Our Own JJ once again is dipping his toe into light entertainment, writing and directing a cabaret act for his old, old, old friend Dorothy Bishop. The “Diva of the High C’s” makes her debut at the legendary Bon Soir, launching pad of such notables as Barbra Streisand, Phyllis Diller and Kaye Ballard, on Monday night at 8:00 (room opens at 7:00). La Bishop has authorized La Cieca to announce that a limited number of complimentary tickets are available for loyal parterrians for this one-time-only event. See her website for details.
Infectious diseuse
Our Own JJ once again is dipping his toe into light entertainment, writing and directing a cabaret act for his old, old, old friend Dorothy Bishop.
By La Cieca La Cieca
James Jorden (who wrote under the names "La Cieca" and "Our Own JJ") was the founder and editor of parterre box. During his 20 year career as an opera critic he wrote for the New York Times, Opera, Gay City News, Opera Now, Musical America and the New York Post. He also raised his voice in punditry on National Public Radio. From time to time he directed opera, including three unsuccessful productions of Don Giovanni. He also contributed a regular column on opera for the New York Observer. James died in October 2023.
parterre in your box?
Get our free weekly newsletter delivered to your email.
Comments
Tell us: What was the best of 2025?
Parterre Box concludes the thrilling first year of Talk of the Town by inviting your lightning rod opinions on several more categories of operatic argumentation.
