Opera Revue has rereleased its “Ontario Place For(d) All” video in response to continued controversy. Nearly two years ago the company released its parody opera, “Ontario Place For(d) All” in protest of Doug Ford who has not backed down on the plans to build a spa center and large-scale renovations over the majority of Ontario Place. This iteration of the {…}
(Photo credit: Ryan Harper) Opera Revue is a company made of three talented individuals: soprano Danie Friesen, baritone Alexander Hajek, and the sonic backbone of it all, pianist Elise Harris. Their mission, they say, is to introduce opera to newcomers and deliver a fresh way to experience it for veterans in a relaxed environment at an affordable price. My attitude {…}
The Opera Revue is heading on tour this October. From Oct. 19 – Nov. 19, 2023, the company will take its gala, “Ruckus! On the Road” through Peterborough, Barrie, Fort Erie, Windsor, and Picton. “Ruckus! On the Road” features classic opera arias and ensembles portrayed in non-traditional and even irreverent ways with the intention of introducing classic opera to new {…}
The Toronto-based opera company, Opera Revue, combines opera and burlesque in its upcoming “Debauchery at the Dakota.” The Valentine’s Day program will feature selections from R. Strauss to Weill to Elvis. Soloists include soprano Danie Friesen and baritone Alexander Hajek. Claire Elise Harris will join them on piano. Each vocal selection will be paired with a “mixed-gender” troupe of burlesque {…}