Lausanne Opera Unveils Eclectic 2026-27 Season with Five World Premieres and Rare Works LAUSANNE, Switzerland — The Opéra de Lausanne has announced its 2026-27 season, marking the third under the leadership of Director Claude Cortese. The program promises an ambitious blend of baroque, classical, and 20th-century works, including five productions never before staged in the … Read more
While my usual beat involves the high-stakes drama of the football pitch and the precision of Olympic athletics, there is a different kind of performance art currently capturing the attention of Madrid. The city is preparing for a cultural arrival that mirrors the excitement of a championship final: the staging of La novia vendida Teatro … Read more
Timothée Chalamet, the celebrated actor known for roles in films like “Dune” and “Wonka,” finds himself at the center of a growing controversy following comments he made regarding the relevance of ballet and opera. The remarks, made during a February interview, have sparked a swift and critical response from the performing arts community, raising questions … Read more
The entertainment world is buzzing after a recent exchange involving Timothée Chalamet, the acclaimed star of films like “Dune” and “Marty Supreme,” sparked controversy. During a town hall discussion with veteran actor Matthew McConaughey, Chalamet made comments regarding the perceived relevance of ballet and opera, leading to a swift and critical response from within the … Read more
Robotic Surgery Advances Bring Hope to Infants in Alicante Alicante, Spain – A significant milestone in pediatric surgery has been achieved at the Hospital General Doctor Balmis, where a little boy, just over a year old and weighing a little over ten kilograms, successfully underwent surgery utilizing robotic assistance. This marks a new era in … Read more
2026-01-20 15:15:00 „Dido je nešťastná vdova, nějak se nic nedaří a pak umře.“ Zhruba tolik o ději opery anglického barokního skladatele Henryho Purcella věděla Alice Nellis, když byla malá. Přímočaré dětské zjednodušení ale nemá daleko k pravdě. Komorní drama na námět z Vergiliova eposu Aeneis vypráví o osudové lásce královny Dido a trójského hrdiny Aenea, který připlul k jejímu dvoru, avšak podveden … Read more