Accusations of abuse at Vienna State Opera’s Ballet Academy quickly travelled the world, from The Guardian to the New York Times which began its article with,The Vienna State Opera’s ballet academy vowed to reform its practices after former students and staff said dancers as young as 11 were kicked, scratched and handled roughly in classes.Others said they were regularly … [Read more...] about Bella Ratchinskaia and Manuel Legris talk about the abuse allegations at Vienna State Opera’s Ballet Academy
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Maria José Siri answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Singers’ Edition
Q&A in italianoWhen did you start singing? I started as young girl… for as long as I can remember.Why did you start singing? I started by accident. I was supposed to go to my saxophone class, but I was given the wrong day and time of the lesson, and therefore I found myself attending a voice class.Which singers inspired you the most when you were … [Read more...] about Maria José Siri answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Singers’ Edition
Great Italian conductor Claudio Abbado dies at 80
Italian conductor Claudio Abbado, died this morning at the age of 80. He had been ill for several years, yet continued working until a couple of months ago. He was a greatly loved figure, with a big heart and gentle approach. He often conducted from memory, remarking that the use of a score signified that he hadn't studied the work enough. His last concerts were in late August … [Read more...] about Great Italian conductor Claudio Abbado dies at 80
Mark S Doss answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Singers’ Edition
Q&A When did you start singing? I was in the 5th grade when the music teacher, Mrs Mapson, asked me to sing the Wells Fargo Wagon song from Music Man. She heard me sing it back to her and then exclaimed, "Wow, that's beautiful! You could go to New York right now and make a lot of money!" Scared to death of that comment I didn't sing ANYTHING for a long time … [Read more...] about Mark S Doss answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Singers’ Edition
Soprano Sena Jurinac dies at 90
Sena Jurinac has died in southern Germany at age 90.The Vienna State Opera confirmed the death today, saying it is mourning the loss of a “legendary artist who shaped not only the Vienna State Opera but also the entire opera world.” Austrian news agency APA reported that Jurinac died yesterday, November 22, at her home near Augsburg. November 22 is, appropriately, Saint … [Read more...] about Soprano Sena Jurinac dies at 90
Vienna Opera and La Scala exchange goes ahead tomorrow
A much-anticipated exchange between the Vienna Opera and Milan's Teatro alla Scala will go ahead despite earlier fears it might be cancelled because of a strike.Two unions at the Milan opera house - Cgil and Uil - had threatened to strike tomorrow, because of proposed changes to staff contracts announced earlier this year, thereby cancelling the performance by the Vienna … [Read more...] about Vienna Opera and La Scala exchange goes ahead tomorrow
Video of football fans and police interrupting mega-screen relay of Simon Boccanegra in Vienna
Galatasaray football fans and police escort 'accidentally' interrupting a mega-screen relay of Simon Boccanegra in the square outside the Vienna State Opera. … [Read more...] about Video of football fans and police interrupting mega-screen relay of Simon Boccanegra in Vienna
Record first French season at Vienna Opera and Ballet
The French reign at Vienna's venerable State Opera has kicked off with a bang, bringing in record revenues and attendance numbers in its very first season.With 331 opera, ballet and children's performances over the past 10 months, the Staatsoper saw an impressive attendance average of 98.33 percent, it announced Friday. For opera performances alone, this even went as high … [Read more...] about Record first French season at Vienna Opera and Ballet