Detroit Opera

OperaHere: Apartment House 1776

Hosts Arthur White and Nathalie Doucet speak with Alexander Gedeon, director of Detroit Opera's upcoming production of John Cage's Apartment House 1776, and Selena Kearney, a Coast Salish artist who will perform in the production. Join us for the performances, May 21-24 at Cranbrook Art Museum. Tickets at detroitopera.org

Detroit Opera House Presents: Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán

Host Arthur White talks to Cynthia Muñoz, producer of Mariachi Extravaganza, Jonathan Palomar, iconic mariachi guitarist and Artistic Director of Mariachi Extravaganza, and young mariachi artist Isabella Gonzalez ahead of Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán on May 9th! Bring the whole family for an unforgettable evening of passion, tradition, and music as the world’s most celebrated mariachi ensemble, Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán, takes the stage at the Detroit Opera House. Founded in 1897 in Jalisco, Mexico, and now led by musical director Carlos Martínez, Mariachi Vargas continues its extraordinary six-generation legacy of excellence—hailed across the globe as “El Mejor Mariachi del Mundo.” From timeless classics to breathtaking modern arrangements, Mariachi Vargas’ performance is a journey through the heart and soul of Mexican music. Their artistry has graced the recordings of icons like Linda Ronstadt and Luis Miguel, and their dynamic live shows blend virtuosic musicianship, soaring vocals, and infectious joy that will have you clapping, singing, and celebrating. Tickets at detroitoperahouse.org

DanceHere: Paul Taylor Dance Company

Join hosts Arthur White, Director of Audience & Community Engagement, and Kim Smith, Dance Administrator, for a conversation with Michael Novak, the second Artistic Director in the history of the Paul Taylor Dance Foundation. And make sure to join us April 11 & 12 at the Detroit Opera House for the Paul Taylor Dance Company! The program salutes the American dance icon with repertory that includes Company B, a seminal piece of Americana that recalls the turbulent era of the Great Depression through the hit songs of the Andrews Sisters, and a 50th anniversary presentation of Taylor’s masterpiece Esplanade.

OperaHere: The Handmaid's Tale

Hosts Arthur White and Nathalie Doucet dive into the world of Gilead, from the genesis of Margaret Atwood's novel to the upcoming Detroit Opera production of The Handmaid's Tale. They are joined by Brenna Corner, the director of the production, as well as Katherine Kozak, Detroit Opera's new Chorusmaster. Listen in, learn more, and make sure to get your tickets at detroitopera.org

OperaHere: Highways & Valleys [Part Two]

Join hosts Arthur White, Director of Community & Audience Engagement, and Nathalie Doucet, Detroit Opera's Head of Music and Director of the Resident Artist Program, as they chat about Detroit Opera's upcoming Highways & Valleys. In this episode, Arthur and Nathalie speak with Dr. Naomi Graber, a professor at University of Georgia and a scholar of Kurt Weill. Listen in, and make sure you tune into Part 1, focused on the music and life of William Grant Still.