“In a city gripped by religious fanaticism, a Jewish goldsmith and his daughter face the perils of being outsiders.” This telecast from Opera Ballet Vlaanderen begins at 1:00 PM.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vRWOLZtb1ME

Alternatively, let the creepiness from Met begin (for today, anyway), also at 1:00 PM with a live Puccini broadcast. (Photo: Ken Howard / Met Opera)

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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