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Verdi in search of ….
Verdi in search of ……
After “Die Fledermaus” had flown the coup, having been favorably regarded as a concert instead of a full production, the search for who was going to perform in Opera York’s next spring production of Rigoletto was at hand. Not an easy task since the performing arts are trying to make a full recovery from the slow times of the pandemic. There is a copious amount of uncertainty in the field. But Opera York can always rely on some of its friends. Everyone who has worked with this company happily comes back, if possible. Thus, I heard that Andrew Tees is coming back as Rigoletto. He is a favorite of mine.
I Did Not Know!
Unfortunately, I was not able to go and see the Magic Flute. Pity me because I heard it was a smash hit. Thus, I cannot tell you what I thought it was or how great the production was, what the surprises were, how different from the previous ones that Opera York did. I understand that…
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MAGIC FLUTE OPERA YORK Opera York’s Magic Flute Posted on March 6, 2023 by barczablog It was worth the drive to Richmond Hill yesterday to see Opera York’s production of The Magic Flute, their first in-person return to the stage since the pandemic. While Friday night’s snow-storm likely reduced attendance, Sunday’s matinee was sold out. Opera…
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