Mantua man
San Diego Opera’s Rigoletto, starring a persuasive Michael Chioldi, veers traditional—without the mothballs in tow.
Christopher Mattaliano
3 pieces since 2009 — at 3 companies, most often at New York City Opera.
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pieces
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companies
18
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Bring on the lovers, liars and clowns
San Diego Opera’s Pagliacci puts a play within a play within a play.
Giving head voice
Anna Bolena might be the earliest of Donizetti’s operas that might have name recognition to a non-specialist audience.
Modern Orthodox
Doubling down on its artistic mission, New York City Opera begins a tenuous season with a turgid Bible drama.
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).