Francesca Zambello
Latest News on Francesca Zambello:
Opera Montana Unveils 2025-26 Season Including RAGTIME Directed By Francesca Zambello (May 28, 2025)
Review: PORGY AND BESS at Kennedy Center (May 27, 2025)
Tickets on Sale Now for PORGY AND BESS at Houston Grand Opera (May 23, 2025)
Opera Montana Unveils 2025-26 Season Including RAGTIME Directed By Francesca Zambello (May 28, 2025)
Review: PORGY AND BESS at Kennedy Center (May 27, 2025)
Tickets on Sale Now for PORGY AND BESS at Houston Grand Opera (May 23, 2025)
BIO
Francesca Zambello is an internationally recognized and award-winning opera and theater director. Her recent theatrical credits include The Little Mermaid for Disney on Broadway, Little House on the Prairie for the Guthrie Theater, Rebecca for the Vienna Raimund Theater, West Side Story for the floating stage in Bergenz, Austria, and Showboat at The Royal Albert Hall. She is the Artistic Advisor of the San Francisco Opera where she is helming a new Ring Cycle and Porgy and Bess this season. She has many notable directing credits at the Metropolitan Opera, including An American Tragedy, Cyrano and Les Troyens, as well as at Teatro alla Scala, Royal Albert Hall, Bolshoi, Royal Opera House, Paris Opera, Washington Opera, and Chicago Lyric, among others. Her honors include three Olivier Awards, two Evening Standard Awards, two French Grand Prix des Critiques, Helpmann Award, Palme d'Or in Germany and the Golden Mask in Russia.
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Video: Watch 'Nume custode e vindice' from Verdi's AIDA at Lyric Opera of Chicago
by Joshua Wright - 2024-04-02 16:45:57
Video: Russell Thomas Performs 'Celeste Aida' from Verdi's AIDA at Lyric Opera of Chicago
by Joshua Wright - 2024-03-27 15:07:08
Video: Watch 'Triumphal March' from Verdi's AIDA at Lyric Opera of Chicago
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-03-24 14:30:32
Video: Watch a Trailer for Lyric Opera of Chicago's Production of Verdi's AIDA
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-03-10 13:28:44
VIDEO: Washington National Opera Presents The 11th Season Of American Opera Initiative Featuring Three World Premieres
by Joshua Wright - 2024-01-16 16:22:46
Video: Ryan McCartan Sings 'Something's Coming' From WEST SIDE STORY at Lyric Opera of Chicago
by Alan Henry - 2023-06-13 16:10:46
AN EVENING WITH AUDRA MCDONALD, CHAMPION & More Set for Lyric Opera of Chicago 2023/24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-03-14 14:00:20
First Look: Willemijn Verkaik Returns to the Stage in REBECCA the Musical in Vienna
by Team BWW - 2022-09-26 15:45:25
VIDEO: Works & Process at the Guggenheim On Washington National Opera's WRITTEN IN STONE
by Alan Henry - 2022-02-11 09:49:49
VIDEO: Get a Sneak Peek at Washington National Opera's RETURN VICTORIOUS! Virtual Celebration
by Stephi Wild - 2021-06-11 07:44:47
VIDEO: On This Day, January 10- Broadway Goes Under the Sea With THE LITTLE MERMAID
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-01-10 16:20:00
#TBT: Go Under the Sea with the Opening Night of THE LITTLE MERMAID on Broadway!
by Linnae Medeiros - 2019-01-10 14:56:13
VIDEO: WNO's Presents LA TRAVIATA In The Kennedy Center Opera House
by Alan Henry - 2018-10-05 11:59:52
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Washington National Opera's CANDIDE's 'Easily Assimilated'
by Alan Henry - 2018-05-21 09:15:12
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Washington National Opera's CANDIDE Starring Alek Shrader and Emily Pogorelc
by Alan Henry - 2018-05-15 18:01:08
VIDEO: On This Day, January 10- THE LITTLE MERMAID Takes Broadway Under the Sea
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-01-10 16:54:42
News
Opera Montana Unveils 2025-26 Season Including RAGTIME Directed By Francesca Zambello
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2025
Opera Montana - the state's oldest professional opera company - has revealed its 2025-2026 season, the company's 48th. See the full season and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2025
Opera Montana - the state's oldest professional opera company - has revealed its 2025-2026 season, the company's 48th. See the full season and learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: PORGY AND BESS at Kennedy Center
by David Friscic - May 27, 2025
The pivotal and star-crossed main characters and the Catfish Row community come alive in the highly influential, thought-provoking, and engrossing opera Porgy and Bess. This much discussed opera has its partisans and detractors but there is a distinct need to ponder and consider a work of this quality. This Washington National Opera production beautifully melds content and form in this story of a crippled man (Porgy) who must travel the lonely road (“When Gawd make cripple, He means him to be lonely. Night time, day time, He got to travel that lonesome road.”) to find wholeness with the easily gratified yet complex and caring Bess.
by David Friscic - May 27, 2025
The pivotal and star-crossed main characters and the Catfish Row community come alive in the highly influential, thought-provoking, and engrossing opera Porgy and Bess. This much discussed opera has its partisans and detractors but there is a distinct need to ponder and consider a work of this quality. This Washington National Opera production beautifully melds content and form in this story of a crippled man (Porgy) who must travel the lonely road (“When Gawd make cripple, He means him to be lonely. Night time, day time, He got to travel that lonesome road.”) to find wholeness with the easily gratified yet complex and caring Bess.
Tickets on Sale Now for PORGY AND BESS at Houston Grand Opera
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 23, 2025
Houston Grand Opera is now offering single tickets to all performances of the Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 23, 2025
Houston Grand Opera is now offering single tickets to all performances of the Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Interview: Theatre Life with Francesca Zambello
by Elliot Lanes - May 23, 2025
Today’s subject Francesca Zambello is currently living her theatre life as the Artistic Director of Washington National Opera (WNO). She has been in the position since 2012. Her production of Porgy and Bess begins performances this evening in the Opera House at Kennedy Center where it will play through May 31st.
by Elliot Lanes - May 23, 2025
Today’s subject Francesca Zambello is currently living her theatre life as the Artistic Director of Washington National Opera (WNO). She has been in the position since 2012. Her production of Porgy and Bess begins performances this evening in the Opera House at Kennedy Center where it will play through May 31st.
Christine Ebersole and Billy Stritch to Return to 54 Below in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2025
54 BELOW will welcome back Broadway favorite Christine Ebersole and piano virtuoso Billy Stritch in December. Learn more about the concerts and see how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2025
54 BELOW will welcome back Broadway favorite Christine Ebersole and piano virtuoso Billy Stritch in December. Learn more about the concerts and see how to purchase tickets!
Review: AMERICAN RHAPSODY at Kennedy Center
by David Friscic - May 7, 2025
An evening of the myriad modes of music that constitute the American Experience was celebrated at the Kennedy Center’s production of American Rhapsody. The evening was a rich treasure trove of the glory that is American music from opera, spirituals, modern composers, classic songwriters, and Broadway.
by David Friscic - May 7, 2025
An evening of the myriad modes of music that constitute the American Experience was celebrated at the Kennedy Center’s production of American Rhapsody. The evening was a rich treasure trove of the glory that is American music from opera, spirituals, modern composers, classic songwriters, and Broadway.
Video: Preview of WEST SIDE STORY Ahead of LA Opera Run
by Michael Major - May 5, 2025
Countless fans know and love Leonard Bernstein’s landmark work and the iconic original choreography created by the legendary Jerome Robbins. Watch the first look video now!
by Michael Major - May 5, 2025
Countless fans know and love Leonard Bernstein’s landmark work and the iconic original choreography created by the legendary Jerome Robbins. Watch the first look video now!
Interview: Theatre Life with S. Katy Tucker
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 29, 2025
Today’s subject S. Katy Tucker is currently living her theatre life as the projection designer for Washington National Opera’s (WNO) production of The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs. The production runs May 2nd through 10th in the Opera House at Kennedy Center.
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 29, 2025
Today’s subject S. Katy Tucker is currently living her theatre life as the projection designer for Washington National Opera’s (WNO) production of The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs. The production runs May 2nd through 10th in the Opera House at Kennedy Center.
MADAMA BUTTERFLY and More Set for North Carolina Opera 2025�"2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2025
After years of rising audience enthusiasm and sold-out performances, North Carolina Opera is expanding its season in 2025-2026 with three full-scale productions. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2025
After years of rising audience enthusiasm and sold-out performances, North Carolina Opera is expanding its season in 2025-2026 with three full-scale productions. Learn more!
Creators Pull FELLOW TRAVELERS Opera From Kennedy Center Lineup Amid Trump Takeover
by Joshua Wright - Mar 27, 2025
Opera Fellow Travelers has been pulled from the Kennedy Center's 2025-26 season by its creators, who objected to President Trump's leadership following his appointment as chairman. Washington National Opera’s upcoming season includes productions such as Verdi’s Aida and Scott Joplin’s Treemonisha.
by Joshua Wright - Mar 27, 2025
Opera Fellow Travelers has been pulled from the Kennedy Center's 2025-26 season by its creators, who objected to President Trump's leadership following his appointment as chairman. Washington National Opera’s upcoming season includes productions such as Verdi’s Aida and Scott Joplin’s Treemonisha.
PORGY AND BESS, MESSIAH and More Set For Houston Grand Opera 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2025
Throughout the 2025-26 season, HGO will be celebrating its beloved artistic and music director, Patrick Summers, who in May 2026 will transition to a new role. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2025
Throughout the 2025-26 season, HGO will be celebrating its beloved artistic and music director, Patrick Summers, who in May 2026 will transition to a new role. Learn more here!
PORGY AND BESS & More Set for Houston Grand Opera 2025-26 Season
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 19, 2025
Houston Grand Opera (HGO) has announced its 2025-26 season, featuring the American opera that launched HGO as a trailblazer, the Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 19, 2025
Houston Grand Opera (HGO) has announced its 2025-26 season, featuring the American opera that launched HGO as a trailblazer, the Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess.
Atlanta Opera's 'Ring' Cycle to Continue With SIEGFRIED This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2025
The Atlanta Opera will continue its 2024-25 mainstage season with General and Artistic Director Tomer Zvulun's new production of Siegfried, the third opera in Wagner's monumental Ring cycle. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2025
The Atlanta Opera will continue its 2024-25 mainstage season with General and Artistic Director Tomer Zvulun's new production of Siegfried, the third opera in Wagner's monumental Ring cycle. Learn more!
CARMEN, THE LITTLE PRINCE and More Set for Dallas Opera 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2025
Dallas Opera has revealed its 2025/2026 Season at the Winspear Opera House. The Dallas Opera’s 68th season features four mainstage productions, all new to Dallas as company or U.S. premieres. Lear more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2025
Dallas Opera has revealed its 2025/2026 Season at the Winspear Opera House. The Dallas Opera’s 68th season features four mainstage productions, all new to Dallas as company or U.S. premieres. Lear more!
STC Sets 40th Season Featuring Wendell Pierce, Bill Irwin and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2025
Shakespeare Theatre Company has revealed the lineup of its upcoming 25/26 Season, celebrating the company’s 40th season exploring classic storytelling in Washington, D.C. See the lineup and learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2025
Shakespeare Theatre Company has revealed the lineup of its upcoming 25/26 Season, celebrating the company’s 40th season exploring classic storytelling in Washington, D.C. See the lineup and learn more!
Music Director James Conlon To Depart LA Opera After 20 Years; 40th Anniversary Season Lineup Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2025
LA Opera has announced details for the company's 40th anniversary season, which will launch on September 20, 2025. In his 20th season with the company—his final season as Music Director before becoming Conductor Laureate—James Conlon will conduct three of the five mainstage productions, with other mainstage performances led by Resident Conductor Lina González-Granados and by guest conductor Dalia Stasevska.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2025
LA Opera has announced details for the company's 40th anniversary season, which will launch on September 20, 2025. In his 20th season with the company—his final season as Music Director before becoming Conductor Laureate—James Conlon will conduct three of the five mainstage productions, with other mainstage performances led by Resident Conductor Lina González-Granados and by guest conductor Dalia Stasevska.
LA TRAVIATA, THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO And More Come To Atlanta Opera for 2025-26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2025
The Atlanta Opera will embark on its 46th season in 2025-26. The season's six productions are themed to twilight and transformation, as exemplified by Carl W. Knobloch, Jr. General & Artistic Director.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2025
The Atlanta Opera will embark on its 46th season in 2025-26. The season's six productions are themed to twilight and transformation, as exemplified by Carl W. Knobloch, Jr. General & Artistic Director.
Christine Ebersole and More Join Cast Recording of JO - THE LITTLE WOMEN MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2025
Final stars have been announced to join the world premiere Studio Cast Recording of Jo - The Little Women Musical, set to release in March. Learn more about the album here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2025
Final stars have been announced to join the world premiere Studio Cast Recording of Jo - The Little Women Musical, set to release in March. Learn more about the album here!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Awards; JEKYLL & HYDE at Studio 1 Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
WEST SIDE STORY To Be Presented By Houston Grand Opera to In January
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2024
On January 31, 2025, Houston Grand Opera (HGO) will open blockbuster musical West Side Story, created by composer Leonard Bernstein, lyricist Stephen Sondheim, choreographer Jerome Robbins, and playwright Arthur Laurents.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2024
On January 31, 2025, Houston Grand Opera (HGO) will open blockbuster musical West Side Story, created by composer Leonard Bernstein, lyricist Stephen Sondheim, choreographer Jerome Robbins, and playwright Arthur Laurents.
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