Past Production Reviews
4...erwärmte sich ihre Stimme sofort und war danach die vollen vier Stunden mit abweisenden oder warmen Tönen stets wunderbar präsent, steigerte sich zu einer famosen „Toi qui sus le Néant des grandeurs de ce monde“ – Arie, die den stärksten Applaus des Abends erhielt.
Herbert Fritsch , known for his colorful and extremely lively productions, makes all the actors appear like puppets in constant motion and demands everything from the singers. There is hardly a moment when there aren't exaggerated gestures and constant jumping, twitching and grimacing. Everything looks extremely abstract. This may have some entertainment value, but over time it just becomes too much.
Herbert Fritsch , known for his colorful and extremely lively productions, makes all the actors appear like puppets in constant motion and demands everything from the singers. There is hardly a moment when there aren't exaggerated gestures and constant jumping, twitching and grimacing. Everything looks extremely abstract. This may have some entertainment value, but over time it just becomes too much.
Wojciech Parchem offered a characterful and healthily-produced tenor as Red Whiskers, suggesting that he also could be a fine Vere.
