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Joel Kasow's opinion on developments in the world of opera.

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Gala Glitters as Wall Street Shatters

At the Metropolitan Opera's Opening Night Gala, investment bankers, hedge-fund managers and other financial types who form the cutting edge of New York’s boom-times economy appear to be wondering if the fat lady has finally sung.

25 Sep 2008

How To Enjoy Opera: Leave Out The Stage Director

If you are attracted by the notion of appreciating the music without a directorial intervention, here is a choice of events in the coming months.

Is Stéphane Lissner The Right Choice For La Scala?

La Scala named Frenchman Stephane Lissner as general manager and artistic director of the 226-year-old theatre. CK Opera editor Joel Kasow wonders whether Lissner is the right choice for the job.

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