Let’s see we have Druids, a Priestess out for blood against the Roman army, love, lust, and death. Okay that sounds like an opera to me! It is, in fact, it’s Bellini’s Norma which kicks off Vancouver Opera’s 50th anniversary season, just like it did in its first season! I’ve been getting a taste of [...]
Getting a head the opera: Salome
May 2, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Ah the end of the opera season. I’ve been lucky enough to attend all of the opera’s this season at Vancouver Opera, though tonight is the first time I’m seeing one without Sheila as a member of the cast. Sheila would be here to enjoy Salome, but she’s at home sick. Anyway, Salome. This is [...]
Blogger Night at the Opera: Finale and more pictures
March 8, 2009 By 4 Comments
As is tradition, after opening night there is a party backstage to celebrate the night and the performers. Food, drink, and (swoon) the lovely ladies of the the opera. What did I think of Rigoletto? Honestly Carmen is still my favourite. Don’t get me wrong, I loved Rigoletto. It is intense and challenges us to [...]
Treachery! Lies! Lust! Just another day at the opera.
March 7, 2009 By Leave a Comment
With the end of act one … Heck you can you can read the others for a plot synopsis (Kimli, Tanya, Rebecca, So Misguided ), for me this is about Sheila. I came to see her and would have gladly paid top dollar to be here. What can you say when you get to see [...]
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