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US soprano, offended by blackface, pulls out of Italy opera

Soprano Angel Blue will be bowing out of La Traviata because the theater recently mounted another Verdi opera using blackface.

Stephen RaskauskasDecember 9, 2016

Add ‘The Miracle of Hanukkah’ Opera to Your Holiday Traditions, Now That It’s (Finally) Been Written

Stephen RaskauskasDecember 9, 2016

Meet Morgan and Louie, the Adorable, Four-Legged Stars of “The Magic Flute” at Lyric Opera of Chicago

Stephen RaskauskasDecember 8, 2016

Video: Hear the Carols That Characters in A Christmas Carol Would’ve Actually Heard

Program Director David Polk shares his favorite musical memories from his 14 years at WFMT

David PolkOctober 1, 2019

After nearly 14 years at WFMT, David Polk has decided to move on. During his time, he's amassed a huge collection of music that he will always associate with the station. On his last day at WFMT, he wants to share with you just a few of the musical gems that he'll be taking with him in spirit.

Jessye Norman, the international opera star, dead at 74

Associated PressSeptember 30, 2019

The renowned international opera star, whose passionate soprano voice won her four Grammy Awards and the National Medal of Arts, has died.

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