The New York Times – Music:
David Jones has been the principal clarinetist of the Kennedy Center’s orchestra for five presidents. A cascade of cancellations means he hasn’t played there since February.
Category: Washington National Opera
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Washington Opera Builds Its New Chapter After the Kennedy Center
The New York Times – Music:
The company announced that its next season would include a slate of five full-length operas at houses around the Washington area.
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Gregory Spears: Composer Who Loops Musical Time and History
The New York Times – Music:
Gregory Spears is bringing his uncanny sense of genre and eras of music to the “Sleeping Beauty” story with his new opera, “Sleepers Awake.”
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Is It Possible to Solve the Ending of Puccini’s ‘Turandot’?
The New York Times – Music:
This Orientalist classic, left unfinished, has had to be completed since Puccini’s death. A new version hands that task to artists with Asian roots.
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After Kennedy Center Exit, Washington National Opera Returns
The New York Times – Music:
Washington National Opera managed to resume performances within two months of its abrupt departure. But there are still challenges ahead.
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Washington National Opera Finds a Stage Outside Kennedy Center Amid Trump Tensions
The New York Times – Music:
Spring performances of “Treemonisha” and “The Crucible” will be held at George Washington University.
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Washington National Opera Is Leaving the Kennedy Center
The New York Times – Music:
The opera, which has performed at the arts center since 1971, was concerned about declines in attendance and donations during President Trump’s second term.
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Stephen Schwartz Criticizes Kennedy Center, Saying He Won’t Host Gala
The New York Times – Music:
The Washington National Opera said the “Wicked” composer was scheduled to host its annual event at the center this spring.