Verdi's Falstaff at Kennedy Center Opera House
The Kennedy Center - Opera House (2700 F Street, NW Washington, DC 20566)
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The last date listed for Falstaff was Tuesday October 27, 2009 / 7:30pm.
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Goldstar Member Tips
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Mark-goldstar on Where to Park
I usually can find a meter on Virginia Ave. a block or two away; and pay until the 6:30 expiration
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Goldstar Member on What to Wear
It was opening night -- lots of folks dressed up, but others were casual.
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KC Cafe on the Terrace Level of Kennedy Center is great!
Goldstar Member Reviews
kevharb
The music was very good, but the performers had weak voices and struggled to be heard. I thought the staging was gimmicky and distracting, but most other people seemed to like it.Written on Oct 18 2009
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vzete8
It was a gas. I didn't expect La Traviata and Rigoletto; it was an excellent production.Written on Apr 30 2010
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Larry Golfer
Very mixed feelings about this performance, unfortunately more negative than positive. On the negative side, anyone familiar with opera who likes the big, beautiful Verdi arias and music will be disappointed here. I did not do the homework on this opera, and so although I expected the type of grand opera music as in La Traviata, Rigoletto, etc., I didn't hear it. The production is more operetta and slapstick than opera, and with no memorable melodies or outstanding performances. Also, although the seats were center orchestra Row Y and I thought they were great, it turned out the acoustics were such that the orchestra many times drowned out the singers and it was difficult to hear the singers without the orchestra interfering. Perhaps if we had sat closer, it would have been a more satisfying experience. On the positive side, there were quite a few laughs for Falstaff as the buffoon, so the evening was not a total loss as the humor made it enjoyable, although not as an opera experience. As another reviewer wrote, the second half is definitely better than the first, and the night scene finale was visually stunning. But overall, again, for those who like opera, it will be a disappointment. I think the audience reflected this with the tepid applause at the end, with no one standing, and no curtain calls, although as a night of entertainment, I could see people had a fun night there.Written on Oct 13 2009
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Frances Soskins
This opera is frenetic. The second half is definitely better than the first. The finale is great. The singers were adequate. The costumes were OK. The music is not the usual lush Verdi. The conductor was wonderful, but the music was sometimes too loud for the singers to be heard above the orchestra. I'm glad this wasn't my first opera experience, else I would be turned off the whole genre.Written on Oct 12 2009
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More Information About Falstaff
Website
http://www.dc-opera.org/performances/falstaff.asp
Quotes & Highlights
- "One of the true great Verdi baritones of our generation.” --BBC Music, on Alan Opie
Description
What happens when an old knight who fancies himself a ladies' man sends identical love letters to two married women? Plenty, as Sir John Falstaff (Alan Opie), Shakespeare's drunken, but much loved rascal, discovers when the merry wives of Windsor (and a few furious husbands) decide to teach him a lesson. Verdi's last opera shows the master at the peak of his power and displays some of his most inventive melodies. This stunning production is directed by Christian Räth and conducted by Sebastian Lang-Lessing in his WNO debut.
Making his WNO debut, baritone Alan Opie was nominated for the prestigious Laurence Olivier Award for Falstaff and hailed as “…one of the true great Verdi baritones of our generation.” –BBC Music
This intriguing production is directed by Christian Räth and conducted by Sebastian Lang-Lessing.
About the Ticket Supplier: Washington National Opera
As the resident opera company of the Kennedy Center, Washington National Opera (WNO) draws on a rich history to offer high-quality grand opera featuring internationally acclaimed artists. Additionally, WNO serves as a vital resource throughout the Washington metro area, bringing opera to a broad public through its award-winning education and community programs.