The new Sovrintendente at La Scala, Alexander Pereira, has backtracked over his decision to start La Scala performances 5 minutes after the official starting time. The theatre, which has proudly … [Read more...] about Starting over: Pereira’s U-turn at La Scala
Richard Burton
Rosalind Plowright answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Singers’ Edition
Q&A When did you start singing? Age 12. I had always sung before but only found my true voice at this age. My father was a bass player and had been playing in the orchestra for a performance … [Read more...] about Rosalind Plowright answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Singers’ Edition
Elizabeth Taylor’s designer clothes to be auctioned
Designer clothes owned by Hollywood legend and fashion icon Elizabeth Taylor, including haute couture by Chanel, Yves St. Laurent and Dior, will be sold at auction in New York, Christie's said … [Read more...] about Elizabeth Taylor’s designer clothes to be auctioned
Director Sidney Lumet Dies at 86
Sidney Lumet, who directed such impassioned, often furious, movies as Serpico, Dog Day Afternoon and Network, died this morning at his home in New York City. He was 86. The cause of death was … [Read more...] about Director Sidney Lumet Dies at 86
Remembering Liz: Elizabeth Taylor, Carla Fracci and Richard Burton at La Scala in Milan
Here is a previously unpublished photo of Elizabeth Taylor when she attended the opening night of the La Scala season in Milan on December 7, 1972 for Un Ballo in Maschera. She arrived late, and … [Read more...] about Remembering Liz: Elizabeth Taylor, Carla Fracci and Richard Burton at La Scala in Milan
