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One really can't claim that Georges Bizet's infrequently staged opera "The Pearl Fishers" is a spectacular jewel whose beauties have been hidden too long. But one also can't deny that, with the help of a strong cast and production, it can be a quite satisfying and...

These days, it's so easy to collect "friends." As simple as clicking a button on a Facebook page. In Georges Bizet's opera "The Pearl Fishers," with its island setting that appears timeless, friendship means much more. "There are several themes in the story," said...

NORFOLK, Va. (August 21, 2012) – Virginia Opera, The Official Opera Company of the Commonwealth of Virginia, is excited to announce the 4th Annual Opera in the Park will take place at Town Point Park in Norfolk, Va., on Sept. 15. This year's Opera in the Park is a...

NORFOLK, Va. – Virginia Opera is excited to announce the election of two new board members ahead of the 2012-2013 season. Mrs. Nancy Branch and Dr. Elisabeth Muhlenfeld were elected by the board on Sunday, May 20, 2012. Branch is former member of the Virginia Opera...

NORFOLK, Va. – Virginia Opera, The Official Opera Company of the Commonwealth of Virginia, has named its former Artistic Director, Peter Mark, Artistic Director Emeritus of the company. Mr. Mark served as Artistic Director, Music Director and Principal Conductor of...

NORFOLK, Va. – After serving for 18 years on the Board of Directors of Virginia Opera, the Official Opera Company of the Commonwealth of Virginia, the title of Director Emeritus has been conferred unanimously on Mrs. Joan Barbara Miller. Mrs. Miller joined the...