Evening at the Opera, Tuesdays at 8:00 pM

May 7

Peter Shimkin reviews the contributions to opera of American conductor Thomas Schippers.

May 14

Mel Siegel: Operatic Travelogue

May 21

Barry Gold presents Brünnhilde’s Journey Thru The Ring, Part One. Barry tells us “in a setting of gods, dwarfs, giants, dragons, and warrior maidens (Valkyries) on flying horses, Wagner, has given us an epic tale of fear, love, betrayal, forgiveness, and redemption... all set to some of the most thrilling, passionate, and moving music ever. It's 'Der Ring des Nibelungen,' more commonly referred to as 'The Ring Cycle.' Navigating this world, is the heroine and key protagonist, Brünnhilde, the head Valkyrie and favorite daughter of the the chief god, Wotan. She is the one who consistently grows in self-knowledge and understanding of others, grasps the complexities, and sees the big picture. And, in the end, she is the one who is willing to sacrifice her godly-powers for human love."

May 28

Barry Gold presents Brünnhilde’s Journey Thru The Ring, Part Two