“Give the gift of Renée! Join us for a star-studded performance featuring Renée’s favorite opera and musical theater hits, then head over to the newly-remodeled Ritz-Carlton for dinner and dancing to the sounds of The Stu Hirsch Orchestra.” [Lyric Opera of Chicago]
‘Tis the gift to be simple
“Give the gift of Renée!”
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.
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