Kathy Olsen is proud to announce the beginning of Encompass Arts, an idea that has taken fruition from the love and passion that she has for the world of opera. Not only a singer’s agency, Encompass Arts will have a global expanse. It will reach across Europe and utilize the many years of experience Kathy has in the classical music field. Using a “hands on” approach, Kathy will address every issue necessary to assist the singer in the development of a career.
Anthony Laciura Stars in Boardwalk Empire on HBO in September 2010
Anthony Laciura will star in the new HBO series BOARDWALK EMPIRE, directed by Martin Scorcese.
Gary Simpson Sings Hollaender at the National Theater in Bucharest
Gary will do his fourth production of Der Fliegende Hollaender in Bucharest, Romania in March.
Jesus Garcia Stars in the World Premier, "Before Night Falls"
Jesus Garcia will star in the Fort Worth Opera Production of “Before Night Falls”, written by Jorge Martin. The performances are May-June, 2010.
Anthony Laciura Returns to Phoenix Opera for Butterfly
Anthony Laciura will direct Butterfly with Phoenix Opera. The performances are February 12th and 14th, 2010
Brian Jagde sings his first WERTHER in Poland
Brian Jagde will make his European debut and role debut as Werther in Poznan, Poland in March 2010.
Marcello Giordani Encores "Marcello and Friends" in concert May 2nd, 2010
Broadway star Lisa Vroman, MET artists Rachele Gilmore and Gary Simpson join soprano, Sara Joy Miller and tenors Eric Margiore and the star tenor, Marcello Giordani, for an afternoon of song, launching the The Marcello Giordani Foundation. The concert will be Sunday afternoon, May 2nd, 2010 in Lambertville, New Jersey.
Featured Artist
“The voice booms, roars, rumbles through his 6’5” frame and bellows forth when he sings, even when he speaks, a Basso Profundo” (The Washington Post). His singing is described as “Thrilling, huge, cavernous and evokes memories of Paul Robeson and Boris Christoff rolled into one” (The Italian Voice) Mr. Thompson is at home in both opera and concert. This season 2009-2010 makes his debut with Oper Kiel in Kiel, Germany where he will perform major roles in Aida, Der Meistersinger and Faust.