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Verdi’s 'La Traviata' This Saturday on WHRO FM 90.3

Renée Fleming as Violetta in Verdi's 'La Traviata.' Photo: Ken Howard/Metropolitan Opera
Ken Howard
Renée Fleming as Violetta in Verdi's 'La Traviata.' Photo: Ken Howard/Metropolitan Opera

Join us on WHRO FM 90.3 this Saturday at 1 p.m. for a captivating broadcast of Verdi’s beloved opera, “La Traviata,” as part of The Metropolitan Opera’s 2024-25 Saturday matinee series.

This week marks the launch of the Met’s exciting new Artist’s Choice series, where renowned opera stars select unforgettable performances from the Met archives. The inaugural edition is curated by soprano Angel Blue, who pays tribute to one of her greatest inspirations, Renée Fleming, with a stellar 2007 performance of “La Traviata.” In this cherished production, Fleming takes on the role of Violetta, the Parisian courtesan who sacrifices everything for love, alongside tenor Matthew Polenzani as Alfredo, the man who dreams of a future with her. Baritone Dwayne Croft rounds out the cast as Giorgio Germont, Alfredo’s stern father. Marco Armiliato leads the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra and Chorus in Verdi’s timeless score.

Don’t miss this extraordinary performance this Saturday at 1 p.m. on WHRO FM 90.3, or listen online for an unforgettable experience.

As the Assistant Radio Producer at WHRO FM 90.3, Aurora contributes to the production of our classical music programs, extending her expertise to both WHRO and WHRV. Her journey in media began at a regional radio station in Valencia, Spain, before transitioning to television, where she spent nearly 20 years producing a variety of formats, from news to game shows and reality TV. In 2023, Aurora relocated to Hampton Roads, bringing her diverse media experience to this vibrant community and becoming an integral part of the WHRO team.