The Metropolitan Opera offered its orchestra temporary payments of up to $1,543 a week in exchange for simply coming to the bargaining table. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Classical Music”
The Arts Are Coming Back This Summer. Just Step Outside.
By Gotham Rex on March 16, 2021
The return of Shakespeare to Central Park is among the most visible signs that theaters, orchestras and opera companies aim to return to the stage — outdoors. Source: New York Times
Even When the Music Returns, Pandemic Pay Cuts Will Linger
By Gotham Rex on December 17, 2020
The coronavirus crisis is leading many performing arts unions to agree to concessions, but some fear it could change the balance of power between labor and management. Source: New York Times
5 Things to Do This Weekend
By Gotham Rex on November 19, 2020
Our critics and writers have selected noteworthy cultural events to experience virtually or in person in New York City. Source: New York Times
A Conductor Becomes a Virtual-Concert Jet-Setter
By Gotham Rex on November 4, 2020
Xian Zhang, the New Jersey Symphony’s music director, has been busy even in a time of rampant concert cancellations. Source: New York Times
8 Things to Do This Halloween Weekend
By Gotham Rex on October 29, 2020
Our critics and writers have selected noteworthy cultural events to experience virtually or in person in New York City. Source: New York Times
Maurice Edwards, Busy Figure in Theater and Music, Dies at 97
By Gotham Rex on October 9, 2020
He was involved with the Brooklyn Philharmonic for many years and performed both on Broadway and off. He died of the novel coronavirus. Source: New York Times
With a Pickup Truck and an Open Mind, the Philharmonic Returns
By Gotham Rex on August 30, 2020
The NY Phil Bandwagon’s pop-up concert series, the orchestra’s first public performances since March, debuted despite rain and other obstacles. Source: New York Times
8 Things to Do This Weekend
By Gotham Rex on June 26, 2020
Our culture writers offer suggestions for what to watch or listen to, and how to celebrate Pride Month as it winds down. Source: New York Times
Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center Cancel Fall Performances
By Gotham Rex on June 18, 2020
All of New York City’s major classical music institutions will be closed at least until the end of 2020. Source: New York Times
New York Philharmonic Cancels Fall Season
By Gotham Rex on June 10, 2020
The lost performances will cost the orchestra approximately $9 million in ticket revenue. Source: New York Times