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November 2007
The Many Rites of Spring
Monday, November 26, 2007
Spring is busting out all over, as John Rockwell explores the many different choreographic responses to Igor Stravinsky's monumental (and scandalous) "Rite of Spring."
Of Circuses and Rock Operas
Monday, November 19, 2007
John Rockwell explores the allure and history of multimedia spectacles such as Fuerzabruta and Cirque de Soleil, while looking forward to opera productions with a rock 'n roll flair — including the dazzling displays of director Robert Lepage, whose work will be seen at the Metropolitan Opera next year.
Fanfare for the Uncommon Woman
Monday, November 12, 2007
"Berlin Without Walls" à la John Rockwell gives way to a discussion of Samuel Barber's "Vanessa" and broader observations on the roles of women in both the operatic and cinematic worlds. Also, John reflects on the rise of conductor Anne Manson, and on bursting the stereotype of the mythic, super-masculine maestro.
Space Fiction Operas
Monday, November 05, 2007
John Rockwell discusses the "space fiction" operas of Philip Glass, written in collaboration with this year's Nobel Laureate for Literature, Doris Lessing. The intersection of these two great artists has had resonant consequences, and as we learn, John Rockwell is partially responsible.
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