A fire sparkling in lovers’ eyes
It’s not hard not to feel jaded about Romeo and Juliet.
26 pieces since 2016 — in 15 roles, at 11 companies, most often at Metropolitan Opera.
5 pieces as Metropolitan Opera — stats above show all coverage for Will Liverman.
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Let’s not forget that it’s only been two years since the Met mounted its first-ever opera by a Black composer.
Angel Blue‘s refulgent, lush soprano blooms as Violetta’s vocal lines broaden and soar.
The Met brought back 2019 smash Akhnaten last night, with nearly the exact same cast and creative team, and with nearly the same knockout effect of three years ago.
Friday evening’s Met premiere of Akhnaten was a resounding triumph and an outstanding testament to Philip Glass’s enduring operatic vision.
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