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French tenor - @dgclassics artist - @rolex ambassador

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Benjamin Bernheim
2 years
Today in @nytimes
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9 months
Who knows which opera this aria is from? I haven’t performed this role yet, but loved working on the aria for my recent concert in Luxembourg with the Solistes Européens. Conductor: Christoph König
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Benjamin Bernheim
5 years
I’ll be pouring more champagne tonight at @operadeparis for our third performance of ‘La traviata.’ (Photo: Charles Duprat/OnP, Video: OnP)
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Benjamin Bernheim
2 years
Ben v. Homer…who sang it better? #opera #laboheme @ClassicFM
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Benjamin Bernheim
6 months
I am thrilled to be back @metopera to sing one of my favorite roles, Romeo - this time in @bartlett .sher classically beautiful production of "Romeo and Juliette", under the baton of @nezetseguin ! We open this Thursday, March 7th ! 📹📸: Pete Scalzitti & Marty Sohl/ Met Opera
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Benjamin Bernheim
7 months
Werther opens tonight @operzuerich !
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7 months
Behind-the-scenes footage from our rehearsals for “Werther” at @operzuerich ! This role is very special to me, and I am looking forward to our opening on January 19th!
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Benjamin Bernheim
2 years
I am happy to return to the @SbgFestival this summer on August 19th with Sarah Tysman. Our program includes Schumann’s “Dichterliebe,” and a selection French and German art songs. 🎥: rehearsals with @MathieuPordoy
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Benjamin Bernheim
9 months
I am always happy to perform French repertoire, and it is especially an honor to share this repertoire with the audience at @operadeparis . Tonight, we begin our run of “Les Contes d’Hoffmann” with a wonderful cast, lead by Eun Sun Kim.
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Benjamin Bernheim
8 months
I love how Hofmann’s first aria switches from comedy to heartfelt in a moment…there is so much to explore in this piece from an acting and musical perspective. It is a role I will continue exploring for seasons to come.
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Benjamin Bernheim
2 years
Tonight: my debut @metopera ! It is an honor to sing at such a legendary house, & to introduce myself to #NewYork . I will be singing Duca alongside @RosaFeolaSinger as Gilda, & Quinn Kelsey in the title role while @speranzascapp leads from the @METOrchestra from the pit.
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Benjamin Bernheim
1 year
Roméo is a role I have been dreaming about singing for over a decade. To have the opportunity to sing this incredible piece at @operadeparis has been a career highlight. Thank you, @operadeparis , for producing this masterpiece…
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Benjamin Bernheim
7 months
It is an honor to sing so much French music this season - from Werther @teatroallascala to Roméo in “Roméo et Juliette” @metopera . Because I feel so at home performing this music, I feel I can give my all as a musician and actor. 🎥: @operadeparis featuring @elsadreisig
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Benjamin Bernheim
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A little snippet from Wether’s aria, “Lorsque l'enfant revient d'un voyage,” from Massenet’s “Werther”. I will be singing this tonight at @operzuerich !
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Benjamin Bernheim
5 years
It is wonderful when colleagues help you reach a new level artistically. @ermonelajaho is an extraordinary artist, & performing w/ her inspires me to find new colors & nuances. 2night, we perform my favorite duets and arias in concert w/ @OFIL_Orquesta .
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Benjamin Bernheim
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We open TONIGHT @metopera ! I have really enjoyed preparing this more "classic" version of Romeo ☺️ Toi toi toi to the whole team ! 📸 : Marty Sohl / Met Opera
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Benjamin Bernheim
2 years
Tonight, I am happy to make my debut as Roméo in Gounod’s “Roméo et Juliette” alongside a wonderful group of colleagues. Toi toi toi! 📸: Thomas Erlank
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A little excerpt from the finale of Act III in Gounod’s « Roméo et Juliette »… Looking forward to performance #2 today @MetOpera
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Benjamin Bernheim
3 years
Happy belated birthday @PlacidoDomingo !
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Benjamin Bernheim
4 years
My colleagues @tenorkaufmann & @TezierLudovic have launched a petition on @Change to help bring awareness to the precarious situation the performing arts are currently facing, & to encourage governments to not forget the importance of their funding.
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Benjamin Bernheim
8 months
Why I love singing Hoffmann… After tonight’s performance at @operadeparis , I will bid Hoffmmann au revoie, but not for long! I will revisit this great role this summer in Salzburg @SbgFestival !
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Benjamin Bernheim
3 years
I have sung this aria, “Pourquoi me réveiller,” many times in the practice room, in the recording studio for my first album, and in concerts…all the while waiting to sing the full role of #Werther .
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Benjamin Bernheim
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Preparations for Les contes d’Hoffmann @salzburgerfestspiele are well under way! I feel very lucky to share the stage with so many outstanding artists and friends in this unique, high energy production by Mariame Clément.
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Benjamin Bernheim
2 years
Après la représentation de « Manon » hier soir, j’ai été décoré Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres par la ministre de la Culture, @R_Bachelot .
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Benjamin Bernheim
5 years
Is it already our last show?! The end of a production is always bittersweet. To all my wonderful colleagues, I hope our paths cross again soon. #latraviata @operadeparis
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Benjamin Bernheim
9 months
It took me many years to build my voice, in order to have the freedom to choose what colors I want to use on stage. I spoke with Euronews about the difference between using chest voice and voix mixte…2 different ways to approach a tenor’s upper range.
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Benjamin Bernheim
4 years
I was happy to be able to include Des Grieux’s “Rêve” on my debut album with @dgclassics , which I discuss in this video clip. I will be thinking about this vocal balancing act tonight as I take the stage to sing the first performance of ‘Manon’ at @operadeparis .
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Benjamin Bernheim
7 months
My Werther warmup! Looking forward to performing this opera for the fourth time today @operzuerich !
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1 year
Merci Paris! @operadeparis
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8 months
A little recap of some of the highlights of 2023… Happy New Year!
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Benjamin Bernheim
2 years
Today, I will be doing this before my performance of “Rigoletto” tonight @metopera . First video courtesy of Met Opera.
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Benjamin Bernheim
5 years
Many of you have sent me messages saying your favorite track on the album is Lensky’s aria, so today, I am happy to share the video of my performance of the aria at the Yellow Lounge! 💛 Full aria: (📸: Christoph Köstlin/ @DGclassics )
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Benjamin Bernheim
5 years
Back in Paris for the first rehearsal of the new production of ‘Manon’ at @operadeparis ! I am happy to work on one of my favorite roles again, this time with director #vincenthuget .
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Benjamin Bernheim
2 years
Singing in this bar for the last time tonight, as I sing my 8th and final performance of “Rigoletto” at @metopera . A huge thank you to everyone that was involved in this project - from the artists with me on stage and those in the pit - to the stage hands and administration.
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Benjamin Bernheim
5 years
‘La traviata’ #6 tonight @operadeparis . (Photo: Charles Duprat/OnP, video: @operadeparis featuring @PrettyYende ) @DGclassics
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Benjamin Bernheim
3 years
Hoffmann loves drinking, but unfortunately there is no free beer on stage - even in Germany! 😂 🍻I’ll be drinking from these special glasses tonight for our fourth performances of “Les Contes d’Hoffmann” tonight at the @staatsoperHH .
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Benjamin Bernheim
6 years
Ready to sing Alfredo tonight @teatroallascala !
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Benjamin Bernheim
6 years
#currentview as I rehearse for tomorrow’s performance of #verdi ’s Requiem @TheRoyalOpera !
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11 months
Pre-Rondine warm-up @operzuerich !
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Benjamin Bernheim
1 year
It is so important to encourage the next generation of opera singers, so I am starting a new series here on social media called “Emerging Artists.” I look forward to introducing you to singers that you might not know about yet…starting Friday!
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Benjamin Bernheim
2 years
Tonight @operzuerich , I’ll be performing the role of Lensky in “Eugene Onegin!” Listen to Lensky’s aria, ‘Kuda, kuda, vi udalilis,’ in full on my debut album (link below), and in concert as part of my concert @operadebordeaux .
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Benjamin Bernheim
5 years
Today, I am happy to share some special news with you: I have signed with @DGclassics ! It is an honor to be a part of the yellow label family; a family that has such a rich heritage! (🎹: Sarah Tysman)
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Benjamin Bernheim
11 months
Role debut as Ruggero Lastouc in “La Rondine” tonight at Opernhaus Zürich! 😁 I have loved preparing this new Christof Loy production with such great colleagues. Toi toi toi everyone!
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Benjamin Bernheim
1 year
Tonight, our Thomas Jolly production of “Roméo et Juliette” opens at @operadeparis ! After weeks of rehearsals, we are ready to share this show with all of you! Toi toi toi everyone!
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Benjamin Bernheim
1 year
Rehearsals for “La Rondine” at @operzuerich . We open September 17th! Magda: @ErmonelaJaho 📸: Admill Kuyler
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Benjamin Bernheim
4 years
Je retournerai à l’ @operadeparis la saison prochaine pour chanter l’un de les roles préférés ! 😁 I’ll be back at @operadeparis next season to sing one of my favorite roles. 😁 #ONP2021
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1 year
Rehearsals for our recital as part of the @bay_staatsoper ’s summer festival! Danke München for a wonderful evening of song at the !
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Benjamin Bernheim
3 years
After over a year of working on this project, I am happy to share the cover and title of my next album (with @DGclassics ) with you!
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Benjamin Bernheim
4 years
It has just been announced that I have won an #opusklassik award! I am so honored and would like to thank everyone who has helped me arrive at this point in my career - including all of you! I feel very lucky to be able to make music at this level. 🙏
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Benjamin Bernheim
2 years
One of the most famous opera arias ever written, it is fun to sing an aria that so many people know. Considered one of Verdi’s masterpieces, “Rigoletto” was his 16th opera. Tonight, I look forward to singing my second to last performance of this run at @metopera .
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Benjamin Bernheim
5 years
Dress rehearsal of #latraviata @operadeparis ! Toi toi toi to @PrettyYende @TezierLudovic @Trottmann_C & the whole cast and crew!
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Benjamin Bernheim
2 years
Tomorrow, my second cd, “Boulevard des Italiens” comes out! Join me today as I takeover my label @DGclassics ’ instagram account’s stories as I give you a peek behind-the-scenes during the recording, and more!
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Benjamin Bernheim
2 years
Tonight, I look forward to diving into Tchaikovsky’s “Eugene Onegin” at @operzuerich alongside #EkaterinaSannikova as Tatjana, #RachaelWilson as Olga, and #IgorGolovatenko as Eugene Onegin. @NosedaG conducts.
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Benjamin Bernheim
3 years
Look at all the smiles. 🙂
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3 years
After being in quarantine with Covid, I am extra happy to be able to sing Rodolfo tonight at the @WrStaatsoper ! If you are in the audience tonight, I hope you enjoy the show! 📸: Michael Poehn/Wiener Staatsoper
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Benjamin Bernheim
3 years
#Parisian views after our afternoon rehearsals at @operadeparis ...
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Benjamin Bernheim
4 years
It is my pleasure to announce - in between performances of ‘Manon’ at @operadeparis - that I will be returning to the role of Des Grieux next season at @operzuerich . 😁
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7 months
Our final performance of “Werther” is tonight at @operzuerich ! Featured in the video: Sophie: Sandra Hamaoui Albert: Audun Iversen
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Benjamin Bernheim
5 years
Second and final performance of ‘La traviata,’ tonight at @StaatsoperBLN . #soundon
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Benjamin Bernheim
3 years
La saison prochaine, à l’ @operadeparis , je reprendrai le rôle-titre de « Faust » dans la production de Tobias Kratzer. Cette fois, j’ai hâte de chanter devant un public ! #onp2122
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Benjamin Bernheim
3 years
Content de collaborer de nouveau avec @PrettyYende ! Nous chanterons des airs et des duos lors de nos concerts des 19 & 20 mai prochains au @TCEOPERA . Quelques billets sont encore disponibles : À bientôt !
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9 months
Week two of rehearsals for “Les Contes d’Hoffmann” at @operadeparis ! We open November 30th!
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1 year
👉 Emerging Artists: Thomas Ricart Today, I would like to introduce you to French tenor Thomas Ricart. An artist in residence at the Paris Opera Académie since 2022, he recently sang Benvolio in the Opéra national de Paris’ production of “Roméo et Juliette.”
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Benjamin Bernheim
2 years
#tbt to recording this famous duet from “Don Carlos” for my latest album “Boulevard des Italiens.” I really enjoyed working with @FlorianSempey , who was kind enough to fly to Bologna for a day - despite his very busy schedule - to record “Le voilà ! …Toi, mon Rodrigue.”
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Two Roméos I was very touched to that Neil Shicoff took the time to congratulate me after the last performance of “Roméo et Juliette” at @operadeparis . He sang this role at @operadeparis back in the 1980s at Opéra Garnier, and it was an honor to meet him.
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Hoffmann number 4 tonight at @operadeparis ! I am really enjoying performing this role in Paris in such a magical production! 📸: Emilie Brouchon
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Benjamin Bernheim
2 years
Beau souvenir Bizetien avec mon ami @TezierLudovic . Joyeux anniversaire à ce grand maître. /// Wonderful memories singing #Bizet with my friend @TezierLudovic . Happy birthday to this amazing genius.
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Manon tonight @operadeparis
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Thank you!
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Benjamin Bernheim
5 years
Warming up in #Dublin for a special event...stay tuned for an exciting announcement coming soon!
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5 years
Back in London for Puccini’s ‘Messa di Gloria!’ We had our first rehearsal yesterday, and I am loving singing this piece for the 1st time. Join me, #GeraldFinley , Sir #AntonioPappano and the @londonsymphony 2morrow evening live @barbicancentre & on @medicitv (📸: @holbrookshots )
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Joyeux anniversaire, #Massenet ! Merci pour votre musique. 🙏 Werther at Opéra national de Bordeaux
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RTS stopped by our last performance of “Roméo et Juliette” in Geneva, and I was happy to speak with them about my career path. I hope that by sharing a little more about my path as a singer - which was by no means smooth -
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Benjamin Bernheim
2 years
Time to be a poet and scatter my papers on the set of the beloved Zeffirelli production of “La Bohème” at the @WrStaatsoper . I have had the honor of performing in this production a few times, and it is always special being able to return.
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Benjamin Bernheim
4 years
It’s official! I will be singing a recital @operzuerich in July! 😁
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Benjamin Bernheim
4 years
Happy to be starting rehearsals for my first opera production in 5 months! This is likely to be my last Alfredo in ‘La Traviata,’ and I am happy to be closing this chapter of my career in a city that holds such special memories for me: #Bordeaux .
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Benjamin Bernheim
3 years
Hola #Barcelona ! I am loving discovering this beautiful city while rehearsing for “Rigoletto” at the @Liceu_cat ! This will be my debut in the house, but I already hope I can come back again soon!
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2 years
In 3,2,1…time for “La bohème” again tonight at the @wrstaatsoper .
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8 months
We are all taking a final look at the score before tonight’s performance of “Les Contes d’Hoffmann” at @operadeparis ! Antonia: @RWSing The Devils: @VanHornCVH Nicklausse/The Muse: @angela_brower Doll: @PrettyYende Giulietta: Antoinette Dennefeld Conductor: @eskconductor
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Benjamin Bernheim
5 years
Getting ready for liftoff! Singing live in front of thousands of people & being broadcast live on tv is quite exhilarating! Thinking back to the end of May, when I sang “Pourquoi me réveiller,” as part of the 150 year @WrStaatsoper celebration. {📸: Pöhn, 🎥:Arte)
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Benjamin Bernheim
5 years
Tonight: premiere of ‘La traviata’ opposite @PrettyYende and @TezierLudovic @operadeparis . If you can’t make it to the show, you can still listen to me sing Alfredo’s aria, as it has just been released on streaming platforms, as the first track off my debut album. @DGclassics
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Benjamin Bernheim
3 years
Ready to transform into Duca tonight for my house debut at @Liceu_cat !
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Benjamin Bernheim
5 years
This aria is playing in my head as I prepare for my first performance of the year, ‘La bohème,’ at the @StaatsoperBLN . If you can’t be in the audience tonight, you can listen to me sing Rodolfo’s aria on my debut album, available now! @DGclassics
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Benjamin Bernheim
4 years
Quelques extraits de la répétition d'hier avec l' @nationaldefce et @TezierLudovic , sous la direction de #eunsunkim . Regardez le spectacle en direct sur @france2 ou écoutez sur @franceinter . @ConcertdeParis
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Benjamin Bernheim
2 years
Rehearsals ✅ Thanks to my Gilda, the amazing @morley_erin , for this footage and her approval of my high note, 😅 and Monika Bohinec (Maddalena) and Evgeny Solodovnikov (Sparafucile) for being great colleagues in this scene! “Rigoletto” opens tonight @WrStaatsoper !
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Benjamin Bernheim
3 years
C’était une expérience unique que de réaliser une interview aussi complète dans le cadre des « Grands entretiens » avec @DitaOpera . Nous avons passé 3 heures à parler en détails de ma carrière dans les studios de @francemusique :
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Benjamin Bernheim
4 months
The may issue of @classicamag is out ! Thank you Philippe Venturini for this interview ! 📸 Dina Litovsky
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Benjamin Bernheim
9 months
Have you ever wondered who Kleinzach - mentioned in my aria in “Les Contes d’Hoffmann” - is? Musicologists & dramaturgists think it's Jacques Offenbach himself! Who do you think Kleinzach is? Our 2nd performance of “Les Contes d’Hoffmann” is tonight @operadeparis !
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👉 Emerging artist: @AminAhangaran Today, I would like to introduce you to Amin Ahangaran, a bass from Iran who sang Rabonnier in our production of “La Rondine” at @operzuerich .
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3 years
Ce soir sur @France5tv à 20:55 - Faust @operadeparis
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2 years
Only 10 days left until we open “Rigoletto” here @metopera ! I always love this view on my way to the rehearsal room!
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Benjamin Bernheim
3 years
Tonight: La bohème broadcast from the @WrStaatsoper at 19:00. Available worldwide.
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Benjamin Bernheim
4 years
Rebonjour #Paris ! What time is it? Time to start rehearsals at @operadeparis for our new production of ‘Faust.’ Theaters remain closed to the public in France, but we are happy to be back at work...stay tuned for updates regarding a possible broadcast!
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Benjamin Bernheim
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Werther @operzuerich Our second performance is tonight!
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#tbt to performing Duca in “Rigoletto” last season at the @metopera ! I’ll be back this season in March as I perform Roméo in “Roméo et Juliette” - keep an eye out for the HD broadcast worldwide! 🎥: @metopera
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