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NY Times mentions Luxuny and IBOC

The International Brazilian Opera Company (IBOC) has been making waves in the world of opera, and its recent mention in The New York Times article about the Luxuny Atelier and its operatic performances has only served to highlight its excellence.

The IBOC was founded in 2013 by the Brazilian composer and conductor João MacDowell with the goal of creating a new repertoire through international collaboration in the medium of opera. Over the years, the company has gained a reputation for producing innovative and exciting productions that combine traditional Brazilian musical styles with contemporary operatic techniques.

The Luxuny Atelier, a fashion design studio in New York City, has partnered with the IBOC for the DREAM event, which featured a series of operatic performances inspired by the world of immigrants and underrepresented artists.  The event featured a selection of operatic performances that showcase the incredible talent of IBOC’s singers and musicians.

The New York Times article was published  Sunday, April 30th. It praises LUXUNY for its history and the commitment of the owners, K.C. Jones and Luca Santonato, for promoting music and culture through fashion and design. The article also highlights the Luxny Atelier’s support of the arts and its willingness to collaborate with the IBOC to create a truly unforgettable event.

For those who are unfamiliar with the IBOC, the DREAM event on December 6th provided the perfect opportunity to experience their unique blend of Brazilian musical styles and contemporary operatic techniques. With the support of the Luxny Atelier, the IBOC delivered an unforgettable performance that showcased the best of Brazilian music and culture and explore the themes of migration, identity, and displacement.

This is not the first time that IBOC has collaborated with the fashion industry. In fact, IBOC has a history of working with designers and fashion houses to bring opera to new audiences in unique and exciting ways. Most notable is the partnership with the fashion designer Raxxan Chin through the Femheka brand, who have created memorable dresses for concert performances of the operas “Cries and Whispers” and “Plastic Flowers” by Joao MacDowell. This approach has allowed IBOC to expand its reach beyond traditional opera venues and connect with a wider audience.

The International Brazilian Opera Company has been focusing on developing works from IDEA to PAGE, and it provides an exciting repertoire that is available for large opera houses. This is likely the most exciting repertoire available in the world of opera today, and its partnership with the Luxny Atelier for the IBOC DREAM event is further evidence of its excellence. With their innovative approach to opera production and their commitment to promoting Brazilian music and culture, the IBOC is sure to continue bringing new life into the world of opera for years to come.

IBOC’s commitment to innovation and collaboration has earned the company a reputation as a trailblazer in the opera world. With the IBOC DREAM event at the Luxuny fashion atelier, IBOC is once again demonstrating its ability to push the boundaries of opera and bring the art form to new audiences.

In conclusion, the International Brazilian Opera Company is a unique and innovative opera company that is making waves in the industry. With its commitment to showcasing the beauty and complexity of Brazilian culture through opera, IBOC is bringing the art form to new audiences and expanding its reach beyond traditional venues. The IBOC DREAM event at the Luxuny fashion atelier was an exciting showcase of IBOC’s incredible talent and innovative approach to opera.