ROME (AP) — Behind a rusty gate near Rome’s Circus Maximus is a building passed daily by hordes of tourists. They’re oblivious to the fact that behind its faded, flaking paint is a hive of activity ...

Ah, the opera. It is an otherworldly experience to sit in a hushed, dimly lit theater, gazing at the stage as a hidden orchestra strikes the first stirring chord. The drama is also a cathartic ...

This area, located in north China's Tianjin Municipality, is the sole well-preserved Italian-style architectural complex in Asia, bearing witness to a vibrant fusion of culture and consumption. The ...

MILAN, Metropolitan City of Milan — As the world's best athletes compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy, the host country is showcasing another cultural treasure: its renowned opera tradition ...

As the world burns, Vancouver Opera’s season closer La Bohème is on track to become the highest-grossing opera in the company’s 66-year history, surpassing the record formerly held by the 2023-2024 ...