As Lauri’s List is essentially an arts advocacy organization, our review program is different: we don’t pretend to offer traditional critiques of local events, but often write about concerts, opera and fundraisers so our readers can learn about the people involved and how they’re doing things.
Katie Campbell at Boston Court, 7/30/11 CD Release Party – End of the Beginning by Amy Engelhardt Katie Campbell is a freshly uncorked bottle of champagne. The excitement of the initial pop, the giggly bubble as it pours into a glass, the raised eyebrows when you lift the potion to your lips, and the fizzy … Read more
Did you make it to ‘Trouble in Tahiti’ this weekend? Hi, folks — This is a prime example of why I don’t do real reviews on this site: I’m way too biased, and prefer ‘Raves’, where I can gush without restraint. Pacific Opera Project‘s latest offering, Bernstein’s Trouble in Tahiti, was great fun and a rare … Read more
A recital by eight bass singers associated with the Repertory Opera Company — July 2, 2011 By Bruce Wright Singers like to joke about the types of roles traditionally associated with various types of voices. Some lament their limitations, while others delight in the rich tradition, descended from the commedia dell’arte, of stock characters brought vividly … Read more
Of course, not everyone likes to read. But if you want to succeed, your bookstore, your library or even your friends can be the first step to learning the crucial skills to keep your momentum going. Think beyond the usual biographies and rep references, and pick something up that can teach you about your career. … Read more
