Episodios

  • Rigoletto in Conversation with Quinn Kelsey and Jeremy Frank

    Rigoletto in Conversation with Quinn Kelsey and Jeremy Frank
    Jun 10 2025
    In this episode, LA Opera Chorus Director Jeremy Frank sits down with Rigoletto star Quinn Kelsey to discuss the baritone's artistic journey, his experience of embodying one of Verdi's most iconic roles, and how his Hawaiian cultural heritage has influenced it all. Playing now through June 21, tickets to Verdi's Rigoletto are available at LAOpera.org.
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    41 m
  • The Women of Verdi's Rigoletto with Dr. Holley Replogle-Wong

    The Women of Verdi's Rigoletto with Dr. Holley Replogle-Wong
    Jun 3 2025
    In this episode, musicologist Dr. Holley Replogle-Wong illuminates the women of Rigoletto and their archetypes, drawing on history, literature, and fine arts. This lecture was recorded as part of Opera for Educators, LA Opera Connects' professional development series for teachers and anyone interested in a deeper dive. Tickets to Verdi's Rigoletto are available now at LAOpera.org.
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    34 m
  • James Conlon's Pre-Performance Talk on Rigoletto

    James Conlon's Pre-Performance Talk on Rigoletto
    May 27 2025
    In this episode, Richard Seaver Music Director James Conlon walks us through the history, the plot, and, of course, the music of Verdi's Rigoletto. Don't miss this heart-pounding drama playing May 31-June 21. Tickets are on sale now at LAOpera.org.
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    39 m
  • Rigoletto: Annotated Listening Guide

    Rigoletto: Annotated Listening Guide
    May 20 2025
    In this episode, mezzo-soprano Sarah Saturnino, alumna of the LA Opera Domingo-Colburn-Stein Young Artist Program, shares the synopsis for Rigoletto, with annotated musical notes from musicologist Dr. Tiffany Kuo.
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    10 m
  • Action the Future: Arts for Society with Renée Fleming, Dr. Daniel Levitin, Sarah Lyding, Dr. Indre Viskontas, and Stacie Aamon Yeldell

    Action the Future: Arts for Society with Renée Fleming, Dr. Daniel Levitin, Sarah Lyding, Dr. Indre Viskontas, and Stacie Aamon Yeldell
    May 13 2025
    In this episode, LA Opera Connects is looking forward to the 4th annual LA County Arts and Health Week Summit on June 13. Listen in to this panel conversation recorded at last year's Summit, featuring Renée Fleming leading a discussion about the future of embedding the arts into healthcare with Dr. Daniel Levitin, Sarah Lyding, Dr. Indre Viskontas, and Stacie Aamon Yeldell. Join us here at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion on June 13 for conversations and participatory experiences highlighting creative ways to approach wellness. RSVP now at LAOpera.org/Summit.
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    46 m
  • The Spanish Civil War and Francoist Repression with Dr. Luis Martin-Cabrera

    The Spanish Civil War and Francoist Repression with Dr. Luis Martin-Cabrera
    May 6 2025
    In this episode, scholar Dr. Luis Martin-Cabrera provides context for Ainadamar with an introduction to the Spanish Civil War, the Franco dictatorship, and the fate of poet Federico García Lorca. This conversation was recorded as part of Connects' professional development series Opera for Educators. Playing now through May 18, tickets for Ainadamar are available now at LAOpera.org.
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    41 m
  • Dr. TIffany Kuo's Pre-Performance Talk on Ainadamar

    Dr. TIffany Kuo's Pre-Performance Talk on Ainadamar
    Apr 29 2025
    In this pre-recorded pre-performance lecture, Dr. Tiffany Kuo guides you through Osvaldo Golijov's Ainadamar: the plot, the history, and, of course, the music. Tickets to Ainadamar are available now at LAOpera.org.
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    33 m
  • Opera, Imagination, and Healing with Danielle Birrittella

    Opera, Imagination, and Healing with Danielle Birrittella
    Apr 22 2025
    What does trauma-informed mean? How can the opera be a place of catharsis? In this episode, composer, performer, and mental health professional Danielle Birrittella explores the links between opera, mental health, and the operatic imagination. Hear more conversations like this at the 4th annual Los Angeles County Arts and Health Week Summit, hosted by LA Opera. Visit LAOpera.org/Summit to register now.
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    30 m
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