Two films (sort of) about singing, Part 1
Lauri reviews Amazon’s “Annette”, a difficult film that includes a lot of singing and poses many problems as it creates a glorious cinematic journey.
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New chamber opera at UCLA shines light on mental illness
The Center Cannot Hold: A compelling opera about paranoid schizophrenia by Katherine Sullivan, Lister reviewer Whether or not you love opera, whether or not you are familiar with mental disorders, The Center Cannot Hold: A Chamber Opera is a fascinating piece, and an intimate look at a short period in the life of Elyn Saks. … Read more
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Slowly they turn: Pacific Opera Project raises the bar with Britten
Pacific Opera Project’s production of The Turn of the Screw is a jewel in the crown of celebration surrounding the 100th anniversary of Benjamin Britten’s birth, with local events including a wide variety of repertoire and a range of ensembles. This show is serious and nuanced, as the plot tells the story of a young … Read more
