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Washington National Opera

Founded in 1956 as a modest but intrepid ensemble known as the Opera Society of Washington, Washington National Opera (WNO) is today one of America’s largest opera companies. WNO draws inspiration from a rich legacy built on the values of artistic excellence, engagement with a broad community, and a thriving future for the art form of opera and its audiences. As an affiliate of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, WNO performs fall and spring seasons in the 2,200-seat Kennedy Center Opera House. WNO also offers performances on Millennium Stage and at other venues at the Center and throughout the city, and offers training, educational, and enrichment programs year-round.

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WNO Season Preview Concert 5/15/13: WNO Season Preview Concert
This performance is not available for viewing.

WNO presents highlights from its 2013–2014 season, featuring main stage artists, members of the Domingo-Cafritz Young Artist Program, and the WNO Orchestra.

 

Washington National Opera Singer Showcase 3/18/13: Washington National Opera Singer Showcase

Join WNO main stage artists and members of the Domingo-Cafritz Young Artist Program as they offer an “up close and personal” performance featuring an assortment of arias and ensembles.

Washington National Opera Singer Showcase

Join WNO main stage artists and members of the Domingo-Cafritz Young Artist Program as they offer an “up close and personal” performance featuring an assortment of arias and ensembles.
WNO Season Preview Concert 5/23/12: WNO Season Preview Concert
This performance is not available for viewing.

Mezzo-soprano Sonia Ganassi, bass-baritone Andrew Foster-Williams, members of the Domingo-Cafritz Young Artist Program, and the WNO Orchestra conducted by Emmanuel Villaume offer a sampling from WNO’s upcoming 2012–2013 season.

Washington National Opera 11/14/09: Washington National Opera

In conjunction with Opera Week (Nov. 13-22), the Washington National Opera presents an “informance” of how the orchestra accompanies singers, using excerpts from The Marriage of Figaro.

Washington National Opera

In conjunction with Opera Week (Nov. 13-22), the Washington National Opera presents an “informance” of how the orchestra accompanies singers, using excerpts from The Marriage of Figaro.

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