Monday evening at the Metropolitan Opera House was supposed to be a night celebrating Russian opera, with a performance of Tchaikovsky’s “Eugene Onegin.” While it was just that, the gala did face a sizable speed bump: angry protestors. In fact, … Continue reading
Daily Archives: September 26, 2013
The Metamorphosis ballet performed at The Joyce Theater, was an unnerving and remarkable interpretation of Kafka’s work. Edward Weston, who successfully portrayed the suffering protagonist, epitomized the essence of the newly transformed Gregor through his contortionist-like movements. The setup … Continue reading
In James C. McKinley Jr.’s article, “Giving Drug Advice Along With Music”, he discusses the new approach being implemented at the TomorrowWorld festival that begins this Friday, September 27. A nonprofit drug education group will be holding sessions on controlling … Continue reading
In this adaptation of Franz Kafka’s Metamorphosis, Gregor Samsa’s transformation into a giant cockroach is expressed through fluid movement and echoed musicality. The whole performance, including the dance sequences, stage movements, special effects and lighting were amazingly choreographed. Edward Watson’s … Continue reading
Jam-packed audience for a slime-packed stage. Arthur Pita’s interpretation of Metamorphosis will leave you squirming in your seat during an emotional roller coaster. #metamorphosis #slime