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by: Dylan Hodges
Posted: Nov 14, 2024 / 12:12 PM EST / Updated: Nov 14, 2024 / 12:12 PM EST The Indianapolis Opera is opening its 50th anniversary season with “The Barber of Seville,” a timeless comedic opera, at the Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre in Carmel from November 15 to 17. The performance promises a mix of classical opera and lighthearted fun, appealing to both opera enthusiasts and newcomers. Read more... |
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By: Michael Hartz
Posted 2:47 PM, Nov 13, 2024 INDIANAPOLIS — Grammy Award-winning baritone Gabriel Preisser and the Indianapolis Opera are both tied to “The Barber of Seville.” “It's one of my favorite roles,” Preisser said. “I’ve done it six times.” It’s also a favorite of the Indianapolis Opera. Read more... |
Indianapolis Opera marks 50th season with ‘The Barber of Seville’
November 11, 2024
November 11, 2024
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by: Jeremy Jenkins
Posted: Nov 11, 2024 / 01:59 PM EST / Updated: Nov 11, 2024 / 02:05 PM EST INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) -- The Indianapolis Opera is kicking off its milestone 50th season with a timeless classic, “The Barber of Seville.” To celebrate, the company is bringing an all-star lineup to the stage, featuring Grammy-winning baritone Gabriel Preisser in the lead role as Figaro. General Director David Craig Starkey, conductor Casey Robards, and Preisser joined Daybreak on Monday to discuss what makes this production special. Read more... |
Indianapolis Opera opens 50th season with free concert | WISH-TV
September 3, 2024
September 3, 2024
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by: Gregg Montgomery
Posted: Sep 3, 2024 / 10:03 PM EST / Updated: Sep 3, 2024 / 10:03 PM EST INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Indianapolis Opera is celebrating 50 years, and it’s kicking off its big anniversary season with a show that won’t cost you a thing. Read more... |
Opera in the Park | Fox 59
August 24, 2024
August 24, 2024
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The Circle City’s rising stars of Opera are taking their talents to Garfield Park.
The Indianapolis Opera is kicking off its 50th season with their annual “Opera in the Park” event. The free event will take place on September 7th. Read more... |
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by: Cody Adams
Posted: Aug 20, 2024 / 04:58 PM EST / Updated: Aug 21, 2024 / 03:36 PM EST INDIANAPOLIS (WISH)- The Indianapolis Opera is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a season dedicated to honoring its legacy and alumni. Read more... |
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by: Divine Triplett
Posted: Aug 20, 2024 / 05:26 PM EST / Updated: Sep 3, 2024 / 10:01 PM EST We had the pleasure of welcoming two special guests, Lyndsay Moy, and Ganson Salmon, to chat about the upcoming Opera in the Park event. Read more... |
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CURRENT
October 28, 2024
October 28, 2024
‘Looney’ version of ‘Barber of Seville’ set
By Mark Ambrogi
Gabriel Preisser will make his first appearance with the Indianapolis Opera, but he is no stranger to “The Barber of Seville.”
Preisser, a baritone based in Orlando, Fla., said he has appeared in the classic opera five or six times, each time in the lead role of Figaro.
The Indianapolis Opera’s production of “The Barber of Seville” runs Nov. 15-17 at The Tarkington at the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.
“It’s one of the greatest roles in the repertoire and has one of the most iconic arias, thanks to Bugs Bunny,” Preisser said. Read more...
By Mark Ambrogi
Gabriel Preisser will make his first appearance with the Indianapolis Opera, but he is no stranger to “The Barber of Seville.”
Preisser, a baritone based in Orlando, Fla., said he has appeared in the classic opera five or six times, each time in the lead role of Figaro.
The Indianapolis Opera’s production of “The Barber of Seville” runs Nov. 15-17 at The Tarkington at the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.
“It’s one of the greatest roles in the repertoire and has one of the most iconic arias, thanks to Bugs Bunny,” Preisser said. Read more...
NUVO
August 23, 2024
August 23, 2024
In collaboration with Friends of Garfield Park, IO's 50th Anniversary Artistic Season begins with their free 7th annual Opera in the Park concert at MacAllister Amphitheater in Garfield Park on September 7 at 7:00 p.m.
The program will feature rising opera stars of Indianapolis, with concert hosts, opera superstar soprano Angela Brown, who launched her career with IO, and Maestro Alfred Savia, Artistic Advisor and Principal Guest Conductor of the Indianapolis Opera. Read more...
The program will feature rising opera stars of Indianapolis, with concert hosts, opera superstar soprano Angela Brown, who launched her career with IO, and Maestro Alfred Savia, Artistic Advisor and Principal Guest Conductor of the Indianapolis Opera. Read more...
CURRENT
August 20, 2024
August 20, 2024
Indianapolis Opera’s Opera in the Park set
By Mark Ambrogi
For Lyndsay Moy, Indianapolis Opera’s Opera in the Park is always special and this one has special significance.
Moy, director of education and community engagement for Indianapolis Opera, will be joined by Ganson Salmon as feature performers in Opera in the Park in a 7 p.m. free concert Sept. 7 at Garfield Park in Indianapolis.
“Since this is our 50th anniversary season, we really wanted to highlight Hoosier talent, so (general director) David (Starkey) graciously asked me to sing because I was raised in Indianapolis,” Moy said. “I went through Indianapolis Children’s Choir. I did show choir and (earned) my undergraduate (degree) at DePauw University.” Read more...
By Mark Ambrogi
For Lyndsay Moy, Indianapolis Opera’s Opera in the Park is always special and this one has special significance.
Moy, director of education and community engagement for Indianapolis Opera, will be joined by Ganson Salmon as feature performers in Opera in the Park in a 7 p.m. free concert Sept. 7 at Garfield Park in Indianapolis.
“Since this is our 50th anniversary season, we really wanted to highlight Hoosier talent, so (general director) David (Starkey) graciously asked me to sing because I was raised in Indianapolis,” Moy said. “I went through Indianapolis Children’s Choir. I did show choir and (earned) my undergraduate (degree) at DePauw University.” Read more...
CURRENT
June 11, 2024
June 11, 2024
Lobster Palooza Co-Chairs Passionate About Indy Opera
By Mark Ambrogi
Jordan Steele has a lifelong connection to the Indianapolis Opera.
“My dad, John Schmid, was the chorus master for Indianapolis Opera for 40 years, so I grew up going to rehearsals and all of the performances,” Steele said. “My dad passed away in 2022 and I wanted to keep his passion for opera alive by getting more involved with IO. The staff is truly amazing and makes IO still feel like home even after my dad’s passing.”
Steele, who lives on the north side of Indianapolis, is co-chair with Rob Ellinger of Lobster Palooza, the 14th annual New England Style Lobster Boil. The fundraiser is set for 6 p.m. July 13 at the Basile Opera Center in Indianapolis. Lobster Palooza serves as the kickoff for Indianapolis Opera’s 50th anniversary season. Read more...
By Mark Ambrogi
Jordan Steele has a lifelong connection to the Indianapolis Opera.
“My dad, John Schmid, was the chorus master for Indianapolis Opera for 40 years, so I grew up going to rehearsals and all of the performances,” Steele said. “My dad passed away in 2022 and I wanted to keep his passion for opera alive by getting more involved with IO. The staff is truly amazing and makes IO still feel like home even after my dad’s passing.”
Steele, who lives on the north side of Indianapolis, is co-chair with Rob Ellinger of Lobster Palooza, the 14th annual New England Style Lobster Boil. The fundraiser is set for 6 p.m. July 13 at the Basile Opera Center in Indianapolis. Lobster Palooza serves as the kickoff for Indianapolis Opera’s 50th anniversary season. Read more...
IndyStar.
May 3, 2024
May 3, 2024
'West Side Story' and 'Barber of Seville' are part of Indianapolis Opera's 50th season
By Domenica Bongiovanni
Indianapolis Opera will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a lineup of famous classics including "The Barber of Seville" and "West Side Story."
And while shows like that are in demand, the heart of this special season centers on the people who have made productions like this possible for 50 years and the venues where audiences have come together, General Director David Starkey said.
"What's the perfect show? There really wasn't one. I mean, this company has done almost all the major works," he said. "What do you choose? It could have been a long list. So we feel that it's about the people. We feel like it's about celebrating also the venues." Read more...
By Domenica Bongiovanni
Indianapolis Opera will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a lineup of famous classics including "The Barber of Seville" and "West Side Story."
And while shows like that are in demand, the heart of this special season centers on the people who have made productions like this possible for 50 years and the venues where audiences have come together, General Director David Starkey said.
"What's the perfect show? There really wasn't one. I mean, this company has done almost all the major works," he said. "What do you choose? It could have been a long list. So we feel that it's about the people. We feel like it's about celebrating also the venues." Read more...
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Community Connection with Tina Cosby
August 26, 2024
August 26, 2024
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We kick off the week here on Community Connection welcoming the internationally renowned dramatic opera singer, Angela Brown! Join us as we go in depth with Angela about an upcoming free event showcasing some of the genre’s best, right here in Indy!
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