Wednesday 12 September 2007

Tuesday notes

A few remarks about yesterday, which was rather non-descript in terms of weather. Same as before. In the evening, I attended a performance of Rossini's opera La Cenorentela, known in English as Cinderella. It was put up by Scottish Opera as part of a 19-performance tour of Scotland which stretches from Kirkwall in the north to Biggar in the south. Every second or third night, the company puts up a show.

The music was provided by a very proficient pianist, with seven actors on stage. The decor was cleverly designed with revolving panels, which could also fold out and turn into a different background. It was very good indeed, and I thoroughly recommend it to anyone in Scotland between now and October 20th. The link above gives more details about the performance and venues.

4 comments:

  1. Sounds like an interesting show, Guido. Glad you enjoyed it.

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  2. Isn't it wonderful that the Dramatic Arts can come to even the remotest parts of Scotland to give pleasure to everyone.  I would have like to have joined you Guido.  Sounded like a wonderful night of entertainment.
    We baegan the morning with lovely sunshine but its now clouding over....sad!

    Jeanie

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  3. Oh, my daughter's favorite when a young girl, so I've seen many productions of Cinderella, from muppets version to lovely ballets.  This one sounds quite enjoyable and of quality, that'd still interest her now 13-year old self.

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  4. So now you are going to the opera.  You are always a surprising fellow.  Opera is a strain for me, but ever once in a while I tackle it on PBS.  Gerry

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