Marina Costa-Jackson: "You just have to do it, a lot."
Reviews
The ensemble from heaven sends Don Giovanni to hell
ReviewThe standout of the evening was Justin Welsh as Leporello. With comedic timing second to none, Welsh’s Leporello was long-suffering, but wily, and every scene he was in was hilarious with so much physical comedy it brought the house down.
Daniel shines in Manitoba Opera's Gala Concert
ReviewThe crowd rose to their feet after this aria, applauding and cheering an downright incredible performance. And her singing in the final quartet, from Verdi's Rigoletto, reminded me of Denyce Graves.
Review: Re-telling stories with Amplify 1.0
ReviewIt's been quite the long-haul here in the GTA, but it's great to be back on the beat. After two years out of the habit, it was great to find myself at the Museum of Contemporary Art to check out Amplified Opera's first offering in their concert series — after several delays — AMPLIFY 1.0.
A psyche in vignettes: Steve Jobs in Kansas City
ReviewThe dramatic irony of someone denying paternity (but yet still naming his first computer model after his daughter Lisa) who was no doubt questioning his own lineage is fascinating. Jobs' treatment of the women, and other people, in his life is a dark theme in the work.
Surreal, Devastating Journeys Through Nighttown
ReviewAll I can say, is that I think this opera has an immense future in the opera house, and I cannot wait to see the life it is no doubt going to take.
A Sunday afternoon at Carnegie Hall
ReviewThe composite was a perceptive and refreshingly theatrical portrait of a complex and insightful woman, a musically shimmering, angry and sometimes languid conclusion to an extraordinary Sunday afternoon at Carnegie Hall.
An excellent use of camp: Only an Octave Apart
ReviewMusically, Only an Octave Apart has no business being so clever. The aria/song mash-ups are the product of a lot of thought and respect for the original works, but they're also so much fun.
Edmonton Opera delivers "all-the-feels" Bohème
ReviewThe company has a triumphant opening night in spite of off-stage challenges.
Digital Svabda a ritualistic enigma, with some confusion
ReviewI have to admit, after a while, the music did draw me in. This is an opera I suspect some people will have to sit with, but it will pull you into its language. And when it does, it does feel remarkably transformative afterwards.
Enchanting Production Brings Calgary Opera Back to Live, In-Person Audience
ReviewOn this night, the company’s full roster of emerging artists (now branded as the McPhee Artists in honour of the company’s longtime Artistic Director and CEO) enchanted the audience with a whimsical production that the whole family would enjoy.