No NormaUpdate: Anna Netrebko has withdrawn from the Met’s Norma scheduled for opening night 2017, her publicist and the Met’s press office have confirmed to La Cieca.
Earlier: “Russian soprano Anna Netrebko has withdrawn with regret from Bellini’s masterpiece, Norma, due to open The Royal Opera’s 2016/17 Season in September.” La Cieca is currently following up to see if Anna’s statement “I have come to the unfortunate conclusion my voice has evolved in a different direction” is meant to be interpreted narrowly or broadly; in particular., whether she will withdraw from her announced participation in a new Met Norma as well.

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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.

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