(Photo: Monika Ritterschaus) Opéra Bastille is in the midst of presenting a new production of Puccini’s “Il Trittico” (The Triptych) from April 29 to May 28, directed by Christof Loy and conducted by Carlo Rizzi. The triptych features three operas of different natures, all juxtaposed to demonstrate the breadth of the Italian composer’s genius. Contrary to Puccini’s own instructions, the {…}
Credit: Vincent Beaume When Pierre Audi, the director of Festival d’Aix-en-Provence, announced that Jonas Kaufmann and Ludovic Tézier would sing in a one-night-only concert version of “Otello,” tickets sold out in a minute. Even admittance for critics was scarce, and the festival gave seats out only when audience members turned in their tickets. Ill in London, Kaufmann canceled. This reviewer’s {…}
The Teatro Regio di Parma has announced a cast change for its inaugural performance of “Il Trovatore.” The company noted that Rossana Rinaldi will not be able to perform the opening night due to indisposition on Sept. 24. As a result, the role of Azucena will be performed by Enkelejda Shkoza. The mezzo joins a cast that includes Anna Pirozzi, {…}
