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Step into the shadows of an enchanting theatre, now under new management. Witness a diva who believes she has the voice to captivate, a young ingenue with undeniable talent, and a mysterious masked figure whose wrath knows no bounds when his desires go unmet. With a backdrop of secrets, intrigues, and the peril of falling chandeliers, the legend of the Phantom of the Opera unfolds before your very ears! (Summary by Karen Savage)

Based on National Book Award-winner Joyce Carol Oates' novella about the Chappaquiddick scandal, this tragic and beautiful new opera enthralls as a handsome Senator uses power to enchant, seduce, and carelessly destroy.

In the cosmopolitan Paris of the 1880s, the new proprietors of the Opera House are amused to discover that their costly acquisition is said to be haunted. But their smiles quickly vanish as tragedy follows misfortune: a murdered stagehand, a fatal accident, a missing girl. Fearful tales of the Opera Ghost race through the corridors and dressing rooms of the theatre. And with good reason - for deep in the catacombs beneath the Opera House, something is stirring.

Welcome aboard the Orriona—where the galaxy is queer-norm, found families are forged in the fire, and hope burns brightest in the darkest corners of the void. ORRIONA is a multi-voice audio drama series that weaves cinematic sci-fi action with deeply personal character journeys. No coming-out angst. No homophobia. Just grand space adventures where queer love and friendship are as natural as starlight. THE STORY SO FAR: When High Priestess Nienna's ceremonial fleet is ambushed by an ancient enemy, her last surviving Warden witnesses a desperate sacrifice that rewrites the timeline itself. ...

The Beggars Opera, penned by John Gay in 1728 and featuring music arranged by Johann Christoph Pepusch, is a brilliant ballad opera that cleverly satirizes the Italian opera craze sweeping London at the time. Instead of grand historical or mythological figures, this engaging piece tells the story of beggars, highwaymen, and women of the town, all set to the lively tunes of popular street ballads, hymns, and folk songs from the era, including melodies inspired by Handel and others. With a remarkable run of 62 performances—an astounding record for any play in 18th-century England—the opera ...

Go behind the scenes of The Atlanta Opera through in-depth interviews, thoughtful series, and informative (and witty) Opera 101s.

Jazz is a 17-year-old, sassy diva who strives to carry herself with class and dignity. But thanks to her ego-struck boyfriend and envious cousin, she soon finds out that classiness will get you nowhere but humiliated and heartbroken.

After the ‘Broadway Disher’ (Lesli Margherita) leaks news of a top secret, in-the-works, new mega musical, the Broadway community goes off-the-charts batty. Top-of-their-game Broadway Producers Cheryl Philips (Lillias White) and Steve Jones (James Monroe Iglehart), arch enemies, pounce. Who will get the rights? Will way-out-of-their-comfort-zone creators Kaye (Ashley Park) and Bobby (Michael Urie) manage to deliver a draft of the show before their marriage implodes? Will Director/Choreographer Zoey Taylor (Ariana DeBose) send the show’s budget into a free fall with her wildly ambitious ...

Welcome to GSMC Classics, where we bring you the timeless allure of classic radio dramas. Join us as we revisit the captivating world of "Betty and Bob Soap Opera," a beloved series that captured the hearts of listeners across the airwaves.In this enduring tale of romance and intrigue, we follow the enthralling journey of Betty, a dedicated secretary, and her charismatic boss, bachelor Bob Drake. From the moment they meet, sparks fly, igniting a passionate love affair that forms the cornerstone of the series.As Betty and Bob navigate the complexities of their relationship, the drama unfolds ...

The origin of the story begins in 1971 at the height of the Vietnam War and the civil rights movement when a group of activists broke into an FBI office in Media, PA. At first, the significance of their findings was overshadowed by the more famous Pentagon papers a few weeks later. The papers documented Hoover’s 50-year obsession with finding and destroying a "Black Messiah". What Hoover in his evil genius never considered was if there was a "Black Messiah" out there, he might not be Black. This is the story of Hoover's hunt, which left a trail of assassination and destruction.

Welcome to Restless Shores, a podcast that explores the intrigue surrounding Roupp Pharmaceuticals, a billion-dollar enterprise located in the coastal city of Gamote Point. At one time or another, we all find ourselves walking along Restless Shores.