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Washington National Opera marches onward with a joyous Treemonisha
A vibrant new production of Scott Joplin’s Treemonisha at Washington National Opera underscores the opera’s enduring message of education, community and social justice.
Porgy and Bess returns stronger than ever at the Met
Back to Catfish Row for another revival of The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess and James Robinson’s show continue to wow our writer.
Frederick Ballentine’s Loge shines in Das Rheingold
Despite some confused visual elements, an excellent musical performance makes Seattle Opera's production well worth watching.
Star-studded gloom in Kevin Puts' The Hours at the Met
Is it possible to have a minor success on every level? Kevin Puts' The Hours underwhelms in its world premiere production at the Metropolitan Opera.
Carmen at Glimmerglass: visually striking, dramatically inconsistent
Denyce Graves, once the reigning Carmen of her day, directs a new production full of interesting choices that rarely cohere.
Porgy and Bess returns as a great show at The Metropolitan Opera
James Robinson’s production allows the large cast of Catfish Row to interact like the old pals – almost family – that they are.