Noseda

Gianandrea Noseda on Verdi’s Otello

Gianandrea Noseda and the National Symphony Orchestra embark on their series of Opera in Concert, starting with Verdi's Otello. Nicole Lacroix speaks with Maestro Noseda about his bringing the opera to the concert stage.

Noseda

Noseda's First Ring Cycle

Program Director Jim Allison reflects on Gianandrea Noseda's first Ring cycle, his approach to the score, and the special nature of a Ring cycle from Zurich. 

Verdi

A Guide to Verdi's Masterful Otello

Ahead of the much-anticipated performance of Verdi's Otello with the National Symphony Orchestra and Gianandrea Noseda, Linda Carducci provides historical context and synopsis of the operatic masterpiece.

Handel

300 Years of Handel’s Julius Caesar

This February 20th marks the  300th anniversary of the world premiere of Handel’s Giulio Cesare in Egitto, which took place on February 20, 1724 in London at the King's Theatre in Haymarket. 

Christmas Opera

Christmas at the Opera: It’s More than Just the Manger

Composers have celebrated Christmas in opera throughout the centuries, from quintessential opera composer Puccini to modern-day composer Kevin Puts. Host David Martosko guides us through Christmastime in opera.

lincoln

Opera Out and About

In the next few weeks, operas are coming out of opera houses and into our communities (like the Lincoln Memorial) and our homes! Evan Keely highlights three opera events, out and about, not to be missed.