Interview with Johnathan McCullough About National Youth Opera Academy
26.05.2026 | 41 min.
Johnathan McCullough joins David and Francisco Salazar on the OperaWire Podcast to speak about the acclaimed National Youth Opera Academy and his balancing his career as a singer, director and program director.
The Metropolitan Opera Crisis, the Opera Gala & Teatro La Fenice's Conductor Drama
11.05.2026 | 37 min.
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
10.04.2026 | 45 min.
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
20.03.2026 | 28 min.
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
06.03.2026 | 26 min.
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.
OperaWire founders David and Francisco Salazar Talk about the opera industry and all the latest news from around the world. They also feature guests with interesting stories and delve deeper into new operatic trends. We are the highs and lows of the opera world. The podcast is produced by Daniel Gomez and La Cuarta Productions