Monthly Archives: September 2020

THAT EVER-SO ELITIST OPERA

How odd that people say that opera is elitist and for those who go to be seen there rather than to participate in an experience of great art. Quite the contrary, opera has always been an art form of and … Continue reading

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GO DIRECTLY TO JAIL. DO NOT PASS GO.

Imagine a society that forcibly incarcerates 20% of its population, placing them under arbitrary and non-negotiable rules and regulations for a minimum period of twelve years. During this lock-down, freedom of movement is severely curtailed. Individuals are confined to well-defined … Continue reading

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HOW THE MET IN HD IS DESTROYING OPERA

When the Metropolitan Opera began live high definition transmissions to movie theatres worldwide in 2006, the word was all about how this was going to revitalise opera, bring culture to the masses, and increase attendance at live performances. Well, it … Continue reading

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