University of Texas Permian Basin will host a classic Italian opera this week — with English narration. “I Pagliacci,” or “The Clowns,” takes the stage at 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 2:30 ...

Presented together, Josephine and Pagliacci explore the complex interplay between performance and personal turmoil. In Josephine, Tom Cipullo brings to life the intimate reflections of Josephine Baker ...

When it comes to challenging operatic roles for tenors, the clown troupe leader Canio in Leoncavallo Ruggero’s beloved 1892 “Pagliacci” is right up there. It requires power-singing, vocal range and ...

‘I Pagliacci,” Ruggiero Leoncavallo’s tragic tale of adultery and revenge set to glorious music, remains one of the most popular operas since it’s 1892 premiere. Still, a new adaptation enjoys all ...