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Congratulations to Rosina Daintymouth for her identification of last week’s Regie as Intermezzo (Richard Strauss). This week’s Regie quiz may not be much quite so challenging, so La Cieca is going to offer you only two production photos. Remember, guesses only — no cheating!Â
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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.