EARLIER: Netrebko has said she will not be coming to New York this spring, at least not in time for the first several performances of Tosca.

The soprano has been apparently been mulling her decision since at least Monday, but earlier today commented on Instagram as follows:

Photo: Ken Howard/Metropolitan 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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