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A Junkyard Opera Company Reimagines “Frankenstein”
Four Larks, an LA-based experimental theatre company, premieres a modern adaptation of Frankenstein at The Wallis in Beverly Hills. The production features multi-role performers and unique design elements.
Edgar Allan Poe Meets Johann Sebastian Bach at Long Beach Opera
Long Beach Opera presents a musical version of Edgar Allan Poe's "The Black Cat", featuring songs by David Sylvian and J.S. Bach's arias. Shows on January 19th and 20th.
The Five Ophelia Songs of Johannes Brahms
Explore the connection between Shakespeare's Ophelia and Johannes Brahms' Five Ophelia Songs. Discover how Brahms captured Ophelia's madness in his music.
Discover the Tragic Story of Dido and Aeneas Through Rare Art and an Operatic Audio Tour
Explore the tragic tale of Dido and Aeneas at the Norton Simon Museum's exhibition, featuring visual and audio versions narrated by LA Opera's James Conlon and Susan Graham.
Shakespeare
The Bard! William Shakespeare. Composers have been setting his stories to music for centuries, creating everything from delicate fairy music to passionate love themes.
Virtuosity and Nostalgia: Teresa Carreño and Chopin
Explore the life and music of Teresa Carreño, a South American composer and pianist, and her significant influence from Frédéric Chopin.
10 More Composers With Latin American Roots You Should Know
Explore the lives and works of ten influential female composers from Latin America, spanning various genres and periods, from opera to electronic music.
10 Composers From Across Latin America We’re Celebrating This Month!
Explore the rich heritage of Hispanic music through these 10 influential composers, from Teresa Carreño to Gabriela Ortiz.
Finding Beauty in Historical Ruins
Explore how ancient ruins inspire classical music, from Felix's Scottish Symphony inspired by Holyrood Palace to Zipoli's works found in decaying South American churches.
The Story Behind “Appalachian Spring,” the Ballet
Explore the history of Appalachian Spring, a ballet commissioned by Elizabeth Sprague Coolidge, composed by Aaron Copland, and choreographed by Martha Graham.
The Many Lives of the “The Flower Duet”
Explore the Flower Duet from Delibes' opera Lakme. Discover its use in TV, film, and creative remixes.
