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Opera union probes sex accusations against superstar Placido Domingo
Union launches its own investigation into sexual harassment allegations against Domingo.
Brian Rudman: Finally, Dame Kiri gets an overdue honour
COMMENT: Dame Kiri is coming home. It's a shame we didn't make it possible years ago.
How do you say no to God? Placido Domingo accused of sexual harassment
There is apparently a troubling side to opera legend Placido Domingo.
APO and NZ Opera turn it all on for Don Giovanni
In the #MeToo era, a 1787 opera seemed very 2019 as the APO turns in a fine performance.
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Auckland has a new winter festival and a star Kiwi muso returns to the stage this weekend.
Opera House renovation hits high notes
Intricate tile renovation echoes craftsman of old. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Opera review: The Barber of Seville
Barber of Seville is cutting edge comic opera, says William Dart thrilled by NZ Opera show
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Bugs Bunny, Basil Fawlty and opera don't usually go together - until now.
Trump unlikely hero of Hong Kong's Cantonese art form
You may have seen him in the pro wrestling ring or the Oval Office but this is a new look.
Sol3 Mio opera singer shares grief on stage
"I feel completely powerless and I refuse to believe the news," opera star tells fans.
Classical review: Endlessly inventive Magic Flute hooks audiences to the silver screen
Arts Festival pulls off major coup getting wild and wonderful Magic Flute to Auckland.
Local Focus: NZ's last Victorian Theatre needs more Friends
The Royal Wanganui Opera House still going strong. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Star musician opens APO's 2019 season
Violinist Anthony Marwood on unusual taxi rides, concentric paths and faxing masterpieces.
Mezzo J'Nai Bridges rising fast in opera world
Young African-American mezzo-soprano J'Nai Bridges is a hit in the US and Europe.
Sensational opera and beautiful aroha on the Whanganui River
Concert Opera and Aroha on The river review Thursday night Jan 17.
Placido Domingo really does own stage
Opera star gets a piece of the floor which he 'owned' throughout his career.
Kiwi's wartime existence at the 'Ellerslie of Berlin'
Civilian prisoners of war in 1914-18 Germany permitted to develop rich cultural life
Pop queens must bow to original diva
Deliciously sensuous portrait of opera superstar Callas.
Of pink elephants and evil spiders - Mozart's opera made more magical
Tabatha McFadyen explores the magic behind Auckland Arts Festival's centrepiece show.
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Montserrat Caballe a soprano of sensational majesty
Spanish singer dominated opera stages in the years after Callas.
Opera review: La boheme not to be missed
Poignancy and pathos perfectly balanced in must-see La boheme, writes William Dart.
Songs for the broken-hearted
Writers write what they know, Paul Little finds that's true for the opera La Boheme
Synchronised swimmers in opera? What NZ Opera's new general director may bring
NZ Opera's new general director talks about size, scope and the "Katya problem".
Opera meets animation in magical production
Auckland Arts Festival announces it first 2019 show, an opera with appeal for film fans.
Operatic Romeo and Juliet not as we know it
Star-crossed lovers play Romeo and Juliet in rare operatic take on tragic love story.
Song Quest victor 'shocked' by song quest win
'I was completely lost for words in shock on stage," Joel Amosa said.
Aida an entertaining night at the opera
Antonello Palombi won hearts with his rapturous "Celeste Aida", writes William Dart.
NZ singer aims for big impact in small role
Rising NZ singer Oliver Sewell on how combat skills help opera singers perfect technique.
On song: the 10 NZers competing in this year's Lexus Song Quest
Meet the 10 young hopefuls wanting to win NZ's most prestigious classical singing contest.