I’ve seen Rustioni a number of times at the Met, but the most memorable performance was Tchaikovsky’s Charodeika in Lyon in 2019, an opera I had never seen before and, unfortunately, likely will never see again. 😔
Your mention of "photo-opportunities" exposes the problem of updating Aïda to the 21st century. As someone judiciously said - had no one seen a picture of Amonasro before?
Gingerly 😂😂😂
I also saw that! Next time you’re in Lyon, let me know! 😀
I’ve seen Rustioni a number of times at the Met, but the most memorable performance was Tchaikovsky’s Charodeika in Lyon in 2019, an opera I had never seen before and, unfortunately, likely will never see again. 😔
Your mention of "photo-opportunities" exposes the problem of updating Aïda to the 21st century. As someone judiciously said - had no one seen a picture of Amonasro before?
Although looking back this is but a trifle in this Michielettata.
How did they move on that AIDA set? Vivid reviews, Hugh!
Will do - October 19 for Die Frau ohne Schatten in all probability & CERTAINLY for Fanciulla/Queen of Spades in the Spring 😀