Three Perspectives: Today’s Hottest Opera News, With Resources for Singers

Opera lovers woke up this morning to a vibrant landscape of news from three corners of the international stage. Today, we look at the top stories—drawing on official announcements, deeper press reviews, and fan reactions—and include resources from IPA Source, the essential database for IPA translations and pronunciation guides on classical vocal music.

1. Nadine Sierra’s Multi-City Mexican Concert Series

• Official News: Nadine Sierra launches a November concert and masterclass series in Mexico City and Torreón with pianist Ángel Rodríguez. Her programs will blend classical arias, musical theater favorites, and Mexican/Latin American vocal works. Sierra is also featured in a new production of Verdi’s Luisa Miller at the Wiener Staatsoper.
  • Read the official announcement on Opera World^[1]
• Critical & Fan Viewpoints: Sierra receives critical acclaim for her creativity and vocal beauty (OperaWire coverage). Instagram showcases fan excitement and Sierra’s own tour updates (Nadine Sierra’s official Instagram).^[2]

IPA Source Links:

• Bellini’s La Sonnambula:
  • “Ah! Non credea mirarti…Ah, non giunge”
  • “Come per me sereno”
  • “Tutto è gioia, tutto è festa”
  • “Tutto è sciolto… Ah! perché non posso odiarti”
  • “Vi ravviso o luoghi ameni”
• Verdi’s Luisa Miller:
  • “Il mio sangue, la vita darei”
  • “Lo vidi, e’l primo palpito”
  • “Quando le sere al placido… L’ara, o l’avello apprestami”
  • “Sacra la scelta è d’un consorte… Ah! fu giusto il mio sospetto!”
  • “Tu puniscimi, o Signore… A brani, a brani, o perfido”

2. Metropolitan Opera’s “La Sonnambula” Starring Xabier Anduaga and Nadine Sierra

• Artist Profile: Forbes features Xabier Anduaga , reflecting on his role at the Met and sharing tips for vocal health.^[3]
• Critical Review: Read the New York Times review of the Met’s new production , highlighting the thrilling staging and Sierra’s magnetic presence.^[3]
• Fan Buzz: Audience reactions, commentary, and excitement are captured across X (Twitter): See live fan reactions.

IPA Source Links:

• Bellini’s La Sonnambula:
  • “Ah! Non credea mirarti…Ah, non giunge”
  • “Come per me sereno”
  • “Tutto è gioia, tutto è festa”
  • “Tutto è sciolto… Ah! perché non posso odiarti”
  • “Vi ravviso o luoghi ameni”

3. The 2025 International Opera Awards — Athens Hosts the “Opera Oscars”

• Official & Press Announcements:
  • Read the official event announcement^[4]
  • See OperaWire coverage^[4]
  • Full details at Greek National Opera

Notable Opera Reference:

• Dvořák’s Rusalka, “Song to the Moon”:
  • “Song to the Moon”

“Song to the Moon” is in Czech and is not available on IPA Source. For a word-for-word translation and IPA transcription, please see:

Singing in Czech: A Guide to Czech Lyric Diction and Vocal Repertoire by Dr. Timothy Cheek

ISBN: 0-8108-4003-0
ISBN-13: 978-0-8108-4003-4

Wrapping up:

Opera’s global energy shines in these stories—connecting premieres, educational outreach, and inspiring vocal artistry. The IPA Source links above empower singers and teachers to engage deeply with the repertoire making headlines around the world.  For further exploration, visit IPA Source’s complete opera catalog.

1. https://opera-world.net/music_news/acclaimed-soprano-nadine-sierra-brings-multi-city-mexican-concert-series-this-november/
2. https://operawire.com/nadine-sierra-returns-to-mexico-for-two-concerts/
3. https://www.forbes.com/sites/shivanivora/2025/10/13/met-operas-la-sonnambula-star-xabier-anduaga-talks-travel-and-opera/
4. https://www.ticketservices.gr/event/gno-international-opera-awards-2025/?lang=en