Articles tagged with: Elza van den Heever
Strauss’ ‘Elektra’ at Lyric Opera: Nina Stemme triumphs as vengeful princess with a ready ax
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Review: The great power of Richard Strauss’ “Elektra” lies in the transmogrification of a timeless tragedy through harrowing vocal music reinforced by an orchestral score so vivid, so nearly verbal, that it might stand alone as a symphonic drama. The magnificence of Lyric Opera of Chicago’s current production resides in the depth of its humanity – that depth sounded by tremendous vocal performances and orchestral playing, under Donald Runnicles, that is absolutely graphic. ★★★★
Global opera fans, your elixir awaits: The Met launches seventh season of live HD
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Preview: I’ll take mine with popcorn
Handel trips back to the future as Lyric Opera proclaims the outrageous genius of ‘Rinaldo’
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Not your grandfather’s Handel. 4 stars!