“At the age of 22 and still a junior soloist, [Francesca] Hayward is already being fast-tracked into principal roles. The self-possession and technical command of her performances have fired enormous interest among critics, bloggers and fans, and ignited hopes that she may become that elusive thing, the next great British ballerina.”
Tag: 10.19.14
Composer John Adams Reflects On “Klinghoffer” Controversy
“Classical music is the slowest-moving boat in the world. Maybe it is a good thing, if it means what I’m doing has meaning.”
Troubled Times Or No, Here’s A New Orchestra Taking Shape And Growing
“With more orchestras declining than thriving, classical music audiences can be forgiven for thinking the brand new Pennsylvania Philharmonic is a mirage.” Especially since it’s performing in towns – Pottstown, York, Bethlehem, and the like – “that can’t always support a professional group.”
King Kong Vs. Godzilla In The Art World: Ron Perelman’s Feud With Larry Gagosian
Perelman, one of the top art collectors on the planet, says that art, “a beautiful thing”, has “been sullied by an ugly business [and] needs to be fixed.” Mega-dealer Gagosian’s side says that Perelman is a “notorious bully” who’d rather file “meritless litigations … [than] pay what’s owed.”
Irish Theatre Wins Big At UK Theatre Awards
“The awards recognize the achievements of regional theater, while the annual Olivier Awards focus on the London stage.”
Publisher Judith Regan Is Back, For Real This Time
“If you’ve read a literary novel, listened to conservative radio, or jacked off to your mom’s favorite erotica in the past 30 years, you’ve probably consumed media that’s passed through the hands of publishing legend Judith Regan.:
Facebook Is Now Trying To Protect Your Privacy (At Least From The Government)
“The social network ‘asks that the DEA immediately confirm that it has ceased all activities on Facebook that involve the impersonation of others or that otherwise violate our terms and policies.'”
Top AJBlogs For 10.19.14
More Death Among the Alternative Press
AJBlog: CultureCrash Published 2014-10-19
AJBlog: For What it’s Worth Published 2014-10-19
AJBlog: Plain English Published 2014-10-18
AJBlog: RiffTides Published 2014-10-17
AJBlog: Real Clear Arts Published 2014-10-17
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How Schubert Blew Apart Songwriting – And Centered Women’s Voices
“The most amazing thing is that a 17-year-old boy can somehow enter into the female pysche with such an incredible amount of understanding as if he himself had experienced such feelings.”