Stopping by Philly on a Snowy Evening: Molly Sweeney from the Lantern Theater
I’ve long held that Philly’s best actors are as good as those anywhere, and you’ll see that here.
Sparkle, Lisette, Sparkle!: Opera Philadelphia’s Archival Production of La Traviata (for Parterre Box)
God is in the details, as they say—and in passage after passage, Oropesa realized those details as few singers have.
One Little Soldier: Opera Philadelphia Streams Soldier Songs
You will not soon forget David T. Little’s harrowing, riveting monodrama, nor Johnathan McCullough’s performance.
Philadelphia Stories: Two Local Theaters Enter the Streaming World (for Parterre Box)
With virtual streamed productions, the Wilma and PTC show that a path forward might also bring national recognition.
Bel canto, from a distance: The Giargiari competition at AVA (for Parterre Box)
Our critics had three top picks, as did the judges… and they were different.
“Music, Give Us Hope” — Two Exceptional Singers in a Moving Recital (for Parterre Box)
This lovely program of arias, duets and songs reveals an entrepreneurial spirit and undaunted good humor.
A Necessary Luxury: Katharine Hepburn in Holiday and The Philadelphia Story (for Parterre Box)
David and Cameron discuss some of the greatest comedic performances ever filmed.
Dormant Spring: AVA’s Class of 2020 in a Virtual Graduation Recital (for Parterre Box)
Through the now-familiar technology of Zoom, some emerging AVA artists show their stuff.
Supporting Our Artistic Community
The spread of COVID-19 will disproportionately impact artists and performing arts institutions. We have compiled information on cancellations and ways to help.
REVIEW: Out of the Blue: Porgy and Bess at the Philadelphia Orchestra (for Parterre Box)
Even in a concert performance, soprano Angel Blue’s radiance and warmth shine through.
