Vertical Player Repertory

12/31/2021

A Love Story for the New Year - https://mailchi.mp/vpropera.org/a-love-story-for-the-new-year

09/21/2021

Two years ago—just love these shots by Chris Walker.

06/25/2021

VOTING RIGHTS from The Constitution, A Secular Oratorio by Benjamin Yarmolinsky

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CBNpe7UBQuE

"The right of citizens of the United States, who are eighteen years of age or older, to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any s...

06/12/2021

The Mute Child - https://mailchi.mp/vpropera.org/the-virtual-constitution-4793661

05/16/2021

Want to hone your opera performance skills with Judith Barnes, Felix Jarrar, Peter Szep, and masterclasses with Anthony Roth Costanzo and Francesca Mondonaro? Please check out the program at the Brooklyn Music School.

05/14/2021

Summer Vocal Arts — Brooklyn Music School

MAKE YOUR CABARET DEBUT!!
Felix Jarrar and Peter Szep teaching a Cabaret Workshop that culminates in a showcase at legendary Don't Tell Mama on Saturday June 26th through the Brooklyn Music School! Sessions twice a week in June.

An intensive summer program in professional-level opera training, vocal arts & performance

02/18/2021

Hayden DeWitt & Vita Wallace: Let’s Take a Walk (Through Meadow, Grove, and Thrift Shop)

The gorgeous mezzo soprano Hayden DeWitt in concert with the brilliant Vita Wallace, with a special guest appearance by Margaret Cuonzo. Music of many composers, including dear Mark Ettinger 💜 Live on YouTube now!

Hayden DeWitt, mezzo sopranoVita Wallace, piano & accordionMargaret Cuonzo, ukuleleTexts and translations: http://whataneighborhood.blog/wp-content/uploads/2...

01/16/2021

IMPEACHMENT - https://mailchi.mp/vpropera.org/the-virtual-constitution-3589746

12/31/2020

HOPE (and corrected link 😌) - https://mailchi.mp/vpropera.org/the-virtual-constitution-3585910

12/31/2020

HOPE - https://mailchi.mp/vpropera.org/the-virtual-constitution-3579314

11/28/2020

GRACIAS A LA VIDA

For anyone joining us for tonight’s performance the viewing link has changed. Please see the livestream here: https://youtu.be/dxZatx8LbnQ.

Vertical Player Repertory presents GRACIAS A LA VIDA Maria Brea, soprano Colby Charnin, piano An intimate program of traditional Sephardic songs on the theme...

11/28/2020

See the livestream here: https://youtu.be/dxZatx8LbnQ

GRACIAS A LA VIDA: Streaming live today at 5:00PM! - https://youtu.be/dxZatx8LbnQ

11/28/2020

GRACIAS A LA VIDA: Streaming live today at 5:00PM! - https://youtu.be/dxZatx8LbnQ

11/26/2020

GRACIAS A LA VIDA: A free concert presented in gratitude on Thanksgiving weekend - https://youtu.be/dxZatx8LbnQ

11/24/2020

My pregnancy experience, twin pregnancy and being an opera singer

The wonderful soprano Maria Brea talks about singing professionally while carrying twins. She has one more gig scheduled before settling down to welcome them to the world, and we’re so honored that it is with Vertical Player Repertory this Saturday at 5pm. It will be an intimate recital accompanied by her husband Colby Charnin and streamed live on YouTube. Don’t miss it, this woman sings like an angel!

Hola a todos! My name is Maria Brea and I am an opera singer. I live in NYC and I am expecting twins. I hope you find this video useful for your own journey....

11/20/2020

GRACIAS A LA VIDA: Maria Brea and Colby Charnin live in recital - https://mailchi.mp/vpropera.org/the-virtual-constitution-3571606

11/02/2020

MIRANDA RIGHTS - https://mailchi.mp/vpropera.org/the-virtual-constitution-3321426

"You have the right to remain silent..." proudly presenting EMMY winning soprano Adrienne Danrich in Ben Yarmolinsky's setting.

10/27/2020

VOTING RIGHTS from The Constitution, A Secular Oratorio by Benjamin Yarmolinsky

#VOTE!!! It has been over 200 years since the Constitution was written and access to voting is still not given to all citizens of this country. It's a long, hard road to equality under the law.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CBNpe7UBQuE

The right of citizens of the United States, who are eighteen years of age or older, to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any st...

10/27/2020

VOTING RIGHTS - https://mailchi.mp/vpropera.org/the-virtual-constitution-3319566

10/25/2020

THE VIRTUAL CONSTITUTION (and other offerings) - https://mailchi.mp/vpropera.org/the-virtual-constitution

10/02/2020

THE VIRTUAL CONSTITUTION: The VPR Chorus and Soloists from the original Constitution cast are back at work under the direction of conductor Peter Szep and artistic director Judith Barnes, making videos of selected Articles and Amendments from Ben Yarmolinsky’s setting of the text of the United States Constitution, including those addressing Voting Rights, Treason, Cruel and Unusual Punishment and others. We’re also collaborating with the Grace Chorale under Jason Asbury to record the 5th and 6th Amendments with orchestra. More info coming soon! Fab photos courtesy of Chris Walker.

09/09/2020

Vocal Arts — Brooklyn Music School

Last year, Judith Barnes' and Peter Szep's Opera Worskhop at the Brooklyn Music School was live onstage. This year, we are going virtual!

There are a few spots left in this wonderful immersion into opera performance. With masterclasses by the amazing Anthony Roth Costanzo, Francesca Mondanaro, Margi Sharp Douglas, Deborah Houston, and a core team of Judith, Peter, and Felix Jarrar, this is going to be a very rich experience. We have a few spots left and there are partial scholarships available as well. It starts Sept 14 and meets twice a week though Oct 15.

Singers, come and sing with us! Teacher friends, please let your talented students know about this opportunity!

https://www.brooklynmusicschool.org/summer-vocal-arts-opera-cabaret-training-program

An intensive summer program in professional-level opera training, vocal arts & performance

06/15/2020

Roland Burks in The Constitution, photo Christine Walker

04/29/2020

From Judith: I miss you! 💌 - https://mailchi.mp/vpropera.org/gmwv35kf6k-3202597

02/11/2020

Europa's Opera: Three Acts: Panel Discussion with Producers

Artistic director Judith Barnes will be speaking about the pleasures and pitfalls of directing opera on a panel Wednesday 6:00 PM at Deutsches Haus NYU in some distinguished company, including Philip Schneidman of the little OPERA theatre of new york, Dorian Bandy, and Harvey Sachs. Come for a foretaste of VPR's upcoming production of Le Pauvre Matelot and excerpts of Les Mamelles de Tiresias in March!

https://as.nyu.edu/deutscheshaus/cultural-program/events/Spring2020/europa-s-opera--three-acts--panel-discussion-with-producers.html

Deutsches Haus at NYU hosts a panel discussion about Europa's Opera: Three Acts among Philip Shneidman, Dorian Bandy, and Judith Barnes, which will be moderated by Harvey Sachs. This conversation is part of Europa's Opera: Three Acts, which showcases productions by three of New York City’s most ...

12/31/2019

We're on the cusp! - https://mailchi.mp/vpropera.org/gmwv35kf6k-3032921

12/24/2019

Thank You to All and Happy Holidays - https://mailchi.mp/vpropera.org/gmwv35kf6k-3029161

11/19/2019

Good times at the Blue Building! Was it really so long ago!?!

The Dwarf by Yoav Gal, directed by Doug Fitch. Performances Nov 21 & 23. Rehearsal shots by Andrei Severny

11/10/2019

Today at 4:00 pm! Tix still available at the door! Beth Anne Hatton and Brian Mountford performing Beyond the Fair, a vocal recital Behind the Door- https://mailchi.mp/vpropera.org/gmwv35kf6k-3020785

11/09/2019

Vertical Player Repertory

11/09/2019

Vertical Player Repertory's cover photo

10/31/2019

Beyond the Fair, an intimate afternoon of song- https://mailchi.mp/vpropera.org/gmwv35kf6k-3012881

09/28/2019

Final performance tonight! - https://mailchi.mp/vpropera.org/gmwv35kf6k-3004593

09/27/2019

The Constitution: A Secular Oratorio by Benjamin Yarmolinsky

Great excitement to be singing the words of the Constitution this week as events unfold in our country. Audiences and performers both are energized and empowered! It is a powerful affirmation #knowyourrights

We are still in the middle of a fundraiser to support the production. Please contribute if you can. All the money goes to our wonderful performers!

https://www.crowdrise.com/o/en/campaign/the-constitution-a-secular-oratorio-by-benjamin-yarmolinsky

Exciting News! We met and exceeded our initial $2,500 goal! We have now raised our sights to a new goal of $4,500 and four more performances in September, including Constitution Day on September 17th. The whole cast is very excited about getting back together as it has ...

09/26/2019

Weekend Art Events: September 27-29 (DUMBO Drop, Ladies Of Sorrow, Bare Men & More) - BKLYNER

Weekend Art Events: September 27-29 (DUMBO Drop, Ladies Of Sorrow, Bare Men & More) - BKLYNER

Enjoy the first weekend of fall with exhibits, movies, opera, and more. Morbid Anatomy returns for another pop-up exhibit at Green-Wood Cemetery and the Brooklyn Public Library is hosting an open house. If you’re looking to get outdoors and enjoy the autumn weather, click here for our list of fest...