A few random musings

September 30, 2009 - Just some thoughts that have been running through my head.

One man's tired cliché is another's cherished memory.

Innovation that provides no insight is not brilliance, merely a desperate cry for attention. Cinderella done with an all male naked cast or in an insane asylum may be innovative but does it really provide any insight into the themes of the piece (or entertain any but the most prurient and/or jaded audience)?

Companies that are continuing to produce art (even if it's not "lavish") in the current climate deserve respect (even if it's begrudging) not carping about the physical elements that their budgets allow.

Comments welcome.

And there are still good seats available to the two remaining performances of Cinderella. Click here to get yours or show up at the door and save yourself the processing fee.

See you at the opera!

A Little Rehearsal Video

September 11, 2009 - On this national day of mourning, I thought we could all use a little pick me up. So, please to enjoy a little clip of the opening of Rossini's Cinderella recorded at rehearsal on Wednesday night.

Remembering that the arts heal wounds with laughter, tears, and a sense of our shared humanity, see you at the opera.