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With the Metropolitan Opera sliding down the slopes of bankruptcy, and with the possibility of closing its doors due to an inevitable lockout, Peter Gelb has come under serious heat. -
From the Met to Covent Garden, Even with Glitches, Live Opera Broadcasts Are Here to Stay
"There is this cultural kind of gladiatorial aspect to opera singing and opera singers because they are out there, they are singing into [hidden] microphones for the purpose of the audiences in movie theatres but they are not being amplified, they are on their own." -- Peter Gelb -
The Column: Royal Opera's New 'Parsifal' is a Radical and Truly Visionary Production
It may have divided opinion, but Classicalite's contributing editor was riveted by Covent Garden's big new production for Wagner's anniversary year. -
"A Jesuit Must Be Creative" - Pope Francis Reveals His Tastes in Classical Music
During his first long interview, Pope Francis revealed his tastes in music, art and literature, confirming earlier reports that he is an opera fan...
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