“. . . it was left to an American Mrs Lovett, Alissa Anderson, to show the natives how it should be done. . . Anderson was the best of all

“William Raskin (Casanova/Calaca) was yet another terrific [baritone], his instrument flexible and engaging.” — Opera Today “I want to bring opera back to its essence: going on stage, baring your soul with

“Amado enlisted acclaimed American soprano Mary Wilson for these iconic songs, a touchstone for singers. Surprisingly, this was Wilson’s first time performing them, something certainly not apparent in her radiant