The New York Times – Music:
Deborah Warner, known for directing theater and opera, succeeds Pierre Audi, who died last year. Her own work is expected to be part of her programming.
Category: Appointments and Executive Changes
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Paris Opera Names Semyon Bychkov as Its Next Musical Director
The New York Times – Music:
Semyon Bychkov will be the musical director for a period when the opera’s performance spaces are under renovation. It’s a chance to add symphonic seasons like at La Scala.
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After ‘Working Girl,’ Can Christopher Ashley Bring His Sunshine to New York?
The New York Times – Film:
Before returning to New York to lead Roundabout, Christopher Ashley is concluding his 18-year tenure at La Jolla Playhouse with the new musical “Working Girl.”
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Versace Announces Dario Vitale’s Shocking Departure
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
After one hit collection, the designer Dario Vitale will be leaving the brand. What’s going on?
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The American James Gaffigan Comes Home to Lead the Houston Grand Opera
The New York Times – Music:
After more than a decade in Europe, James Gaffigan is returning to the United States to take over one of the nation’s highest-profile opera houses.
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Ted Huffman to Lead Aix-en-Provence Opera Festival
The New York Times – Music:
The Aix-en-Provence Festival in France has named Huffman to succeed the visionary Pierre Audi, who died earlier this year.
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Strike Threats Greet Appointment of Venice Opera’s New Conductor
The New York Times – Music:
Workers at La Fenice say Beatrice Venezi, a favorite of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of Italy, lacks the experience to be the storied company’s music director.
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At Bottega Veneta, Louise Trotter Makes a Crafty Debut
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Louise Trotter makes a crafty debut at Bottega Veneta.