by Charles Kruger “The Marriage of Figaro” is as perfect an example of comic opera as can be imagined. From its first performance in Vienna on the 1st of May, 1786, it has been recognized as a work of unparalleled genius. And why not? It’s Mozart at his very best, based on a marvelously farcical […]
by Charles Kruger It was the best of times and the worst of times last week, as we attended two revivals at the San Francisco Opera: “Rigoletto” and “Don Giovanni.” The experience was a lesson in what can go right and wrong with a revival. Ideally, a revival should capture the best aspects of the […]
by Charles Kruger Rating: *** (For an explanation of TheatreStorm’s rating scale, click here.) “The Marriage of Figaro” is one of those operas popularly described as a “war horse.” Since its debut in 1786, it is one of the most-produced operas in the repertoire, and a soaring example of Mozart’s towering genius. On the surface, a […]
