I lied! I said I wouldn't be doing any more posts about Opera this Summer.....but, the wonderful, witty Mim
http://ammdh.blogspot.com/ just posted about her Mother - who was, in fact, a professional Opera singer. Mim included a photo of her Mum in the role of Marguerite - the tragic heroine of Gounoud's Opera - "Faust". I won't explain the plot - as Mim's Mum did quite a good job of it on her post. But, as we are doing "Faust" here this Summer, I thought I should show a few photos...
Pictured above are Patricia Racette (as Marguerite) and Stefano Secco (as Faust). In order to have "youth" and "love". Faust sells his soul to ..... the Devil.
After many trials and succumbing to temptation...
Maguerite, is "saved" and ascends the "stairway to Heaven".... without Faust... who must pay the Devil with his soul...
And....not to end on such a serious note, here are a few photos of some of the "Supers" in this production.
THE END!
Hope you enjoyed this Mim.... it really is my last Summer Opera Post!
Love,
♥ Robin ♥
Wonderful post Robin! I loved the photos. We all love the Opera posts, so you don't have to keep your promise!
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I just loved Mim's post, wow a mom who sang opera. And I love these pictures too, in more proper costumes LOL than the other guys. I echo Annie, we all love these posts. It's like being backstage during the performance.
ReplyDeleteDelicious. I could happily read opera posts every single day. Thanks, Robin!!
ReplyDeleteI shall look forward to the resumption of your opera posts when the autumn season starts then Robin. Really wonderful photos. My mother is totally staggered that I want to borrow some of her Wagner collection! I did promise to give it a go though and I must admit that I am looking forward to it. xx Jos
ReplyDeleteRobin, you've made me look at opera through your eyes and have opened the world I've been so resistant to! You can do opera posts daily and it would be welcomed!
ReplyDeleteI also loved Mim's post! Wow, what a perspective from a four year old's point of view.
Wonderful shots of the starts...love the "end" shot!
Are you considering an October visit for real? I would squeal with delight!
xoxo
Love,
Lo♥
october.
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october!
oh that shadow. i see shadows like that once in a blue, ah, purple moon and i am so frightened i have to shop.
i am making no sense. it's time for bed.
xoxox thought of you this afternoon....
Anne, I always try to keep promises....it is especially important for me to....and you kno why.
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♥ Robin ♥
Suki, I know you too, have parent-related memories when it comes to Opera... but I am glad you enjoyed being "backstage" this Summer with me!
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♥ Robin ♥
Willow.... my kindred spirit! Hey - we even wear the same size shoe! Ha-ha!
ReplyDeleteThis Autumn, SF Opera will have the return of Placido Domingo! This should make for a good post!
Hugs,
♥ Robin ♥
Jos - hooray! I am happy you are about to step (delicately) into the "Wagner Waters".....
ReplyDeleteBut there is nothing wrong with being "just" a lover of Verdi or Puccini....
Keep me posted!
Hugs,
♥ Robin ♥
Lo, I think of your EVERY time I hear Sopranos.... (not "THE Sopranos"..ha-ha)!
ReplyDeleteGlad you "got" my "The End" shot!
Yes, I am seriously thinking of journeying back East.... my life has changed so much and I would love you and KJ to become a greater part of it... I miss the East!
Love,
♥ Robin ♥
"KJB".... I love your midnight ramblings....
ReplyDeleteand happy you came for a visit. "Madame Butterfly" is one of the most beautiful (and poignant) of operas.... you have exceptional taste!
Love, Love,
♥ Robin ♥
LOVED this. crazy week for me, barely time to visit everyone but this is lovely - thank you Robin
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