Since its premiere in 1901, Dvořák’s Rusalka has been one of the most beloved and most performed Czech operas, not only thanks to its beautiful music but also Jaroslav Kvapil’s poetic and richly symbolic libretto. This […]
Angelina Jolie went home empty-handed from the Golden Globes last night. Her portrayal of Maria Callas was outvoted by Fernanda Torres in I’m Still Here. The GGs are a dry run for the Oscars. None […]
The Teatro Colón in Buenos Aires has appointed Beatrice Venezi as Principal Guest Conductor of Colón’s resident orchestra and of its opera season. She is presently rehearsing Verdi’s Un ballo in maschera. Venezi, 34, is […]