The OperaWire Podcast

The Metropolitan Opera Crisis, the Opera Gala & Teatro La Fenice's Conductor Drama

On this episode of the OperaWire Podcast, David and Francisco speak about the Metropolitan Opera's financial crisis, the opera gala, and the Saudi deal. They also speak about the Teatro La Fenice's conductor crisis. 

Conversation with "Viva Verdi" Team Christine La Monte and Yvonne Russo

David and Francisco Salazar speak to filmmakers Christine La Monte and Yvonne Russo, the team behind the Oscar nominated film "Viva Verdi!"

Opera at the Oscars, Timothée Chalamet & Tristan und Isolde

David and Francisco Salazar summarize the Oscars and how opera became a central part of the evening and give their final thoughts on Timothée Chalamet's controversial comments. They also talk about Tristan und Isolde at the Met.

Timothée Chalamet & His Opera Comments

David and Francisco Salazar discuss Timothée Chalamet's comments on opera and the response to it. They also response to how opera and film have been intertwined for many years. Additionally, they discuss the Oscars and the fact that "Viva Verdi!'s" song will not be performed. 
 
 

How to Win a Grammy

Francisco Salazar and Afton Markay speak with Primo Artists' Katy Salomon about the best strategies for winning the Grammy and the best practices for a successful campaign.  

Alan Pierson

On this episode of the OperaWire Podcast, Alan Pierson joins the Salazars to talk about the Grammys, Lady Gaga, how he fell in love with contemporary music and opera and the importance of recordings.

The Metropolitan Opera's Financial Crisis & Tristan und Isolde

On this episode, David and Francisco Salazar discuss the Metropolitan Opera's financial crisis. Plus we discuss the Oscar nominated song from "Viva Verdi!," "Heated Rivalry's" connection to opera and our experiences with "Tristan und Isolde"

Brian Jagde

Brian Jagde joins the Salazars for an in depth conversation on the industry, singing Verdi's Otello and his upcoming role debut as Lohengrin.

Sharing the Best of 2025

David and Francisco are joined by OperaWire writers Afton Markay and Jennifer Pyron to look at their operatic highlights of 2025. 
 

Sting at the Metropolitan Opera, Kennedy Center & Denyce Graves's Farewell

On this episode, we discuss the Metropolitan Opera's announcement of "The Last Ship" by Sting, Denyce Graves' farewell performance, and the continuing drama at the Kennedy Center. 
We also discuss our favorite recordings of Andrea Chenier.