I am not musical, an opera buff, or a theatre critic. But, Vancouver Opera’s opening production of the company’s exciting 2017–2018 season, Puccini’s final opera Turandot, provides the most wonderful, colourful, spectacular and stunning evening. Based on Persian legend, and set in ancient Beijing (Peking), Turandot is the dramatic story of an icy princess, … Read more
When I realized that Evita Perón actually died two years before I was born, I was frankly surprised. The fact that I have such vivid memories of her as a beautiful, fiery, mythic figure is a real testament to her enduring legacy. So you can imagine my excitement as I attended the Opening Night … Read more
Vancouver Opera Brings First Ever Concert to City of Surrey Live Show, February 8, Surrey Arts Centre The powerful art of opera singing will be on display in Surrey next month when Vancouver Opera presents “Opera’s Greatest Hits – and More” on Saturday, February 8 at the Surrey Arts Centre. The intimate and affordable family-friendly … Read more