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Boston Classical Orchestra Shuts Its Doors After Three Decades

In yet another most unfortunate announcement, another classical organization has succumbed to a lack of financial support. The Boston Classical Orchestra has filed for bankruptcy after more than three decades of programming.
  • Paris Opera Ballet Elects to Stay Quiet on Benjamin Millepied Departure

    The Paris Opera Ballet is without a director of dance since Benjamin Millepied decided to step down for problems in dealing with the company's internal politics. In a press conference, Millepied and the ballet remained tight-lipped on the reasons for the choreographer's departure.
  • Victoria Clark & Kelli O'Hara Perform ‘Dido and Aeneas’ After ‘A Light at The Plaza’ Reunion

    It was recently announced the original cast of the hit Broadway musical 'A Light at The Plaza' will reunite for a special one night only reunion benefit performance for the Lincoln Center. Now, it has been revealed that Kelli O’Hara and Victoria Clark will also been reuniting for a brand new production of 'Dido and Aeneas.' The Opera written by Henry Purcell (music) and Nahum Tate (libretto), will also star Anna Christy and Elliot Madore. The production will also feature the world premiere of a companion piece by Michael John LaChiusa ('The Wild Party' *Broadway).