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La Bohème

Presented by Austin Lyric Opera at The Long Center: Michael and Susan Dell Hall

November 7-November 15, 2009

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La Bohème is the achingly beautiful, mesmerizing tale of doomed romance in Paris, the most romantic city in the world. Don't miss the opera with a cast of young international singers that inspired the musical Rent. In Italian with English Supertitles.

 

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    The Long Center for the Performing Arts > The Long Center: Michael and Susan Dell Hall

    The Long Center for the Performing Arts
    701 W. Riverside Drive
    Austin, TX 78704

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  • Admission Info

    Tickets: $27-$133. Student rush: 1/2 price tickets an hour before curtain.

    Info Phone: 512.472.5992

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  • Dates & Times

    Dates:
    November 7-November 15, 2009

    Times:
    Sat, Nov 7, 6:00pm, Wed, Nov 11, 7:30pm, Fri, Nov 13, 7:30pm, Sun, Nov 15, 3:00pm

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    • Event Name: La Bohème
      "Passionate Performances"
      Review posted by: Silver Stage Siren from Austin, TX, Nov 12, 2009
      

      "La Boheme" has become one of the world's most beloved operas due to its timeless themes and message. The story of love struggling, but yet withstanding, in the face of adversity is as relevant today... Expand

      "La Boheme" has become one of the world's most beloved operas due to its timeless themes and message. The story of love struggling, but yet withstanding, in the face of adversity is as relevant today as it was hundreds of years ago, and it is no surprise that the wildly successful 90s musical "RENT" drew solid inspiration from this opera. Presenting such a well-known opera is a challenge for any company, and the Austin Lyric Opera has succeeded largely by finding talented singers who actually can act as well. The comedic timing of Craig Verm (Marcello) was a standout, with the audience consistently laughing at his witty delivery, no small feat when performing in a foreign language. I was most impressed with the chemistry between Sebastien Gueze (Rodolfo) and Dima Kuznetsova (Mimi). Their tenderness, passion, and youthful flirtatiousness seemed genuine, and they made excellent yet subtle choices regarding their physical contact. Collapse

    • Event Name: La Bohème
      "All elements cohesive!"
      Review posted by: Austin On Stage from austin, Nov 11, 2009
      

      Praising how all the elements of Austin Lyric Opera’s La Boheme's opening night performance worked cohesively - from set and costumes to vocalists and orchestra - Rob Faubion gives the production a... Expand

      Praising how all the elements of Austin Lyric Opera’s La Boheme's opening night performance worked cohesively - from set and costumes to vocalists and orchestra - Rob Faubion gives the production a glowing “4.5 Out of 5 Stars.” - http://tinyurl.com/yaohgc4 Collapse

    • Event Name: La Bohème
      "One to Invite Your Friends"
      Review posted by: JDC from Austin, TX, Nov 10, 2009
      

      Whenever introducing a friend to opera, I start with La Bohème. It’s a classic love story contained within beautiful and emotional music. Tell them it was the inspiration for Rent, and they will... Expand

      Whenever introducing a friend to opera, I start with La Bohème. It’s a classic love story contained within beautiful and emotional music. Tell them it was the inspiration for Rent, and they will happily join you. This production did not let me down. It was a fairly traditional staging of this opera, though the lighting design was exquisite. The performers allowed the emotions to flow freely from their voices, and the Director used the comedy well against the tragic moments. The roommates skillfully played off each other allowing the audience to share in, both, their joys and tears. Gruber and Verm, as Musetta and Marcello, were standouts in their honest portrayals. There was also a good chemistry between Mimi and Rodolfo from beginning to end, a must in such a heart-wrenching story. All in all, it is well worth your time and worth inviting an opera newbie to accompany you. Collapse

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    • Event Name: La Bohème
      "Passionate Performances"
      Review posted by: Silver Stage Siren from Austin, TX, Nov 12, 2009
      

      "La Boheme" has become one of the world's most beloved operas due to its timeless themes and message. The story of love struggling, but yet withstanding, in the face of adversity is as relevant today... Expand

      "La Boheme" has become one of the world's most beloved operas due to its timeless themes and message. The story of love struggling, but yet withstanding, in the face of adversity is as relevant today as it was hundreds of years ago, and it is no surprise that the wildly successful 90s musical "RENT" drew solid inspiration from this opera. Presenting such a well-known opera is a challenge for any company, and the Austin Lyric Opera has succeeded largely by finding talented singers who actually can act as well. The comedic timing of Craig Verm (Marcello) was a standout, with the audience consistently laughing at his witty delivery, no small feat when performing in a foreign language. I was most impressed with the chemistry between Sebastien Gueze (Rodolfo) and Dima Kuznetsova (Mimi). Their tenderness, passion, and youthful flirtatiousness seemed genuine, and they made excellent yet subtle choices regarding their physical contact. Collapse

    • Event Name: La Bohème
      "All elements cohesive!"
      Review posted by: Austin On Stage from austin, Nov 11, 2009
      

      Praising how all the elements of Austin Lyric Opera’s La Boheme's opening night performance worked cohesively - from set and costumes to vocalists and orchestra - Rob Faubion gives the production a... Expand

      Praising how all the elements of Austin Lyric Opera’s La Boheme's opening night performance worked cohesively - from set and costumes to vocalists and orchestra - Rob Faubion gives the production a glowing “4.5 Out of 5 Stars.” - http://tinyurl.com/yaohgc4 Collapse

    • Event Name: La Bohème
      "One to Invite Your Friends"
      Review posted by: JDC from Austin, TX, Nov 10, 2009
      

      Whenever introducing a friend to opera, I start with La Bohème. It’s a classic love story contained within beautiful and emotional music. Tell them it was the inspiration for Rent, and they will... Expand

      Whenever introducing a friend to opera, I start with La Bohème. It’s a classic love story contained within beautiful and emotional music. Tell them it was the inspiration for Rent, and they will happily join you. This production did not let me down. It was a fairly traditional staging of this opera, though the lighting design was exquisite. The performers allowed the emotions to flow freely from their voices, and the Director used the comedy well against the tragic moments. The roommates skillfully played off each other allowing the audience to share in, both, their joys and tears. Gruber and Verm, as Musetta and Marcello, were standouts in their honest portrayals. There was also a good chemistry between Mimi and Rodolfo from beginning to end, a must in such a heart-wrenching story. All in all, it is well worth your time and worth inviting an opera newbie to accompany you. Collapse

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