Tag: Metropolitan Opera
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Philadelphia honors the legacy of Marian Anderson, the first Black artist to perform at the Metropolitan Opera, with a series of events and exhibits celebrating her groundbreaking achievement, perseverance, and lasting impact on the arts and civil rights.
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All about Camille A. Brown, the first Black woman to direct and choreograph a Broadway show since Katherine Dunham in 1955. Explore her groundbreaking achievements, from her triumphant Broadway debut to pioneering work at the Metropolitan Opera.
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The remarkable journey of Marian Anderson, the first Black singer to grace the stage of the Metropolitan Opera. From facing racial discrimination to breaking barriers, her story embodies resilience and the fight for civil rights in the arts.
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Discover Limmie Pulliam’s historic performance as the first Black Radamès in Aida at the Metropolitan Opera. Learn about his triumphant return to opera after a hiatus and his upcoming reprisal of the iconic role at Tulsa Opera’s 75th…
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