Tag: Opera
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Dharmshala’s Tibetan Capital in Exile Faces Shrinking Embrace of a New Generation
Introduction: A changing heartbeat in Dharamsala Dharamsala, the hill town in northern India that has become synonymous with Tibetan exile life, is undergoing a quiet but meaningful shift. The place long described as the Tibetan capital in exile for a people who fled their homeland after the Chinese occupation is seeing its demographic core age,…
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‘I’m good at doing pain’: Ausrine Stundyte on trauma, adrenaline, and playing a 300-year-old woman
Introduction: A candid moment in rehearsal In a quiet rehearsal room, a room full of piano notes, breath, and the scent of stage makeup, Lithuanian soprano Ausrine Stundyte leans in and makes a blunt declaration: “I am totally not a feminist.” It’s a surprising, provocative start to a conversation that soon spirals into the core…
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I’m good at doing pain: Ausrine Stundyte on trauma, adrenaline and playing a 300-year-old woman
In Her Own Words: The Soprano Who Delivers Pain as Performance In a quiet room of rehearsal, Lithuanian soprano Ausrine Stundyte offers a blunt truth: “I am totally not a feminist.” It’s a line that lands with a paradoxical force, revealing a performer who refuses to be boxed by labels even as she speaks candidly…
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“I’m good at doing pain”: Ausrine Stundyte on trauma, adrenaline and playing a 300-year-old woman
From the Rehearsal Room to the Spotlight The Lithuanian soprano Ausrine Stundyte is no stranger to demanding roles that demand more than vocal virtuosity. In a recent conversation, she pulled back the curtain on the physical and emotional grind behind a performance that requires not just singing, but survival—pain turned into art, adrenaline harnessed into…
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Opera Neon AI Browser: AI-First Web Experience Enters Paid Beta
What is Neon? Opera has been positioning Neon as an AI-first web browser since its surprise unveiling this spring. The mature release has now been shipped to a small, selective group of users who are paying $20 per month to access the browser. The goal, according to Opera, is to offer a more integrated AI…
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The Opera of Dino: A Unique Experience at Immigration
The Opera of Dino: A Unique Experience at Immigration In an unexpected twist of travel, the opera of Dino D’Santiago unfolds in the most unusual setting—an airport immigration waiting area. This encounter suggests that art can emerge even in the least likely places. A Dreamlike Encounter As Dino sits, waiting for his flight to take…
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Protests Erupt at Royal Opera House Over Anna Netrebko’s Performance
Protests at the Royal Opera House On a night meant for celebration, dozens of protesters gathered outside the Royal Opera House to voice their dissent over the controversial performance of Anna Netrebko, a prominent Russian soprano often referred to as “Putin’s diva.” This demonstration unfolded during the opening night of Puccini’s iconic opera, Tosca, heightening…
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Protest at Royal Opera House Over Performance by Anna Netrebko
Protests Erupt at the Royal Opera House Dozens of protesters gathered outside the Royal Opera House in London during the opening night of Puccini’s beloved opera, Tosca, to voice their dissent against the performance of renowned Russian soprano Anna Netrebko. The opera singer, often referred to as “Putin’s diva,” has become a controversial figure due…
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Verdi’s Requiem: A Reverent Tribute to the Love of Opera in Gstaad
In the serene landscapes of Gstaad, a celebration of opera took place that resonated with reverence and artistic excellence. The stunning performance of Verdi’s “Requiem,” conducted by the esteemed Hans von Bülow, transformed the idyllic Swiss resort into a hub of musical appreciation. As attendees gathered, the atmosphere pulsed with excitement, reflecting what Von Bülow…
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Verdi’s Requiem: A Homage to the Love of Opera in Gstaad
In the picturesque Swiss village of Gstaad, an event unfolds that resonates deeply with opera lovers: the performance of Verdi’s Requiem. This work is not merely a composition; it is a monumental homage to the power and beauty of opera, bridging the realms of reverence and artistic grandeur. As the strings swell and the voices…