Lilly Jørstad — the mezzo-soprano who was strangely considered ‘unsuitable’ to continue her studies at the La Scala Academy — has gone on to demonstrate what a bizarre decision that was. She has been … [Read more...] about Young mezzo Lilly Jørstad wins important grant from her ‘homeland’
Lilly Jørstad
La Scala’s ousted singer returns for Cenerentola at La Scala
Alexander Pereira’s appointment as General Manager of La Scala came with the usual chorus of protests which accompanies almost all changes at this highly conservative theatre, and there was even a … [Read more...] about La Scala’s ousted singer returns for Cenerentola at La Scala
Lilly Jørstad – La Scala’s Rosina – kicked out after last performance
The mezzo-soprano Lilly Jørstad, who has just completed a triumphant run of performances as Rosina at La Scala, has been told that she is 'unsuitable' to complete her second year at the La Scala … [Read more...] about Lilly Jørstad – La Scala’s Rosina – kicked out after last performance