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As Women's History Month and National Reading Month comes to a close, it's important to take a moment to reflect on the remarkable achievements of women throughout history. One woman whose story deserves recognition is Shirley Verrett, an African American opera singer who broke barriers in the music industry. Verrett's life and career are chronicled in the book " I Never Walk Alone: The Autobiogra...

I am so excited to speak with international tenor Jordan Pitts. We are discussing a somewhat taboo topic that a lot of people in this business don't discuss (in public at least), competition, and how to be a good colleague. Mr. Pitts has been recognized for his "heroic", "passionate" and "bewitching" performances both on the operatic stage, as well as in concert. He has made guest appearances on N...

This was a really fun episode! I invited writer, Armaan Babu to discuss the similarities and differences between the White Lotus compared to Madame Butterfly! Full transparency: I have not seen season 2 of The White Lotus, and he had not seen the opera, Madame Butterly. So I thought it would be fun to merge notes!  Armaan Babu is a freelance writer and nerdy pop culture critic, who writes about vi...

Update about the English National Opera Black History Month: Celebrating African American Opera Singers  Tips on how to advocate for yourself! Today's podcast is brought to you by Wow Skin Science  Order today and save up top 75% OFF. Get an additional 10%  Host Bri Cooper   Shop Harbour for the Arts™   NEW SPONSOR ALERT! Bonheur Jewelry   Thanks to our partners at THRIVE MARKET ! J...

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If you have not been keeping up with the Arts Council's latest budget slash in England, I have the details for you! This time we are talking about Glyndebourne Opera! If you don't know it, look it up you will be amazed at the work they do. I seriously hope to sing there one day. A question I always get is how I started singing opera. In this episode, I am going to share that story, as well as why...

Welcome to Harbour for the Arts! Where opera, the performing, and creative arts, meet lifestyle". When was the last time you played? I'm talking about summer camp or recess played? As a classical singer, there is so much value in being creative through your craft. Today I am talking to Bert Menninga. He is not a performer, but more a lover of the arts!  While watching his TikToks I started asking...

Thanks so much for joining me for today’s special episode. A holiday episode including what I’m watching on TV, special holiday traditions, and what’s going on with the English National Opera. You can follow me on Instagram at Harbour r for the Arts Tik-tok, Bri Cooper mezzo soprano Host Bri Cooper   Shop Harbour for the Arts™   NEW SPONSOR ALERT! Bonheur Jewelry   Thanks to our par...

In today's episode, I am discussing some topics that are considered taboo as an opera singer. However, they are the same topics that cause a great deal of stress in the lives of opera singers everywhere. From deciding to start a family while being a performing artist to being lonely on the road while touring.    Host Bri Cooper   Shop Harbour for the Arts™   NEW SPONSOR ALERT! Bonheur Je...

Josefsberg’s Broadway credits include  The Prom, Waitress, Act of God, Honeymoon in Vegas, Motown, The Wedding Singer, Les Miserables  and  Grease . He received a Drama League nomination for his performance in off-Broadway’s  Altar Boyz  and counts playing Arthur “The Fonz” Fonzarelli in  The Mork and Mindy Story  among his favorite screen roles. Guest: David Josefsberg Host: Bri Cooper  Host Bri...

Opera America created a virtual time capsule. Participants shared why they love opera and their experience with opera.    How do you deal with being a performing artist? Host Bri Cooper   Shop Harbour for the Arts™   NEW SPONSOR ALERT! Bonheur Jewelry   Thanks to our partners at THRIVE MARKET ! Join today and get 30% off your first order as well as a gift up to $60. Visit www.thrive...

Today’s episode of Harbor for the arts we are getting the latest update regarding Anna Netrebko, The Metropolitan Opera, and  How will Smith’s antics at the Oscars really does have something to do with the mental health of every performing artist Host Bri Cooper Host Bri Cooper   Shop Harbour for the Arts™   NEW SPONSOR ALERT! Bonheur Jewelry   Thanks to our partners at THRIVE MARKE...

What the Tinder Swindler and the Performing Arts have in Common.  Host Bri Cooper  Spotify Verified Artist Bri Cooper Instagram HARBOUR FOR THE ARTS Host Bri Cooper   Shop Harbour for the Arts™   NEW SPONSOR ALERT! Bonheur Jewelry   Thanks to our partners at THRIVE MARKET ! Join today and get 30% off your first order as well as a gift up to $60. Visit www.thrivemarket.com/bricooperm...

The new opera about Emmit Till makes Black Twitter feel some sort of way what is Insanity as a performing and creative artist? TECH -Sorry I had to complete half of the show at a later time due to an interface issue. If you are wondering about the audio half way through.  Instagram and Facebook: Bri Cooper Mezzo Soprano Spotify Verified Artist: Bri Cooper website: www.bricooper.net   Host Bri Coop...

The Metropolitan Opera issues a statement the value of picking a side What to do in the meantime as a performing artist. Host Bri Cooper   Shop Harbour for the Arts™   NEW SPONSOR ALERT! Bonheur Jewelry   Thanks to our partners at THRIVE MARKET ! Join today and get 30% off your first order as well as a gift up to $60. Visit www.thrivemarket.com/bricoopermezzo   What's up! https...

Entertainer, Podcast Host, Author, and Entertainment Expert, Dane Reis has traveled the world and assists performing artists and  entertainers book more jobs, nailing their auditions, and getting noticed by using my specific process to create long-term, successful entertainment careers.  Dane knows It takes much more than talent to create a successful entertainment career. After 17 years working a...

Happy belated new year I hope it is starting off to be great. Today’s episode it’s about well and you start a reset whatever you wanna call it I hope you enjoy this new format. By the way did anyone happen to see the world premiere Opera at Portland Opera? You can contact me at Harbor for the arts@gmail.com follow me on Instagram and Facebook  @BriCooperMezzo  Don’t forget to check out my website...

There are so many artists that do not realize the amazing tax incentives available to artists and business owners, but artists do not know where to look. I am going to share that information with you. I am also going to talk about the book I am reading The Other Black Girl, and The Metropolitan Opera! Host Bri Cooper   Shop Harbour for the Arts™   NEW SPONSOR ALERT! Bonheur Jewelry &nbsp...

Today’s episode is brought to you by Thrive Market. Visit www.thrivemarket.com/bricooper to receive a free gift up to $25. Dramatic  basso profondo ,  Edwin Jhamal Davis  is a proud native of Utica, MS. He is an alumnus of Jackson State University where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology Pre/Medicine with dual minors in Chemistry and Music. While at Jackson state, he studied voice under th...

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Today's episode is brought to you by Papa John's of DC, Maryland and Virginia! Purchase a pizza  and use the code  OPERA to purchase a pizza in DC Maryland and Virginia and Papa Johns will contribute 25% of total sales to a performing artist or organization in our area now through March 31!  Once you order a pizza, log into my website using Opera2021 enjoy your pizza and watch the interview and co...

Today's guest is Italy's critically acclaimed Soprano, Elisabeth Agnethe Anderson. Mrs. Anderson  currently lives in Italy and has sung at some of the most prestigious opera houses in the world. Today we will be talking about her career as an opera singer in  Italy, how the pandemic has affected the cultural scene in  Italy, and her family.   Email me if you would like a link to the show and you d...

Thank you to our sponsor Papa Johns Pizza. We are partnering to support performing artists  in the Washington DC Metropolitan Area between January 24, 2021 and March 31, 2021!  25% of sales using the promo code OPERA will go to  support the performing arts in our area.  Order a pizza between January 24 and March 31 using  the promo code OPERA. Email 728productions@gmail.com with your proof of purc...

Hannah Nacheman ( @maestra_hannah ) is a choral conductor, vocalist, and educator based in New York City. A lifelong musician and arts advocate, Hannah has performed on many prestigious stages including Alice Tully Hall, David Geffen Hall, the David H. Koch Theater of Lincoln Center, The Kennedy Center, and Carnegie Hall. Hannah currently serves as Conducting Fellow to The Choral Society at Grace...

🌸 Episode: The performing and creative arts space has been one of the hardest hit sectors According to America for the Arts Artists performing and creative artists are among the most severely affected workers by the COVID-19 crisis. 62% have become fully unemployed. Nationally, our sector is  expected  to lose $50.6 billion in income in 2020. Findings are based on 19,600 survey responses. 94% of...