Shooting in low light
What we really need, some seem to believe, is fuller representation of the 19th century.
Christina Landshamer
6 pieces since 2015 — in 5 roles, at 2 companies, most often at Dutch National Opera.
6
pieces
5
roles
2
companies
12
years
By role
By company
Role Ännchen
Role Marzelline
Sachs appeal
Last night’s cast of Die Meistersinger at the Met, dominated by the irascible, unbeatable duo of Michael Volle and Johannes Martin Kränzle as Sachs and Beckmesser, did much to enliven Otto Schenk’s creaky, nearly 30-year-old production.
Role Pamina
Magic “Flute”
A confession: I have a real love/ hate relationship with Mozart’s Die Zauberflote.
Role Sophie
Sweetness and light
This was a Rosenkavalier that aspired to excellence and almost achieved it.
Role soprano
Conductors for the ages
In Munich, performances by 97-year-old Herbert Blomstedt and 32-year-old Thomas Guggeis show the city’s orchestral ensembles at their best