The Swedish soprano Jenny Lind ruled as the first operatic superstar. In the 19th century, the celebrated “Swedish Nightingale” riveted audiences from the Americas to Europe, earning her admiration ...

This year marks the 200th birthday of Jenny Lind, the fabled “Swedish Nightingale,” and, given Aspen’s strong musical identity, it seems only fitting to pause and take notice. For Jenny was like no ...

Tuesday marks the 200th birthday of Jenny Lind, and we should pause for a moment to honor her incomparable legacy. Remembered today as the “Swedish Nightingale,” whose vocal pyrotechnics stunned ...

Click to open image viewer. CC0 Usage Conditions ApplyClick for more information. The American concert tour (1850–52) of “Swedish Nightingale” Jenny Lind spawned a huge market for merchandise ...

When Jenny Lind came to America, to tour with “The Greatest Showman”, P.T. Barnum, she witnessed a nation torn apart over slavery. She embarked on headline-grabbing tour that shared the spotlight with ...

Orlando Fringe’s FestN4, formerly the Fringe Winter Mini-Fest, runs through Sunday in downtown Orlando. Today’s reviews are of “Jenny Lind Presents P.T. Barnum,” seen at a preview, and “SAK Presents ...

Click to open image viewer. CC0 Usage Conditions ApplyClick for more information. Long a favorite in the opera houses of Europe, soprano Jenny Lind created a sensation when showman and impresario P. T ...