“… A particular joy of Opera in Williamsburg’s staging of Così fan tutte was the casting of a young, vibrant Despina who both possesses and wields complete control over a fine voice… Soprano Kyaunnee Richardson ignite the performance with her fiery singing and personality… Vocally and comedically, Richardson was an typically endearing Despina who both earned her laughs and sang Mozart’s music with charm and technical flair…” ~ Joseph Newsome

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To read the full review, > https://www.voix-des-arts.com/2022/05/performance-review-wolfgang-amadeus.html?fbclid=IwAR1oWqHuGRH0kyA9nWJV1KkUk0c6YN0c1Rad70zESuNirlrU843ddkYJ-XE

Photography by Roxane Recon/Opera in Williamsburg, 2022

“‘…I always want to be able to connect with my audience no matter what show or concert I do,” she said. “It would be totally boring if we just get up there and just sing a song and everybody goes, ‘Oh well that was nice, right?’ It’s nice, but if it doesn’t move the artist, what makes you think it’s going to move the audience?…’'“ ~ Bianca Marcof, Miami Times

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To Read the Full Article, Click Here, > https://www.miamitimesonline.com/lifestyles/arts_culture/the-soprano-star-with-miami-roots/article_9c90c192-cb4c-11ec-9dcc-3fbeec915a77.html

“… Although, let’s not forget Richardson’s Sister, whose quick-witted reactions to Stella-Rondo are hilarious, and yet, quirky; for instance, tomato canning in the kitchen turns into a playful way to vent her frustrations…” ~Hannah Wing

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To read the full article, click here, > https://www.broadwayworld.com/washington-dc/article/BWW-Review-WHY-I-LIVE-AT-THE-PO-A-New-Opera-by-UrbanArias-20220502

“The performance features the Symphony of the Americas performing some of the greatest music by Gershwin and Bernstein, with vocals by special South Florida guest artists.”

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To read the full article, > https://www.broadwayworld.com/miami/article/Symphony-Of-The-Americas-South-Florida-Vocalists-Perform-Broadway-Favorites-20220321

“…Kyaunnee Richardson as Calpurnia captured the wide-eyed innocence of a young girl on the cusp of discovering that things are not always what they seem. She gamboled giddily up and down the stage, bringing Rawlings’ winsome Black heroine to life with her cherubic soprano range…” ~Esteban Meneses, I Care if You Listen

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To read the full article, > https://icareifyoulisten.com/2022/01/the-secret-river-opera-orlando-writes-a-love-letter-to-central-florida/

The Secret River (Photo Curtsey of Opera Orlando/Bearded Lens Photography, 2021)

“Have you been to the opera in Orlando? It’s been on my “someday list” and I’m finally going to make it happen. Join me and find out why Opera Orlando’s The Secret River is a must-see this holiday season and learn more about its lead soprano Kyaunnee Richardson as I had a chance to chat with her about her inspiration, the importance of this role as well as a bit of movie, Disney and foodie fun because it wouldn’t be Go Epicurista without it! I hope you’re inspired, get tickets and go #MakeSomedayHappen”

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To read the full article, click here, > https://goepicurista.com/opera-orlando-world-premiere-of-the-secret-river-is-a-must-see/

Photo Curtsey of Opera Orlando

“The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra will bring the annual Young People's Concert virtually into homes and schools November 15-19, 2021.

The virtual format has been chosen for the 2nd year in a row due to the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on school field trips. Throughout the 29-year history of the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, the annual presentation of the Young People's Concert has been a highlight for students and teachers alike, traditionally taking place through more than a dozen live performances over several weeks. 2020 marked the first virtual presentation of the concert, which reached over 75,000 grade 3-5 students across Florida and into Georgia.”

To Read the Full Article> https://www.broadwayworld.com/orlando/article/ORLANDO-PHILHARMONIC-ORCHESTRA-PRESENTS-2021-VIRTUAL-YOUNG-PEOPLES-CONCERT-20010101

“Opera Orlando’s ‘On the MainStage’ series continues this December with an orginal chamber opera adaptation of The Secret River, based on the book of the same name by Pultizer Prize-winning author and Central Florida resident, Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings.”

To read the full article> https://www.broadwayworld.com/orlando/article/Opera-Orlando-Will-Present-the-World-Premiere-of-THE-SECRET-RIVER-20211001?fbclid=IwAR2av-VlgSSdjbhdCNkkk1ojGM4B1IyOw7VFGv2AZzkGDp3DcDmlK4dIKVU

Fantasy Theatre Factory (FTF) will host a “Delightful Evening with Kyaunnee Richardson,” in which the critically acclaimed South Florida soprano will present a selection of both operatic and Broadway songs, accompanied on piano by the renowned Gordon Roberts.

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To read the full article> https://hylonewsmiami.com/2021/02/25/fantasy-theatre-factory-hosts-night-of-opera-with-classically-trained-broadway-soprano-soflo-native-kyaunnee-richardson/

Photography by Gregory Reed, 2020

“Opera Orlando welcomes the community into the creative process of creating a new work.”

To read the full article> https://www.broadwayworld.com/bwwopera/article/THE-SECRET-RIVER-Piano-Workshop-Announced-atMead-Botanical-Garden-20210426?fbclid=IwAR29hcZoj2MkFeQNTIDB0NeD9e5b8dqtwDG4ffK64Awfye7928NBLuPaIVk

Photo curtsey of Opera Orlando, 2021

“Following a sold-out, in person production of Opera Orlando’s Carmen, set in Haiti in the 1960, the company has announced that it will present the production online via their ENCORE! Series.” ~ Logan Martell

The video will be available from April 16 to May 7, 2021, with tickets beginning at $25 per household.

To read the full article> https://operawire.com/opera-orlando-to-stream-haiti-inspired-carmen-production/

Photo curtsey of Opera Orlando

“…Kyaunnee Richardson is especially memorable with a wonderfully playful coloratura and a winning form with a sarcastic side which makes her Adele character an idea…”

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To read the full article >https://www.bybattaglia.com/criticas/1011-die-fledermaus-opera-de-orlando-una-divertida-propuesta?fbclid=IwAR21C6VxUY6vaNNjVucBdPB_RqNdxuHyJ4S2y3d0HDmm1zURWUAP4nGP1gs

Photo curtesy of Opera Orlando, 2020

“Opera Orlando’s ‘The Secret River’ based on the Florida-set book by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, also marks a push for diversity as it will be the company’s first commission by a female composer and will feature a Black cast. Rawlings’ 1955 Newbery honor award-winning story tells of a young Black girl who bravely seeks a magical river to find fish for her starving family and friends during the Great Depression.” ~ Matthew J. Palm

To read the full article> https://www.orlandosentinel.com/entertainment/arts-and-theater/os-et-opera-orlando-nea-grant-diversity-funds-20210302-xbkzp3nk7rgqvfoiyalshb4gve-story.html?fbclid=IwAR3SIG687S_15dUrqAFOoQo4CrLADiHnmNL8fatcd_Z3UeflawPY9VqecIE

Opera Orlando is commissioning its first work, "The Secret River," based on the children’s fantasy book of the same name by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings with music by Stella Sung and libretto by Mark Campbell. (Opera Orlando / Courtesy photo)

“…Based on Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings’ book of the same name, “The Secret River” deals with themes of economic struggle and the importance of community, set within Central Florida during the Depression-era. Conducted by Everett McCorvey, the cast includes Kyaunnee Richardson as Calpurnia, Kimberly Milton as Mother Albirtha, Gregg Baker as Augustus, NaGuanda Nobles as Cassandra, and Emily Pulley as Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings…” ~Lorgan Martell

To read the full article> https://operawire.com/opera-orlando-receives-major-grant-for-the-secret-river/

Opera Orlando is commissioning its first work, "The Secret River," based on the children’s fantasy book of the same name by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings with music by Stella Sung and libretto by Mark Campbell. (Opera Orlando / Courtesy photo)

“Opera Orlando continues its recently-launched “Encore!” series on Feb. 12, 2021, with Humperdinck’s “Hansel and Gretel.” ~Logan Martell
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Read the full article> https://operawire.com/opera-orlandos-encore-series-to-present-hansel-gretel/

Photo curtesy of Opera Orlando

“Opera Orlando’s Main Stage series will continue with a production of “Hansel & Gretel” by Engelbert Humperdinck.

The showcase is set for performance on Jan. 29, 30, and 31, 2021 at the Dr. Philips Center at Alexis and Jim Pugh Theater. The opera will then be broadcast as part of the company’s ENCORE! series on Feb. 12 through 26, 2021.” ~Nicolas Quiroga

The Witch (Robyn Rocklein) keeps an eye on Hansel and Gretel (Gloria Palermo and Kyaunnee Richardson) in Opera Orlando’s production. (Opera Orlando/ Courtesy photo)

To read the full article, click >https://operawire.com/opera-orlando-to-present-hansel-and-gretel-with-live-audience/

“Opera Orlando has announced that it will be broadcasting an ENCORE performance of its recent “Die Fledermaus: The Revenge of the Bat” production online on Dec. 31, 2020.” ~David Salazar

To read the full article, click here> Encore of Fledermaus

Opera Orlando (photo/curtesy)

“Maybe we aren’t in Europe for New Year’s Eve and might not be able to gain access to Vienna’s own rendition. Or maybe you want a different approach to the famed classic. Or maybe, you want both. In any case, Orlando Opera is presenting the famed opera in its recently performed version…” ~ David Salazar

To read the full article, click on the link > Headline Top 10 Operas to Stream This Week

Company of Opera Orlando’s Die Fledermaus - Bearded Lens Photography

“And Kyaunnee Richardson is especially memorable with a beautifully playful coloratura and a winning way with a snarky aside.”

To read the entire article, click the link > Orlando Sentinel: Die Fledermaus: A merry (and welcome) night at the opera [by Matthew Palm]

Die Fledermaus

December 19 | 2pm

www.operaorlando.org/fledermaus

A maid in disguise (Kyaunnee Richardson) draws the attention of a partygoer (Tyler Putnam) in Opera Orlando's "Die Fledermaus." (Opera Orlando / Courtesy photo) -Bearded Lens Photography

Watch a new work come to life as Opera Orlando invites the community into the creative process while it develops The Secret River. Orlando Arts Season Preview 2020-21: Classical and Choral Music