Opera

“My starting point (in writing Saint Francois d’Assise) was inspiration pure and simple, inspiration as powerful and incomprehensible as love.” […]

The Opéra de Paris can trace its lineage all the way back to 1669, when it was founded by Louis XIV

"We need the biggest star in the Universe. We need you, Kanye." (from Kanye West’s show, Madison Square Garden, 5/13/08)

Opera is not the sort of art form that lends itself to easy experimentation. Typically, you need sets, costumes, an

Opera can play many roles. It can move us through passionate, star-crossed characters who reflect our fears and trials. It

For the past two seasons, I’ve resisted attending the immensely popular HD simulcasts of the Met’s Saturday matinee performances, on

(Note: This was originally written for the City Opera blog, which will probably never see the light of day, now