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Monday, October 18, 2010

"Cyrano" - San Francisco Opera's Latest

Hmmmm....where have I been, you may wonder?  Well, at my "second home" - San Francisco Opera! We are fortunate to have the wonderful Placido Domingo starring in "Cyrano de Bergerac"...it opens next Sunday and while I have attended two Piano Rehearsals and one complete rehearsal (with Orchestra), we have yet to hear "the great one" sing one note! He does, however, look marvelous in his black leather costume, complete with white plumed hat and rapier!  He moves gracefully and forcefully for a 69 year old...and fences beautifully.  He has not sung because he is finishing up a dual run at LA Opera....singing the role of Pablo Neruda in "Il Postino" and also conducting "The Barber of Seville"....

Sigh...no photos of Placi yet.... I met him years ago in Bayreuth, Germany, when I was young and quite lovely.  A friendship ensued and I flew to LA as his guest several times...and...he even visited me in SF - at the very place I still live at....but, at the very same time....I met my Ex....  it was a complicated, operatic-like moment in my life...  still, although we have not communicated in 16 years....I am hoping to be able to see him and take a photo for you all. (Going to the Final Dress on Thursday.)







In the meantime, here are a few photos of other cast members......  I hope you enjoy!  To be continued....

Love,

♥ Robin ♥
Posted by Robin at 10:35 AM
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18 comments:

  1. freezeOctober 18, 2010 at 12:22 PM

    You know Placi? Wow! I hope you have a great time when you go to Cyrano. And let us know about it! :)

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  2. Amanda SummerOctober 18, 2010 at 1:45 PM

    wonderful fotos robin!!! if you run into one of the 'fencers' in the production - name is peter greathouse - tell him hi!!

    xoxo

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  3. sukipoetOctober 18, 2010 at 3:18 PM

    Wonderful photos. Great costumes and makeup. My, you do have some romantic tales in your background. You surprising woman, you. What a great story and memory. You must say hello to him for sure. Oh I'm so excited.

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  4. kjOctober 18, 2010 at 8:33 PM

    i totally LOVE every one of these pictures. 'colorful cast' doesn't begin to describe this.

    and placi: i'm eager for more details. :)

    love love
    kj

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  5. studio loloOctober 19, 2010 at 5:15 AM

    I feel like the cat who swallowed the canary now that I "know...!"

    The photos ARE wonderful as is your story telling.

    More, more!!

    love,
    lo♥

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  6. Lori annOctober 19, 2010 at 10:57 PM

    Dear Robin,

    I had hoped to see "Il Postino", I love the story, LOVE Pablo Neruda and I'm sure I'd have loved Placido also. I read the review yesterday in the L.A. Times (and thought of you!), all shows were sold out, it was brilliant. I'm sorry I missed it.

    Your passion for the opera is contagious!

    xxo
    lori

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  7. RobinOctober 20, 2010 at 7:43 AM

    Coolfreeze....indeed, I do know Senor Domingo! And I can say that everything you have read about him is true...he is sweet, super-intelligent and of course, the voice - still going strong at 69! Tomorrow I will be at the "Cyrano" Final Dress and will post about it.

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  8. RobinOctober 20, 2010 at 7:45 AM

    Amanda, I promise to find Peter Greathouse tomorrow and say hello from you! If I can get a photo for you, I will. All of the fencers are superb!

    Love,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  9. RobinOctober 20, 2010 at 7:47 AM

    Suki.... yes, I did lead an adventerous life when I was a "lass".... as you know, TRAVEL opens so many doors! And....I have already said "hello" to Mr. D in person....more soon! Ole!

    Love,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  10. RobinOctober 20, 2010 at 7:48 AM

    KJ... already have seen Placi twice....both times, unexpectidly...so no photo yet...tomorrow, I will do my best....

    Love, Love, LOVE,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  11. RobinOctober 20, 2010 at 7:51 AM

    Lo.... si, si....you know....and later that night, went to a lecture featuring most of the "Cyrano" cast....as the crowd gathered around him, he saw me - and as he spoke to his adoring fans, he grabbed my hand and squeezed it as we smiled at each other! It was a sweet moment....and I am happy we have reconnected!

    More tomorrow!

    Love,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  12. RobinOctober 20, 2010 at 7:53 AM

    Lori, I wish I could have seen "Il Postino" too....I actually considered going - but when I had the chance to fly to MA for "YART"...well, it was no contest.... I have friends who went and just loved it! (Charles Castronovo, who played the "Postman" also has a lovely voice and is very handsome.)

    Love what you sent to Lo for Marianne! GORGEOUS!!!!

    Love,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  13. Tess KincaidOctober 20, 2010 at 9:42 AM

    Oh, these portraits of the cast are fabulous, Robin! You know, my daughter had the good fortune to meet Mr. Domingo when she was a contestant in his Operalia competition in Paris a few years back.

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  14. RobinOctober 20, 2010 at 9:52 AM

    Dear Willow... I am not at all surprised your beautiful daughter competed in Operalia...and I KNOW Placi was impressed.... perhaps she will cross paths with him again. He has an extraordinary memory...for a pretty face and.. a gorgeous voice.

    Birthday Hugs!!!!!

    Love,

    ♥ Robin ♥

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  15. Cris, Artist in OregonOctober 20, 2010 at 6:21 PM

    I am not into Opera.. Except for the phamtom of the Opera. :) but its fun to read about it. What do you do in the Opera? I actually know nothing about what you do. Look forward to pix of Placi...

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  16. marianneOctober 21, 2010 at 7:55 AM

    Oh Robin!!!!! What a wonderful story!
    You know I have one story also not about me but I heard it from a colleague of mine. Such a very very special man!!!!
    Can't wait to see pictures! And one day I will tell you that story dear!

    Love
    ♥♥♥
    >M<

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  17. marianneOctober 21, 2010 at 8:05 AM

    I just read your answers to the comments and Robin I am so happy you re connected again♥

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  18. marianneOctober 21, 2010 at 8:06 AM

    Read your post and comments to my DH. Looked up his CD and we are listening to his great voice now!!

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