We are thrilled to announce that tenor Long Long has been honored with the 2023/2024 "Maria Callas Debut Artist of the Year" award by The Dallas Opera. This prestigious accolade recognizes his exceptional debut this spring as Romeo in Gounod’s adaptation of Shakespeare’s timeless romance, Romeo and Juliet.
The Maria Callas Debut Artist Award is an annual tradition, bestowed by Dallas Opera subscribers, to celebrate a performer whose debut has left an indelible mark on the audience. Long Long’s portrayal of Romeo was nothing short of spectacular, earning him this distinguished honor.
Expressing his gratitude, Long Long shared, “Words can’t express how excited and touched I am to receive this precious award. It’s a great honor for me and a significant milestone in my career. I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to the wonderful audiences in Dallas and to all my incredible colleagues on the Romeo and Juliet team. I cherished every moment of our performances together. This has truly been one of the most memorable times in my opera life.”
Long’s performance captivated both audiences and critics alike. The Dallas Morning News lauded his portrayal, noting, “Long Long’s Romeo could coo sweet nothings, then deliver big, ringing tones.” Similarly, Texas Classical Review praised his “robust, passionate energy.”
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