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Friday, August 31, 2012

SF Opera - First Glimpse of the Sets

Rehearsals are underway for our first opera of the Autumn Season - *Rigoletto*.  I thought I would give you a preview of what some of the sets look like.  
Rigoletto

i Capuleti e Montecchi (The Capulets and Montagues)

Moby Dick

                 Lohengrin  
                                                                                                                          
(This one makes me very nervous....PLUS....I don't see a Swan - which plays a prominent role in the Opera...)

Tosca
Do you have a favourite?

Must dash off to another *Rigoletto* rehearsal....more to come soon!

Love,

♥ Robin ♥
Posted by Robin at 2:58 PM
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  1. Cris, Artist in OregonAugust 31, 2012 at 4:15 PM

    wow.. great sets. Very elaborate looking.

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    1. RobinSeptember 1, 2012 at 12:17 PM

      Hi Cris...yes, this year, we are in for a treat! The *Rigoletto* and *Tosca* sets are old...BUT, the others are new...a real TREAT!!!

      Love,

      ♥ Robin ♥

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  2. JosSeptember 1, 2012 at 12:20 AM

    Ohhhh Rigolleto!!!! How fabulous Robin!! One of my ALL TIME faves (as you know I am a bit of an opera philistine with my preference for the fluffy Italian stuff). I have finally managed to integrate your posts into my Google Reader list which is just great because at least now I am reminded to pop by from time to time. Sending you a big hug and somehow I sense things are on the up for you in general. I hope I am right because it lifts my heart to think so. XX Jos

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    1. RobinSeptember 1, 2012 at 12:22 PM

      Jos, OMG! You *found me*...now we can stay in touch! You, a *Philistine*.......NEVER! Although I am a *Wagnerite*...I love the Italian genre too.... and *Rigoletto* is an all-time favourite! (In fact, the FIRST Opera I ever saw.....at 8 years old!) It is not *fluffy*..but Verdi at his finest, darkest...

      Yes, you are right...my life has lightened and strengthened... not perfect, but far better than a few years ago. And...I know it is for you too!!!! This pleases me so much!!!

      Stay in touch!!!!

      Love,

      ♥ Robin ♥


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  3. sukipoetSeptember 1, 2012 at 4:21 AM

    ah so much drama ahead. love the see through sail. and the lohengrin set, magnificent.

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    1. RobinSeptember 1, 2012 at 12:26 PM

      Suki..... yes, it's ALL about drama! I guess that's why I love Opera so much...so many parrallels to our lives!

      And you have astutely selected my two favourites for the season....*Moby Dick* and *Lohengrin*...

      Still....*Rigoletto*...(now, having seen it 3 times)..is really thrilling!!!

      Love to you and the adorable Bibitty,

      ♥ Robin ♥

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  4. Anne Huskey-LockardSeptember 1, 2012 at 6:50 AM

    Gorgeous sets~~I always find it magical how a bare stage can be turned into ANYTHING with a good crew.
    Utterly amazing...would love to watch it all in the works.

    XXOO~~
    Anne

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    1. RobinSeptember 1, 2012 at 12:28 PM

      Anne...yes, yes... you understand! One of the MANY things I love about Opera...is just that...a bare, blank stage....then comes the set...then the chorus, the orchestra, the principal singers....and...voila!.....MAGIC!

      How I wish you could come to see it all unfold....perhaps next year!!!!

      Love,

      ♥ Robin ♥

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  5. MimSeptember 1, 2012 at 6:31 PM

    Sounds like an exciting season - and fun for you right???

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    1. RobinSeptember 2, 2012 at 10:35 AM

      Yes, it promises to be a very exciting season! And yessssss..lots of fun!

      Enjoy your time on *MV*!

      Mim, last night you were in one of my dreams... we actually had a conversation - although, I can't remember what it was about! A-ha-ha! Love, ♥ R ♥

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  6. marianneSeptember 1, 2012 at 10:31 PM

    Looks magical? Did they already set up all those stages or are some of the pictures from prvious times?
    Hope you will enjoy all of those productions dear !

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    1. RobinSeptember 2, 2012 at 10:37 AM

      Marianne...you are right! All of the photos (except for *Rigoletto* - which we are now rehearsing, and *Tosca* - which we own) are from other productions. The sets are just arriving now....

      I'm hoping I will enjoy them all too.. especially *Moby Dick* and *Lohengrin*!

      ♥♥♥♥ Your SF Zuster ♥♥♥♥

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  7. Geraldine September 2, 2012 at 1:56 AM

    Magical indeed!

    Stopping in to leave a hug from me and headbonk from Mr. Cheddar. We liked your comment over at Teri's blog.

    Have a wonderful week!

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    1. RobinSeptember 2, 2012 at 10:39 AM

      Hi Geraldine! Hi Mr. Cheddar! So nice of you to come and visit! Sending you both hugs from me AND headbonks from my Five Furry Ferals!

      ♥ Robin ♥

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  8. Britt-ArnhildSeptember 3, 2012 at 6:00 AM

    Oh my! This looks lovely. How I wish I cpould come over again. I do have Rigoletto on a cd though. I will listen and think of you.

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    1. RobinSeptember 3, 2012 at 9:12 AM

      Britt... you would love seeing our Operas this season...BUT.....next time, for sure!

      I'll add an audio as soon as SF Opera puts one out so you can hear our amazing casts! (Two casts - 12 performances!) The Final Dress Rehearsal is this Wednesday, so I should have something out here then.

      Miss you!!!!

      Love,

      ♥ Robin ♥

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  9. kjSeptember 3, 2012 at 7:53 AM

    now how did jos manage to set you up in her reader?

    i agree with everyone here about the sets. wouldn't that be a fantastic job, to design and build sets?

    i too am glad to know your life is clearly on the upswing. ah, time. it has a healing potion. thankfully!

    love
    kj

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    1. RobinSeptember 3, 2012 at 9:15 AM

      Hmmm...can't explain how Jos did it - but these days, most everyone who reads my blog has accomplished it... one of the *Mysteries of Life* - a-ha-ha!

      Yes, Life for me has improved a lot this year....I am grateful to God and to all my amazing friends.

      Love,

      ♥ Robin ♥

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  10. Amanda SummerSeptember 3, 2012 at 9:44 AM

    wow - what a season!! moby dick as an opera?? fascinating!

    p.s. i think fall is my favorite season too! :))

    xoxo

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    1. RobinSeptember 3, 2012 at 10:22 AM

      Amanda! Dear *Twin* - you are back! I have missed you! I must go and visit your blog as soon as I comment!

      Yes...*Moby Dick* is a relatively new opera - by Jake Heggie. It debuted in Houston - 3 years(?) ago to great acclaim..and has now been produced in Sydney and San Diego. We are LUCKY to have it...I am eagerly awaiting the first rehearsal (Sept. 19th)....will give you a report then!

      Love,

      ♥ Robin ♥

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