Episodes

  • S6 Ep8: 5 Things to Know: Turandot

    S6 Ep8: 5 Things to Know: Turandot
    Apr 24 2026

    In the 5 Things to Know podcast, we break down the essential ideas behind great operas—five quick insights that unlock the story, the music, and why it still matters today.

    In this episode, assistant director Gregory Luis Boyle joins us to explore Turandot, the final masterpiece of Giacomo Puccini. Opening on April 25, 2026—exactly 100 years to the day after its world premiere—this centennial production revisits one of the world’s most iconic operas, featuring the unforgettable aria “Nessun dorma.”

    This bold new production moves beyond tradition to focus on themes of power, violence, and agency. Set within a striking, abstract world inspired by Bauhaus design, the stage becomes a living puzzle—where Turandot’s three riddles are reflected symbolically in the visual language. The result is a fantasy landscape where larger-than-life ideas are expressed through music, movement, and design.

    For nearly a century, one question has lingered: how should Turandot end? When Puccini died before completing the opera, he left that final transformation unresolved. This production takes on that challenge directly, offering a newly reimagined conclusion drawn from Puccini’s own music—an ending that is bold, powerful, and thought-provoking.

    Whether you’re new to opera or returning to this legendary work, these five insights will change the way you experience Turandot.

    Turandot
    April 25–May 3, 2026
    Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre
    The Atlanta Opera
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    13 mins
  • S6 Ep7: BlinkOpera: Turandot

    S6 Ep7: BlinkOpera: Turandot
    Apr 21 2026
    Welcome to BlinkOpera from The Atlanta Opera, where we bring you the story in the blink of an eye. In this episode, we dive into Turandot with the trio of singers who know its twists and turns better than anyone; Ping, Pang, and Pong. Joining us are Eleomar Cuello, Wayd Odle, are Terrence Chin-Loy who take on the challenge of delivering the entire epic story of riddles, romance, and transformation. Don't miss this deep dive into the world of Turandot.
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    9 mins
  • S6 Ep6: 5 Things: The Marriage of Figaro

    S6 Ep6: 5 Things: The Marriage of Figaro
    Mar 16 2026

    In 5 Things, we break down the essential ideas behind great operas—five quick insights that unlock the story, the music, and why it still matters today.

    In this episode, we explore The Marriage of Figaro, the sparkling masterpiece by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and librettist Lorenzo Da Ponte. Set during a single chaotic day, servants outwit their master, lovers test each other’s loyalty, and disguises, secrets, and mistaken identities collide in one of opera’s greatest comedies.

    From the opera’s daring social satire to its breathtaking ensembles, production director Stephen Lawless will reveal the five things that make Figaro one of the most beloved works ever written—and why its wit, humanity, and revolutionary spirit still resonate today. Whether you’re new to opera or a longtime fan, these five insights will help you hear—and see—Figaro in a whole new way.

    The Marriage of Figaro
    March 14, 17, 20, 22, 2026
    The Atlanta Opera
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    8 mins
  • S6 Ep5: BLINKopera: The Marriage of Figaro at The Atlanta Opera

    S6 Ep5: BLINKopera: The Marriage of Figaro at The Atlanta Opera
    Mar 11 2026
    Season 6, Episode 5
    Baritone Luke Sutliff hosts our podcast that dives into the plot of "The Marriage of Figaro." Featured as Count Almaviva in the 2026 production by The Atlanta Opera, Sutliffe unravels the twists and turns of Mozart's comic masterpiece.
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    6 mins
  • S6 Ep4: BlinkOpera: La traviata with Anthony Clark Evans

    S6 Ep4: BlinkOpera: La traviata with Anthony Clark Evans
    Nov 7 2025
    Welcome to BlinkOpera, the Atlanta Opera’s bite-sized journey into the heart of great storytelling. In this episode, baritone Anthony Clark Evans guides us through the sweeping emotion and dramatic power of Giuseppe Verdi’s La Traviata—one of the most beloved works in the operatic canon.

    Evans walks us into the glittering world of Parisian high society, where the radiant courtesan Violetta Valéry discovers a love that promises renewal yet demands impossible sacrifice. With warmth and insight, he unpacks the opera’s unforgettable moments: the effervescent brilliance of “Sempre libera,” the tenderness of Violetta and Alfredo’s countryside idyll, and the heartbreaking intensity of the final act.

    Whether you’re discovering La Traviata for the first time or returning to a longtime favorite, this quick dive illuminates why Verdi’s masterpiece continues to move audiences around the world. Let’s begin.
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    7 mins
  • S6 Ep3: 5 Things to Know: La Traviata with Evan Rogister

    S6 Ep3: 5 Things to Know: La Traviata with Evan Rogister
    Nov 6 2025
    Welcome to 5 Things to Know, the Atlanta Opera’s quick, insightful guide to the essential elements behind each production. In this episode, we focus on Giuseppe Verdi’s La traviata, ahead of performances on November 8, 11, 14, and 16, 2025, at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre.

    Your guide today is conductor Evan Rogister, who distills the five most important aspects of this beloved masterpiece—what to listen for, what to watch for, and why this opera continues to captivate audiences around the world. Rogister explores the emotional depth of Violetta’s journey, the dramatic power of Verdi’s score, the social tensions driving the plot, and the moments of musical brilliance that define the work.

    Whether you’re preparing for your first visit or brushing up before returning to a favorite, this episode offers a clear, engaging roadmap to enrich your experience of La traviata. Let’s get started.
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    9 mins
  • S6 Ep2: 5 Things Series | "Fiddler on the Roof" with Gregory Luis Boyle

    S6 Ep2: 5 Things Series | "Fiddler on the Roof" with Gregory Luis Boyle
    Sep 15 2025
    Five Things is your quick guide to the world of opera, theater, and the stories that bring them to life. Each episode highlights five key insights—whether it’s what makes a classic like Fiddler on the Roof timeless, or the behind-the-scenes details that shape a new production.

    In this episode, special guest Gregory Luis Boyle shares five essential things to know about Fiddler on the Roof, offering fresh perspectives on why Tevye’s tale of tradition, family, and change still resonates today.

    Smart, engaging, and approachable, Five Things is designed for both newcomers and longtime fans who want to see familiar works in a new light. Subscribe and discover how five simple takeaways can open the door to a deeper appreciation of the arts.
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    8 mins
  • S6 Ep1: BLINK OPERA presents "Fiddler on the Roof" with Itzik Cohen as Tevye

    S6 Ep1: BLINK OPERA presents "Fiddler on the Roof" with Itzik Cohen as Tevye
    Sep 13 2025
    Step into the world of Fiddler on the Roof like never before. In this special podcast from The Atlanta Opera and Alliance Theatre, acclaimed actor Itzik Cohen (Fauda, The Women’s Balcony) takes on the role of Tevye—not just to sing and speak on stage, but to personally tell you his story.

    Shared entirely in the first person as Tevye, this intimate retelling brings you inside the humor, hardship, and hope of a man trying to hold onto tradition while the world around him changes. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering the tale for the first time, this podcast offers a fresh, moving way to experience one of the most beloved musicals of all time.

    Subscribe now and walk a mile in Tevye’s boots.
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    7 mins