Cincinnati Opera Announces Additional Chorus Auditions for 2012 Season
CINCINNATI—Cincinnati Opera will host additional auditions for its 2012 Summer Festival Chorus on Saturday, December 3 and Sunday, December 4 at the Corbett Opera Center in Music Hall, 1243 Elm Street, Cincinnati, Ohio.Audition times must be scheduled in advance by contacting Lauren Bailey, Artistic Coordinator, at (513) 768-5568 or lbailey@cincinnatiopera.org. Singers should prepare two (2) contrasting arias in the original languages. An accompanist will be provided.
About the Cincinnati Opera Chorus
The Cincinnati Opera Chorus is a paid, professional chorus under the jurisdiction of AGMA, the American Guild of Musical Artists. An artist must be a member in good standing or have begun the application for membership prior to employment. Rehearsals for the 2012 Summer Festival will begin in mid-May (exact start dates TBD) and run through late July.2012 Season
The 2012 Summer Festival, which will take place June 14 through July 28, 2012, opens with a double bill of Italian one-act operas, pairing the tragedy of Ruggero Leoncavallo’s Pagliacci with the comedic charm of Giacomo Puccini’s Gianni Schicchi. Next, Cincinnati Opera proudly presents its first-ever production of the Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess. The season will close with a lavish presentation of Giuseppe Verdi’s heartbreaking romance La Traviata. All performances will take place at historic Music Hall and feature the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra.For additional 2012 season and casting information, please visit http://www.cincinnatiopera.org
Additional Information
Please contact Lauren Bailey, Artistic Coordinator, at (513) 768-5568 or lbailey@cincinnatiopera.org with questions about auditions.
Cincinnati Opera’s 2012 Summer Festival will take place June 14 through July 28, featuring a double bill of Ruggero Leoncavallo’s Pagliacci and Giacomo Puccini’s Gianni Schicchi, The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess, and Giuseppe Verdi’s La Traviata. The 2012 season is made possible with support from ArtsWave, Ohio Arts Council, The Louise Dieterle Nippert Musical Arts Fund, and many generous individuals, corporations, and foundations.
Cincinnati Opera 2012 Preview Event, Tuesday Oct. 25th @ Music Hall
Get the inside scoop on our 2012 season from Evans on October 25!
Join Evans Mirageas, The Harry T. Wilks Artistic Director, and young artists from CCM on Tuesday, October 25 for a sneak peek at Cincinnati Opera’s 2012 Summer Festival. Evans will offer insight on the upcoming operas, illuminating not only the history and music of each piece, but also providing a unique insider’s look at the creation of a world-class opera season. This summer, Cincinnati Opera will stage three thrilling productions, beginning with a double bill of Italian one-act operas: Leoncavallo’s tragic Pagliacci and Puccini’s charming comedy Gianni Schicchi. Next, Cincinnati Opera will proudly present its first-ever production of The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess. The season will close with a sumptuous production of Verdi’s heartrending romance La Traviata.
When: Tuesday, October 25 at 7:00 p.m.
Where: Corbett Tower in Music Hall, 1241 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Paid parking available adjacent to Music Hall.
Admission: $5 at the door or in advance by calling the Cincinnati Opera Box Office at
(513) 241-2742.
Seating is limited—reservations are recommended!
Cincinnati Opera gratefully acknowledges the support of ArtsWave and Ohio Arts Council.
Cincinnati Opera 1243 Elm Street &bull Cincinnati, OH 45202
Box Office: (513) 241-2742
Administrative Offices: (513) 768-5550
www.cincinnatiopera.org
