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In the next episode of Opera Talk, join us for a unique, narrated journey into The Juliet Letters and Shakespeare Songs. Contributors Alfrelynn Roberts, Fenlon Lamb, and Marty Hughley will each read their thoughts on the works, sharing program notes, director's insights, and journalistic reflections on the music, themes, and artistic vision that bring these pieces to life. This episode offers an intimate, behind-the-scenes perspective on the powerful intersections of text and music that shape this production. Listen here: https://loom.ly/oMGeMLY #pdxopera #operasinger #theatre #julietletters #podcasts #directors

Check out this great review of 'The Juliet Letters' for Classical Voice North America https://loom.ly/Uc7KpJI Classical Voice #pdxopera #critic #julietletters #opera Picture: Erin Roth Thomas and Nathaniel Catasca. The Juliet Letters. Credit Ervanny Astari

For its 60th Anniversary, Portland Opera is celebrating with a season of incredible performances – from The Juliet Letters to The Shining to Falstaff! As part of the celebration, they’re bringing the beauty of opera to the streets of Portland with #OOH! Brava! ???? ?? Massivemedia OUTFRONT Media

We would like to congratulate Will Liverman, friend of Portland Opera, and Factotum co-composer for receiving a Grammy nomination for his second CD, 'Dreams of a New Day–Songs by Black Composers.' Will, a baritone, starred in the Metropolitan Opera premiere of Fire Shut Up in My Bones last season, in addition to reprising Horembab (Akhnaten) and Papageno (The Magic Flute) there. In addition to the grammy nomination, Liverman has received the Marian Anderson Vocal Award, a Richard Tucker Career Grant, the Sphinx Medal of Excellence, and the Beverly Sills award from the Metropolitan Opera. #pdxopera #grammynomination #opera #GRAMMYS

For Episode #8 of Opera Talk, we dive into the artistry behind Howard Blake’s Shakespeare's Songs and The Juliet Letters by Elvis Costello and the Brodsky Quartet. Former Portland Opera Resident Artist—mezzo-soprano Hannah Penn and current Portland Opera Resident Artists soprano Ginaia Black, mezzo-soprano Erin Roth Thomas, tenor Nathaniel Catasca, and baritone Matthew Maisano—join director Fenlon Lamb and conductor DeReau Farrar to explore this unique double feature. Fenlon discusses the collaboration between Portland Opera and her production company, Papermoon Opera Productions, and shares her vision for this musical and theatrical pairing. She discusses how she combines these dramatic works to create a rich tapestry of music and storytelling. Together, the cast and director unpack the complexities of Shakespeare’s timeless texts, the raw emotional layers of The Juliet Letters, and the interpretive nuances in each performance. #pdxopera #elviscostello #julietletters #portlandarts #residentartist #podcasts

Congratulations to our artistic advisor, Karen Slack , for your Grammy Nomination! ????? Karen Slack and Michelle Cann's album, "Beyond the Years--Unpublished Songs of Florence Price," was nominated for "Best Classical Solo Vocal Album". On behalf of everyone at Portland Opera, we're honored to work with you and so proud of your accomplishments. Join us in congratulating her in the comments! Florence Price is the first African-American woman to be recognized as a symphonic composer. Her numerous works included four symphonies, four concertos, choral works, and many more. Listen to their grammy nominated album on Spotify by searching 'Beyond the Years'. #grammynominations #opera #pdxopera #grammyready

?? Casting: 5 young artists for our upcoming opera adaptation of 'The Shining'. ?? We are looking for artists 11+ who read younger and we are holding auditions this month. Check out the details and share this with your friends! More details and audition form here: https://loom.ly/7tE99H0 Pictures (slide 1-3) from @kcopera 's production of 'The Shining' and (slide 4) from Warner Brothers' "The Shining" 1980 #casting #opencasting #pdxopera #portland #theshining

Look at these talented people bringing you 'The Juliet Letters'! ? Our team had a little get-together last night to talk about all the details that go into production. We hope you're as excited as we are for opening night on Nov 15th! Tickets are on sale now so head to our website to snag them! ?? Head to https://lnkd.in/eHihDyv8 #pdxopera #thejulietletters #loveletters performaces, portland, opera, things to do in portland

Happy Halloween from all of us at Portland Opera! Put on a scary mask and have fun today! ?? *From our production of 'Faust' 2018 Photo by Cory Weaver / Portland Opera #pdxopera #opera #halloween

Happy World Opera Day! ?? Did you know that Italian opera singing, including bel canto, is an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, as recognized by UNESCO?! We are excited to celebrate the world of opera every day! Instagram: @matteosings #WorldOperaDay #MeetOpera #portlandopera #pdxopera @OPERAAmerica @operalatinoamerica