It is always of great comfort to know one is accurate in one’s perceptions, even if they are relatively fleeting and meaningless. The case in point would be our perceptions of the various problems plaguing the Metropolitan Opera. Not artistic but technical. We have mentioned the weird freezing wind draughts, the peeling ceilings, audience blinding… [Read More]
Blinded By Love: Elisir at the Metropolitan Opera
Last Wednesday, we saw Elixir of Love at the Met with Anna Netrebko and Matthew Polenzani. I had heard much negative commentary about the new production but I thoroughly enjoyed it. It was the first performance of the season in our subscription seats in Dress Circle. The view was terrific and despite the smell of Ben… [Read More]
SANTORUM OVERJOYED TO LEARN JIM J BULLOCK NOT IN FACT DEAD, BUT HEARTBROKEN BULLOCK STILL WILL NOT WORK WITH HIM
Rick Santorum called a press conference on the Grand Tier Lobby Level of the Metropolitan Opera today for an announcement of what his press secretary, Randy, described as “Titanic Proportions.” “First, I know there has been some outcry over my cancellation of Manon with Anna Netrebko but know that she will be back next year… [Read More]
