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A New Opera Shines Light on Ukrainian Families Separated by War

The Metropolitan Opera, hoping to revive support for Kyiv, released an excerpt from “The Mothers of Kherson,” about abducted Ukrainian children and their relatives.

By Javier C. Hernandez

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More European Opera Houses Welcome Back Anna Netrebko

The star soprano, who lost work after Russia invaded Ukraine because of her past support of President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia, will return to the stage in Zurich and London.

By Javier C. Hernandez

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Singer Sues Met Opera Over Firing for Post-Pregnancy Vocal Problems

The mezzo-soprano Anita Rachvelishvili, who suffered vocal problems during and after pregnancy, is suing the opera company — and the union that represented her — after she lost work.

By Javier C. Hernandez

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Michael Mayer Directs a New ‘Aida’ at the Met Opera

Michael Mayer is directing the Met’s first new production of Verdi’s classic in nearly four decades, aiming for something fresh yet enduring.

By Javier C. Hernandez and OK McCausland