Operavore
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Remembering Franco Zeffirelli (1923–2019)
Fred Plotkin honors Zeffirelli's life and work, from his time at the Met to his time in Italian parliament. Jun 17, 2019
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Why Do I Sing?
What is so powerful about singing? Jun 7, 2019
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A Good Death, in Opera and in Theater
What makes for a truly operatic death? May 9, 2019
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Spring and Summer Opera Blossoms Across America
No matter where you are this spring and summer, here are the operas to see across the country. Apr 18, 2019
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Future Opera Productions We Should Just Cancel Now
Should these productions be cancelled before they go into rehearsal? Apr 1, 2019
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Antonietta Stella, as in Star
An appreciation of soprano Antonietta Stella in honor of her 90th birthday. Mar 14, 2019
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How Green Is My Ring Cycle?
It's Ring Fever in New York with the Met Opera's revival of Wagner's Ring Cycle starting next week! Mar 1, 2019
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An Analysis of the Metropolitan Opera’s New Season
The Metropolitan Opera has just announced the repertory and casting for its 2019–20 season, and Fred Plotkin is looking forward to next year with great enthusiasm. Feb 20, 2019
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Andrés Rodríguez: A Life of Service to Opera
An appreciation of Andrés Rodríguez, who ran Chile’s Teatro Municipal de Santiago for 34 years. Feb 14, 2019
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Are Opera Critics Above Reproach?
What is the role of a critic today? Jan 28, 2019
