Tony Nominees Lileana Blain-Cruz and Robert O'Hara to Make Met Opera Debuts in 2023-24 Season by Natan Zamansky

The Metropolitan Opera's 2023-2024 season will also include new works directed by Tony winners Ivo van Hove and Mary Zimmerman.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:59pm on February 22, 2023☆⚑

Reviews: What Did Critics Think of Fedora at the Metropolitan Opera? by Natan Zamansky

The new production of Giordano's opera opened December 31.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:47am on January 2, 2023☆⚑

Michelle Bradley to Replace Latonia Moore in Aida at The Met by Natan Zamansky

Moore has withdrawn from the production due to illness.

SOURCE: Playbill at 2:12pm on December 6, 2022☆⚑

Reviews: What Did Critics Think Think of The Hours at The Metropolitan Opera, Starring Kelli O'Hara? by Natan Zamansky

The Kevin Puts opera, also starring Renée Fleming and Joyce DiDonato, opened its world premiere November 22.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06am on November 23, 2022☆⚑

Get a 1st Look at Kelli O'Hara, Renée Fleming, and Joyce DiDonato in The Hours by Natan Zamansky

The opera by Kevin Puts premieres at the Metropolitan Opera November 22

SOURCE: Playbill at 4:42pm on November 21, 2022☆⚑

Many U.K. Arts Organizations, Including National Theatre, to Lose Public Funding by Natan Zamansky

Arts Council England recently unveiled an investment plan which includes cuts for many London-based companies.

SOURCE: Playbill at 1:54pm on November 14, 2022☆⚑

The Must-Listen Podcasts for Opera and Classical Music Fans by Natan Zamansky

Whether you're a neophyte or a longtime fan, here are the radio shows and podcasts for you!

SOURCE: Playbill at 3:33pm on October 24, 2022☆⚑

Masks Will No Longer Be Required at The Met, Carnegie Hall, and More by Natan Zamansky

New York Philharmonic is also among the companies that will adopt a mask-option policy beginning later this month.

SOURCE: Playbill at 3:43pm on October 17, 2022☆⚑

Reviews: What Did Critics Think of Medea at The Metropolitan Opera? by Natan Zamansky

The NYC institution kicked off its 2022-23 season with Cherubini's opera September 27, starring Sondra Radvanovsky.

SOURCE: Playbill at 8:33am on September 29, 2022☆⚑

Big 10 2022: The 10 Most Represented Colleges on Broadway in the 2021-2022 Season by Natan Zamansky

Find out which colleges and universities had the most alumni performing on Broadway during the 2021-22 season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:07am on September 9, 2022☆⚑

Where to Listen to Classical Music by Natan Zamansky

From local radio stations to websites, here's your international guide to hear the best orchestras playing the most iconic classical music.

SOURCE: Playbill at 2:24pm on August 15, 2022☆⚑

Classic Arts Rush and Inexpensive Ticket Policies by Natan Zamansky

Many New York performing arts venues and organizations"including the Met Opera and Carnegie Hall"offer rush and inexpensive ticket policies.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:07am on August 10, 2022☆⚑

Off-Broadway Rush and Inexpensive Ticket Policies by Natan Zamansky

To make tickets more affordable, many Off-Broadway shows have implemented rush, lottery, and inexpensive ticket policies.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54am on March 15, 2022☆⚑

Updates on Current and Upcoming National Tours by Natan Zamansky

A look at the touring musicals and plays that may soon be coming to a city near you.

SOURCE: Playbill at 1:54pm on March 14, 2022☆⚑

Schedule of Upcoming London Shows by Natan Zamansky

What's announced and what's in previews in the West End.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:36am on March 14, 2022☆⚑

Broadway Rush, Lottery, and Standing Room Only Policies by Natan Zamansky

Playbill's complete round-up of the latest Broadway rush, lottery, standing-room-only (SRO), and student ticket policies.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:36am on March 14, 2022☆⚑

The Latest Statuses of Classic Arts Organizations During the Shutdown by Natan Zamansky

Up-to-date information on season cancellations, postponements, and alternative programming.

SOURCE: Playbill at 4:08pm on May 5, 2020☆⚑

Updates on Current and Upcoming National Tours by Natan Zamansky

A look at the touring musicals and plays that may soon be coming to a city near you, as well as those canceled by the coronavirus pandemic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:56am on April 13, 2020☆⚑