Episode 27: Kansas City’s International Opera Star: A Conversation with Joyce DiDonato

Joyce DiDonato is a transformative presence in the arts. The international opera star has been called “the most potent female singer of her generation.”
From humble beginnings in a big Irish family in Prairie Village, Kansas to international superstar, Joyce DiDonato has dazzled audiences from around the world with her mezzo soprano voice that has been labeled “24-karat gold.”
Learn how she overcame rejection and turned it into motivation to rise to the top of her profession, but still refers to herself as “just Joyce from Kansas.” And stick around until the end to hear how she manages to bring even Frank to tears!

[@talmagebandy667]

My favorite mezzo in the world. I'm 90 years old so I have heard a lot of mezzos. I love her voice, her acting, her work with children, her personality. I wish her continued success and happiness.

[@brookemartin6101]

You’ve said it best. I agree with you.

[@SomethingAboutKC]

Thank you for the comment! She's incredible - an absolute star, yet so down to earth and humble. We're grateful to know her!

[@marianamirescu9570]

Great interview! Love so much! Thank you for this opportunity to watch this! Joyce is my real Idol, I admire her, for me is the best singer in the World! Bravo, Kansas City, you are a force! ❤❤❤

[@SomethingAboutKC]

She truly is an idol, and an absolute rock star. We could listen to her talk - and sing - for hours. Thank you for the comment!

[@richardc8738]

Joyce is a real star. And the interviewer is excellent. Plus Kansas City is pretty special as well. Thank you so much for posting this wonderful and insightful interview.

[@SomethingAboutKC]

Thank you so much for the kind words - so glad you enjoyed it! Joyce is an absolute star, and an incredible human being on top of that. Appreciate you taking the time to listen!

[@brookemartin6101]

I Absolutely Love this interview. Would you mind terribly if I Saved it to My Personal Favorite video’s collection Please?. 🙏

[@SomethingAboutKC]

Please do! So glad you enjoyed it. Joyce it a treasure!

[@brookemartin6101]

Joyce Is Indeed an Outstandingly Gorgeous treasure!.🎤👱🏻💎🎼🎵🎶 Lucky Kansans that she belongs to you. 👱🏻👗👠🧙‍♂️🌈

[@pianoronald]

Joyce is not only a brilliant singer but also a lovely person. I met her in Paris where she sang Rosina in the “Barber of Seville”. It was a horrible production by a horrible stage director but the singers were excellent.

[@SomethingAboutKC]

She's an absolute joy. A wonderful human being! Thanks for the comment!