A recent alumna of the Academy of Vocal Arts, Chelsea Laggan is versatile actress at home in a variety of roles, utilizing her fluid, nuanced singing and velvety tone in romances, comedies, and dramas alike.
This all-Mozart program is a joyous feast of Mozart masterpieces. The title work is the celebratory Coronation Mass, so named because it became the preferred music for imperial coronations, including two Habsburg emperors. The Symphony No. 40 in g minor is one of his most celebrated and widely performed works and one of a trio of symphonies (all written within three months in 1788), considered the pinnacle of his symphonic works. Rounding out this fabulous program is the rapturous motet Exsultate, jubilate for soprano and the breathtaking Piano Concerto No. 20, in which Maestro Radu will perform as soloist while conducting from the keyboard (as did Mozart).
From its very first performance in Dublin in 1742, Messiah was a huge sensation. For more than three decades, VoxAmaDeus has presented to the Philadelphia region annual performances of Handel’s masterpiece, now a Christmas season tradition. Remaining true to Handel’s vision, this is the complete work performed on original Baroque instruments. But Maestro Radu makes a few changes each time, so no two performances are ever quite the same. This will be the 2025 edition! This year, make Messiah part of your holiday tradition—and come and be uplifted!
A special performance for families!
This reduced presentation, featuring a full orchestra, is the perfect way to introduce the young person in your life to the magic of opera!
Journey into a magical forest, where hope shines brightest in the darkest moments. With unforgettable characters and vivid musical storytelling, this beloved fairytale comes to life in Humperdinck’s lush, romantic score. At once whimsical and deeply moving, this timeless opera celebrates resilience, the power of family, and the triumph of innocence over evil.
With unforgettable characters and vivid musical storytelling, this beloved fairytale comes to life in Humperdinck’s lush, romantic score. At once whimsical and deeply moving, this timeless opera celebrates resilience, the power of family, and the triumph of innocence over evil.
With her "memorably timbred dark mezzo," Chelsea Laggan is quickly gaining attention in a variety of roles. A recent graduate of the Academy of Vocal Arts, she is a 2022 Camille Coloratura Awards Encouragement Award Winner, 2022 winner of the WRTI Giargiari Bel Canto Competition Audience Choice Award, and Third Place Winner in the New England Region of the 2022 Laffont Competition. In Spring 2022, following a successful run as Olga in Eugene Onegin at AVA, Ms. Laggan originated the role of Nelly/Heather in the concert version- world premiere of Kevin Puts’ The Hours with the Philadelphia Orchestra. Chelsea has performed a number of roles with regional companies, including Third Lady in The Magic Flute, Flora in La traviata, Alisa in Lucia di Lammermoor and Prince Orlofsky in Die Fledermaus, as well portraying leading ladies such as Dido in Dido and Aeneas, and Bradamante in Alcina with Hofstra Opera Theatre. At AVA, she sang the roles of Maddalena in Rigoletto, Marcellina in Le Nozze di Figaro, Stéphano in Roméo et Juliette, Jezibaba in Rusalka, and La Zia Principessa in Suor Angelica.
A recent alumna of the Academy of Vocal Arts, Chelsea Laggan is versatile actress at home in a variety of roles, utilizing her fluid, nuanced singing and velvety tone in romances, comedies, and dramas alike.
This all-Mozart program is a joyous feast of Mozart masterpieces. The title work is the celebratory Coronation Mass, so named because it became the preferred music for imperial coronations, including two Habsburg emperors. The Symphony No. 40 in g minor is one of his most celebrated and widely performed works and one of a trio of symphonies (all written within three months in 1788), considered the pinnacle of his symphonic works. Rounding out this fabulous program is the rapturous motet Exsultate, jubilate for soprano and the breathtaking Piano Concerto No. 20, in which Maestro Radu will perform as soloist while conducting from the keyboard (as did Mozart).
From its very first performance in Dublin in 1742, Messiah was a huge sensation. For more than three decades, VoxAmaDeus has presented to the Philadelphia region annual performances of Handel’s masterpiece, now a Christmas season tradition. Remaining true to Handel’s vision, this is the complete work performed on original Baroque instruments. But Maestro Radu makes a few changes each time, so no two performances are ever quite the same. This will be the 2025 edition! This year, make Messiah part of your holiday tradition—and come and be uplifted!
A special performance for families!
This reduced presentation, featuring a full orchestra, is the perfect way to introduce the young person in your life to the magic of opera!
Journey into a magical forest, where hope shines brightest in the darkest moments. With unforgettable characters and vivid musical storytelling, this beloved fairytale comes to life in Humperdinck’s lush, romantic score. At once whimsical and deeply moving, this timeless opera celebrates resilience, the power of family, and the triumph of innocence over evil.
With unforgettable characters and vivid musical storytelling, this beloved fairytale comes to life in Humperdinck’s lush, romantic score. At once whimsical and deeply moving, this timeless opera celebrates resilience, the power of family, and the triumph of innocence over evil.
With her "memorably timbred dark mezzo," Chelsea Laggan is quickly gaining attention in a variety of roles. A recent graduate of the Academy of Vocal Arts, she is a 2022 Camille Coloratura Awards Encouragement Award Winner, 2022 winner of the WRTI Giargiari Bel Canto Competition Audience Choice Award, and Third Place Winner in the New England Region of the 2022 Laffont Competition. In Spring 2022, following a successful run as Olga in Eugene Onegin at AVA, Ms. Laggan originated the role of Nelly/Heather in the concert version- world premiere of Kevin Puts’ The Hours with the Philadelphia Orchestra. Chelsea has performed a number of roles with regional companies, including Third Lady in The Magic Flute, Flora in La traviata, Alisa in Lucia di Lammermoor and Prince Orlofsky in Die Fledermaus, as well portraying leading ladies such as Dido in Dido and Aeneas, and Bradamante in Alcina with Hofstra Opera Theatre. At AVA, she sang the roles of Maddalena in Rigoletto, Marcellina in Le Nozze di Figaro, Stéphano in Roméo et Juliette, Jezibaba in Rusalka, and La Zia Principessa in Suor Angelica.
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