Manon
“German stage director David Bösch, known for his modern, enigmatic productions which uncover the psychological depths of their characters, makes his Hamburg debut with Jules Massenet’s Parisian Belle Époque masterpiece, featuring shooting star Elsa Dreisig in the title role.”
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La Cieca
Streaming and discussion begin at 1:00 PM.
httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFeeVfnecBU
Photo: Brinkhoff/Mögenburg
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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Topics: opera in exile
