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Paris Opera Ballerinas to go on strike over Christmas period
Ballet dancers at the Paris Opera will put down their pointe shoes between 23 and 31 December over workers rights.
Italian opera and 55 other practices added to UNESCO intangible herita
While opera and midwifery require care and considerate protection, the UN-backed association also listed Türkiye's olive cultivation as a practice in need of urgent safeguarding.
La Divina at 100: A photo journey through the life of Maria Callas
Take a look at the American-born Greek soprano's meteoric rise as the 'original diva' of opera, as the world celebrates the centenary of her birth.
Composer John Adams on the future of opera and artificial intelligence
Euronews Culture sat down with composer and conductor John Adams after the premiere of 'Antony and Cleopatra' at Barcelona's Liceu Opera theatre.
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Backstage at the Metropolitan Opera: 'Champion' breaks new ground
Musica is granted backstage access at New York's Metropolitan Opera for the rehearsals of 'Champion,' the modern masterpiece that reflects the Met’s vision for the future.
Sydney Opera House at 50: Surprising facts you didn't know
From Arnold Schwarzenegger's contentious triumph at the concert hall in 1980 to the lesser-known secrets of its architectural design, here are some fascinating facts about the Sydney Opera House you might not have known.
Barcelona's Liceu opera theatre appoints 'intimacy director'
Renowned intimacy director Ita O'Brien, with HBO and Netflix credentials, is at the helm, overseeing Barcelona Liceu's upcoming production of 'Antony and Cleopatra.'
Backstage at New York Met's radical boxing opera 'Champion'
How do you bring the music and story of a contemporary opera to life? In this edition of Musica, we go backstage at the Metropolitan Opera in New York and reveal what it takes to present the groundbreaking opera ‘Champion’.
Meet the next generation of Opera's rising stars
In this latest episode of Musica, we take a look behind the scenes at the Zurich International Opera Studio where a group of rising Opera stars have their sights set on the world's biggest stages.
Prague cancels Russian soprano Anna Netrebko concert amid ongoing war
In a statement, Nachtigall Artists Management said, “We agreed that we would give in to political pressure and that Anna would not demand compensation from either Nachtigall Artists Management or the Municipal House.”
Opera star Sarah Brightman talks climate change and her career
The soprano made her theatre debut in the West End in Cats in 1981. Today she has sold more than 25 million albums and two million DVDs.
Opera star Sonya Yoncheva takes on new challenges in Milan and Vienna
Considered to be one of the most celebrated sopranos of our time, Sonya Yoncheva has a vast repertoire. She invited Musica behind the scenes to witness the action.
Gustavo Dudamel to leave role at the Paris Opera in August
The world-renowned conductor has announced he will quit his post in August after just two years at the helm
Opera in the 21st century
This week on Musica we talk to the rising directors turning the opera world on its head.
How is Giorgia Meloni taking control of Italian cultural institutions?
Recent restrictive measures indicate that the Italian far-right executive is taking control of more and more cultural institutions.
Grace Bumbry, the barrier-shattering opera singer, dies aged 86
Grace Bumbry was the first Black singer to perform at Germany's Bayreuth festival and had a career spanning more than three decades.
Comedian Harry Hill takes aim at Tony Blair in controversial new show
"TONY!", a new rock opera that takes a satirical look at the life of former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, has premiered at the Leicester Square Theatre in London.
Marina Abramović: My life and legacy as a performance artist
Marina Abramović has a very special relationship with Spain. The country and its culture reflect she says so much of how she feels and what she represents. So, when asked to perform and direct by Barcelona's famed Liceu Opera, Abramović says the unique opportunity was too good to miss.
Greek National Opera celebrates Maria Callas centenary
The Greek National Opera is organising numerous events to mark the 100th anniversary of Maria Callas' birth.
Paris Opera appoints Guillaume Diop first black star dancer
The 23-year-old has made history after being appointed Paris Opera's first black Étoile (star) dancer.