.” The showcase is set to take place at the Bailey Hall at Broward College and the Performing Arts Center at Lynn University.

Master Chorale of South Florida Unveils 2024-25 Season

Opera for Earth has announced its upcoming productions for the fall of 2024. First up is a Fundraising concert featuring Dominick Argento’s “Miss Havisham’s Wedding” and “Miss Manners on Music.” The showcase will take place at St. John’s in the Village. Performance Date:...

Opera for Earth Unveils Fall 2024 Slate

Intermusica has welcomed Camilla Wehmeyer to its Vocal & Opera team as Associate Director. She will begin in her new position on Sept. 23, 2024. Wehmeyer is an experienced manager, having previously held positions at Askonas Holt and Hazard Chase. Wehmeyer began her own management company after the pandemic, Camilla Wehmeyer Management (CWM), which over the past four years established itself as a strong presence across the opera world, representing a broad list of artists, both established and emerging.

Camilla Wehmeyer Joins Intermusica & Brings 11 Singers to The Company

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Saturday, Aug. 31 is Overdose Awareness Day. Unfortunately, we are all too aware of overdoses at Fusion Studios, the homeless hotel run by Colorado Coalition for the Homeless where I live.

Opinion: Denver homeless hotel diary: Overdoses common here

Port Royal, SC

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You know the saying. "All good things must come to an end." And, after a dozen years in business in Port Royal, Fat Patties restaurant has made the announcement that it will be closing up shop with a last day of service on August 24th.

After 12 years, popular local burger joint closing its doors in August

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Could you and your family use an adorable companion that will bring you love and joy for years and years? These six cats are adoptable right now from local Kansas City shelters. Just click on the link provided with each to get in touch with their shelters.

Six wonderful cats to adopt this Labor Day weekend

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Knoxville Opera to Honor Robert Lyall in Gala Concert

Knoxville Opera is set to present “Opera’s Greatest Hits: A Tribute to Robert Lyall”on Sept. 22, 2024. The event will be conducted by Francis Graffo and...

Knoxville Opera to Honor Robert Lyall in Gala Concert

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