“Ross is definitely right that we need to let the classical masters out of the cult of “consoling beauty” that we have created for them, by connecting them with the present. But my hunch is that it’s slowly happening – even if the process needs to speed up.”
Tag: 11.29.10
A Lost Generation Of Writers? There Are Flaws In This Theory…
“I could be wrong, but I don’t think the publishing or reviewing community operates in the way Craig describes, either. In my experience, there is, of course, a predisposition to favour established names, but there are also (among reviewers) many experts in tall-poppy syndrome, knives poised, and (among publishers) editors on the urgent search for so-called ‘new voices’.”
Facing Declining Audiences, Colorado Shakespeare Festival Reinvents
“The 54th summer season will be leaner and longer, with fewer plays with fewer actors over a more extended period of time. It will include a major collaboration with the largest theater in eastern Russia. And the biggest news of all: It will be heard. The fest is finally conceding to the times, and the will of the majority of audiences, by putting body mics on all actors on its outdoor amphitheatre stage.”
Muti Denies He Will Lead Rome Opera
“Riccardo Muti has denied published reports that he has signed a contract to become artistic director of Rome’s Teatro dell’Opera. Combining the Rome job with his responsibilities as music director of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra would be too demanding, the Italian maestro said.”
Bolshoi To Beam Performances Worldwide
“In a partnership with French movie theatre giant Gaumont-Pathé, high-definition cameras will capture the performances for audiences in 12 countries, including Canada, the U.S., Italy, Poland, Spain, the Czech Republic, Germany and France.”
Peter Hall Rages Against Arts Funding Cuts
Sir Peter, who has just turned 80, was being honoured for his contribution to world theatre. He urged an audience – packed with top actors and directors – to make “loud noises” against budget cuts. “It’s insane,” Sir Peter said. “I feel really ill at the thought of over 50 years thrown away.”
London Art Critic Suggests Museums Sell Off Work
“Leading art critic Brian Sewell has said council-run galleries should sell off artworks to protect public services threatened by government spending cuts.”
French Electrician Reveals Trove Of Hundreds Of Picassos
“The treasure trove of 271 pieces includes lithographs, cubist paintings, notebooks and a watercolour and is said to be worth about 60m euros (£50.6m). Pierre Le Guennec, 71, reportedly says Picasso gave him the works as gifts.”
Melbourne’s Pit Orchestra in Financial Peril, And Opera and Ballet Cos. Keep Their Distance
“The state’s second orchestra, Orchestra Victoria, faces a significant deficit next year and could go into receivership by May. But the national companies whose performances are accompanied by the orchestra, Opera Australia and the Australian Ballet, appear guarded in response to its plight.”