Israel has plenty to do during the holiday week.
The opera is in the process of reorganizing its managerial responsibilities in order to successfully cope with new challenges.
It is a thought-provoking production, and the costumes, acting, and singing of Verdi’s inspirational music all combine for a memorable experience.
For Lahyani, one of the near-miraculous aspects of opera is how the emotions the singers release on stage enter the heart of the audience instantly, in a never-to-be-repeated moment.
The program includes a diverse selection of almost-certain hits, such as Donizetti’s L’elisir d’amore (The Elixir of Love), which will premier later this year.
The opera features an almost entirely female cast and offers a profound exploration of Catholic culture.
Will the prince be able to repair the damage and keep his love human, or will she morph into a murderous spirit?
With their proven track record, Oppenheim, Sharon, and their cohorts will do the British comics justice and leave their Opera House patrons whistling a tune or two, smiling, or possibly laughing.
Donizetti’s ‘Lucia di Lammermoor’ opens The Israeli Opera’s new season to a cheering audience.
Maestro David Sebba wrote the vocal arrangement and orchestration and translated Sondheim’s lyrics into Hebrew. The Arabic translation was done by Rina Miari.