Author Archives: barczablog

Cloudy with a chance of symbolism

Posted on October 10, 2013 by barczablog

It’s such a silly title that i couldn’t resist having some fun with it. Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs is the best children’s film I’ve seen in a very long time, one of those films full of lines & … Continue reading →

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10 Questions for Beatriz Boizan

Posted on October 8, 2013 by barczablog

Considered “One of the brightest new lights in the classical world” (The Vancouver Sun), pianist Beatriz Boizán is admired for her vibrant personality, charismatic stage presence, unique musicianship and innate talent to deliver breathtakingly authentic innovative performances of Spanish and … Continue reading →

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The Light in the Piazza

Posted on October 6, 2013 by barczablog

Out of town post #2 Kaffe Fassett & Brandon Mably were the reason I went to Niagara-on-the-Lake, but  once there I jumped at the chance to see the show I was most curious about at this year’s Shaw Festival, namely … Continue reading →

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Rockstar of fabric & yarn

Posted on October 6, 2013 by barczablog

Out of town post #1 I spent two days in Niagara-on-the-Lake.  One can see Toronto from a marathon swimmer’s perspective (as we did after dark).  I took Brandon Mably & Kaffe Fassett down to show them the view.  It’s so … Continue reading →

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Caird & Farley’s Conceptual Bohème

Posted on October 4, 2013 by barczablog

The Canadian Opera Company opened their 2013-2014 season tonight with Puccini’s La Bohème at the Four Seasons Centre.  It’s a new COC co-production with Houston Grand Opera & San Francisco Opera directed by John Caird & designed by David Farley. … Continue reading →

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Headache

Posted on October 3, 2013 by barczablog

The New York City Opera is bankrupt. The GOP has put their foot down, so it’s not clear whether the USA is even open for business.  But that’s nothing.  Let’s talk about something really important. Hockey is showing signs that … Continue reading →

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Soprano Miriam Khalil and pianist Julien LeBlanc

Posted on October 2, 2013 by barczablog

“Press releases and announcements” are presented verbatim without comment. Soprano Miriam Khalil and pianist Julien LeBlanc present recital at West end art gallery TORONTO – Soprano Miriam Khalil and Acadian pianist Julien LeBlanc will bring their recital Airs Chantés to … Continue reading →

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In Pace Requiescat

Posted on October 1, 2013 by barczablog

“Press releases and announcements” are presented verbatim without comment. In Pace Requiescat Opera 5 Returns With Edgar Allan Poe-Based Operas in a Haunted House October 27th, 30th, 31st 7:30PM Arts and Letters Club 14 Elm Street Tickets Online $25.00 Students/$30.00 … Continue reading →

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Ready for Prime Time: Savitri & Sam

Posted on September 29, 2013 by barczablog

Okay, maybe the headline tells you what show i am about to watch on TV, coming home from a (hint hint) Saturday night opera.   But i really mean it, they’re ready. Tonight I went to see a public presentation … Continue reading →

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Bohemian courtship: being Rodolfo, winning Mimi

Posted on September 28, 2013 by barczablog

Who is Rodolfo? He is a young poet in love.  And he is the hero of Puccini’s La Bohème, opening in a new Canadian Opera Company production on October 3rd at the Four Seasons Centre. In this production, three different … Continue reading →

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