Tall, charismatic, and handsome in stage presence but decent at best in voice, how does Erwin Schrott fare in an iconic Puccini villain role that he has been singing for many years? Please find out in my review and let me know your opinions as well.
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How did one of Deutsche Oper Berlin’s veteran basses fare as the stern yet kindly Padre Guardiano? Please find out in my review and let me know your opinions as well.
To say that this production of Verdi’s La Forza del Destino at the Deutsche Oper Berlin left so much to be desired is a mere understatement, but how did all the singers persevere in this extremely messy production? Please find out in my review and let me know your opinions as well.
When you put a powerhouse dramatic soprano who is known to the world for her portrayals of such mighty madames like Abigaille and Lady Macbeth, a dramatic tenor whose voice is like ocean waves ready for the surf, a dramatic baritone whose penchant for scoundrels is the stuff of popularity, throw in such crowd-pleasing supporting players, and a conductor to as a binding agent, you know this is going to be an exceptional tour de force of a performance. Enjoy the review and let me know your opinions as well.
After countless engagements not only at the Deutsche Oper Berlin but also many other opera houses worldwide, the amazing and noble Noel Bouley rises up to the challenge to sing the famous Ethiopian warrior king, Amonasro. Joining him was the fine Spanish dramatic tenor with an incisive voice, Señor Jorge de Leon, who was the handsome, dashing, and strong Radames, and even Robert Watson in the small role of the Messenger, who is celebrating his very special day and this review is also dedicated to him. Enjoy the review and let me know your opinions as well.