Opera Now Meetup

DEUX VOIX: Paris–Boston Reunion in Song
Experience a once-in-a-lifetime musical evening as two renowned opera divas - mezzo-soprano Nona Javakhidze and soprano Olga Lisovska reunite on stage for the first time since their conservatory days at the prestigious École Normale de Musique d’Alfred Cortot in Paris.
Following acclaimed careers on opposite sides of the Atlantic—Nona performing with prestigious opera houses across Europe including the Opéra National de Paris, and Olga dazzling audiences across the United States, including at Carnegie Hall —this reunion marks not only their long-awaited musical collaboration, but also Ms. Javakhidze's American debut.
Join them in concert at the exclusive House of Arts, a stunning private mansion in Gloucester, MA, designed by renowned artists Nicholas Shaplyko and Katerina Sorokina.
With critically-acclaimed brilliant pianist Levon Hovsepian, the program features operatic arias, beloved duets like Offenbach’s “Barcarolle” from Les Contes d’Hoffmann, French mélodies, and songs from Georgia and Ukraine.
Saturday, July 26 | 5:00 PM
The House of Arts
19 Old Salem Road, Gloucester, MA 01930
A champagne reception will follow the performance. You may choose to spend the day enjoying the coastal beauty, before arriving for an evening of exquisite music, friendship, and celebration.
Seating is limited—reserve early to be part of this rare and intimate concert event.
Tickets in Advance - $60, at the door - $70. Sponsor Tickets (reserved seating) - $100
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Reviews: Nona Javakhidze is a highly acclaimed operatic mezzo-soprano known for her versatility and powerful performances. She has received widespread acclaim for her portrayals of various roles, including Amneris, Preziosilla, and Carmen. Critics praise her vocal technique, dramatic presence, and ability to bring depth and emotion to her characters.

Applaudir/Carmen
“The volcanic sensuality of the voluptuous and fickle Carmen, played by Nona Javakhidze, was enough to intoxicate men… Nona’s voice grew in power throughout the four acts, seducing and captivating the audience.”
" Olga Lisovska had us on the edge of our seat with "O Luce di Quest'Anima" from Donizetti's Linda di Chamounix. She possesses a formidable instrument of great beauty and impressive coloratura technique, including a trill to kill." (Voce di Meche, Talents of the World Festival at Carnegie Hall)

"Lisovska embraced Cunegonde’s “Glitter and be gay” with panache, tongue-in-cheek self-pity in spoken segments, and wonderful incandescence in high-lying phrases. In this aria, she was truly “Queen of the top E-flats!” (Boston Musical Intelligencer about Olga Lisovska's performance at Jordan Hall)
"Soprano Extraordinaire" WBUR
"Mr. Hovsepian's playing is full of a real artful variety of sound and warm and honest musicality" WGBH Radio

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