Among the most goose-bump-inducing moments in opera is Mimì’s entrance in the duet that concludes the first act of Giacomo Puccini’s 1896 opera “La Bohème.” Rodolfo (tenor), a struggling ...

Say what you like about Puccini: 100 years on and he’s still got it. And then some. Dingle Yandell, Patrick Alexander Keefe, Charles Rice, Paul Sheehan, Joshua Blue, ENO’s La boheme 2024.

NEW YORK – Ever since Giacomo Puccini died without finishing his last opera, “Turandot,” audiences have thrilled to its soaring melodies like “Nessun Dorma,” but also perhaps lamented ...

Giacomo Puccini’s “La bohème” is easily one of the most popular operas of all time. Despite being written from 1893-95 and set in 1830, today’s audiences continue to find its romantic tale of ...

The opening night for the 2025 season is tomorrow night with Puccini’s “Tosca.” The other main stage productions will be Sondheim’s “Sunday in the Park with George,” Stravinsky’s ...

This year, the radio audience voted for a 1966 performance of Puccini’s “Turandot,” showcasing two legends who electrified audiences when they paired up for this opera: Birgit Nilsson and ...

Puccini’s “Turandot” in Concert Featuring soprano Golda Zahra as Liu in her professional role debut with the Dream Orchestra conducted by Daniel Suk Friday, Aug. 16, 2024 7:30 p.m.

Better than: Nicorette If you're trying not to fall off the no-smoking wagon, be warned that SF Opera's current production of Giacomo Puccini's Il Trittico may leave you with a powerful urge to light ...

Recently, I got to perform an orchestral piece that was new to me, a gorgeous Intermezzo by Giacomo Puccini from one of his lesser-known operas. What a gem that I’m excited to share with you today!