Direct-to-video
As a burgeoning opera fan, I relied on YouTube to connect me with the art form.
Avery Amereau
6 pieces since 2014 — in 4 roles, at 3 companies, most often at Juilliard Opera.
6
pieces
4
roles
3
companies
13
years
Role Amando
Role Lucretia
Trigger warning
The Rape of Lucretia, now (through Sunday) enjoying a superb three-performance run at the Juilliard Opera’s Willson Theater (tickets are scarce; hie thee to the waiting list), was Benjamin Britten’s third opera and first “chamber opera,” composed for the tiny original theater at Glyndebourne,
Role Maria Cleophas
Revival meeting
For many in New York and around the world, if the name William Christie appears on a concert or opera program, it’s a must-attend.
Role Mme. de la Haltière
Ash Wednesday
Joyce, Javier and now Julia—this week these three remarkable Js brought New York City memorable “Cinderella stories.”
I’ll take the fall
The days are getting shorter, but you can keep the prattle going this fall’s Talk of the Town! You will, you can, you must join in the discussion about: Great mezzo soprano performances (October),
Gained in translation (November), Teleport me back to… (December).