Entertainment

THE METROPOLITAN OPERA LIVE IN HD FROM NEW YORK

Published

11 years ago

15 May 2014

Tee

THE MET: LIVE IN HD PRESENTS MOZART’S FAMOUS OPERA, COSÌ FAN TUTTE,EXCLUSIVE TO CINEMA NOUVEAU AND SELECT STER-KINEKOR THEATRES

“…a glowing, crisp and buoyant account of Mozart’s Così fan tutte… and the winning cast performed like a crack comedic theater troupe…” – New York Times

The highly successful Season VII of Live in HD from The Metropolitan Opera in New York, launched exclusively at Cinema Nouveau and select Ster-Kinekor theatres in November last year. The season runs through to June this year, and features ten magnificent productions.

From 24 May for a limited season, the penultimate production of the current Met: Live in HD season will be screened at Cinema Nouveau and select Ster-Kinekor cinemas. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s joyful and heart-rending masterpiece, Così fan tutte, marks the triumphant return to the Met of conductor James Levine, who leads a charismatic cast in what is indisputably one of the season’s highlights.

Met Music Director James Levine conducts the first Live in HD performance of Mozart’s barbed romance Così fan tutte, a comic masterpiece about the romantic complications that ensue when a pair of friends decide to test their fiancées’ fidelity. Lesley Koenig‘s sleek production features a cast filled with rising Met stars, including Susanna Phillips (who sang the role of Musetta in La Bohème) and Isabel Leonard as the sisters Fiordiligi and Dorabella; Matthew Polenzani and Rodion Pogossov as their fiancés, Ferrando and Guglielmo; and Danielle de Niese as their feisty maid Despina. Maurizio Muraro is the cynical Don Alfonso.

The soprano Susanna Phillips had what could be a breakthrough night at the Met as Fiordiligi. She has the purity and bloom of a Mozart lyric soprano. Yet her voice can lift phrases with penetrating sound and deep richness. The mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard is a plush-voiced and feisty Dorabella. In their many passages performed in sisterly duet, Ms. Phillips and Ms. Leonard sang with impressively true pitch and a beautifully blended sound. And the exquisite, vivacious soprano Danielle de Niese nearly stole the show as the sassy, worldly-wise Despina.”— The New York Times

The matinee performance of Così fan tutte on 26 April was filmed as part of the Met’s Live in HD series, and transmitted live or as a delayed broadcast to more than 1 950 cinemas in 64 countries around the world, including Cinema Nouveau in South Africa. Soprano Renée Fleming hosts the transmission. Since the Live in HDseries launched in 2006, more than 13 million tickets have been sold to opera lovers worldwide.

“This was prime Levine: a lithe, energetic, transparent account of Mozart’s miraculous score, brisk but not rushed, polished and profound.” — Associated Press

As with Così fan tutte, these grand opera productions are filmed at the magnificent Metropolitan Opera House in New York, home to some of the most talented singers, conductors, composers, orchestra musicians, stage directors, designers, visual artists, choreographers and dancers from around the world. Their past productions have received great acclaim and have gained recognition around the world. Now, and as it has done since Live in HD began, Cinema Nouveau continues to provide audiences with the exclusive opportunity to witness these spectacular and award-winning near-live broadcasts in South Africa.

This glorious production will be screened exclusively at Cinema Nouveau and select Ster-Kinekor theatres countrywide from Saturday, 24 May: Gateway Nouveau, Durban; V&A Nouveau in Cape Town; Somerset Mall, Cape Town; Blue Route Mall, Cape Town; Garden Route Mall, George; Rosebank Nouveau and Bedford Centre in Johannesburg and at Brooklyn Nouveau, Pretoria. Their release onto the big digital cinema screen affords South African lovers of opera the unique opportunity to become an integral part of these ‘near-live’ and breathtaking performances.

The running time of Così fan tutte is approximately 4 hours, with one intermission.

To book tickets and for more information, please visit: www.cinemanouveau.co.za| mobi-site: www.sterkinekor.mobi |Ticketline: 082 16789 (VAS rates apply) | Facebook: CinemaNouveau| Follow us on Twitter: @nouveaubuzz. Download the SK App to your smart phone for updates and to make bookings via your mobile phone.

Video clip: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G3Dp-4Y3rtg

Last two productions of the current Met: Live in HD season:

Così fan tutte – Mozart (releases on 24 May 2014)

Conductor: James Levine

Production: Lesley Koenig

Designer: Michael Yeargan

Lighting Designer: Duane Schuler

Cast: Susanna Phillips (Fiordiligi), Isabel Leonard (Dorabella), Danielle de Niese (Despina), Matthew Polenzani (Ferrando), Rodion Pogossov (Guglielmo), Maurizio Muraro (Don Alfonso)

James Levine conducts the first Live in HD performance of Mozart’s barbed romance Così fan tutte. Lesley Koenig’s sleek production will star Susanna Phillips and Isabel Leonard as the sisters Fiordiligi and Dorabella; Matthew Polenzani and Rodion Pogossov as their fiancés, Ferrando and Guglielmo; Danielle de Niese as their feisty maid Despina; and Maurizio Muraro as the cynical Don Alfonso.

La Cenerentola – Rossini (releases on 07 June 2014)

Conductor: Fabio Luisi

Production: Cesare Lievi

Designer: Maurizio Balò

Lighting Designer: Gigi Saccomandi

Choreographer: Daniela Schiavone

Cast: Joyce DiDonato (Angelina), Juan Diego Flórez (Don Ramiro), Pietro Spagnoli (Dandini), Alessandro Corbelli (Don Magnifico), Luca Pisaroni (Alidoro)

Joyce DiDonato sings her first Met performances of the title character in Rossini’s Cinderella story, La Cenerentola, with bel canto master Juan Diego Flórez as her dashing prince. Met Principal Conductor Fabio Luisi leads a cast that also includes Pietro Spagnoli in his Met debut as the servant Dandini, Alessandro Corbelli as Cenerentola’s stepfather Don Magnifico, and Luca Pisaroni as Don Ramiro’s tutor, Alidoro.

Author: Tee

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The East Coast Radio House & Garden Show 2025

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2 weeks ago

8 April 2025

Shelley

It’s fresh, bright and chockfull of surprises! It’s the 2025 East Coast Radio House & Garden Show, and we’re talking fresh spaces. bright living! A giant breath of fresh air will sweep through the Durban Exhibition Centre when the Show rolls out from Friday 28 June to Sunday 6 July.

fresh spaces. bright living is all about how to tweak or transform your home into one which brings you joy, and allows you to be you! Whether it’s little touches of stylish decor or large sweeps of bold colour and pattern, you’ll leave the Show bursting with new skills from the experts, bright ideas from different brands… and loads of goodies and parcels. Jump on board, the 2025 East Coast Radio House + Garden Show promises to fill your head with creativity to create your own fresh spaces. bright living.

Calling all cooks and homemakers!

This year’s Test Kitchen is the kitchen of the future! Hirsch is at the helm and The Kitchen Studio is creating a space that’ll knock your socks off. Top celebrity chefs (surprises up our sleeve), fabulous personalities (guess who?), crazy cooks (laughter is the best medicine)… the line-up is as long as it is sensational! If cooking’s your happy place, the Hirsch kitchen is the only place to be.

The 2025 East Coast Radio House + Garden Show is going to be child’s play!

This is Durban’s true family show, and we’ve got you well covered for the first week of the school holidays! From littlelies to larger, this year’s kids zone has mushroomed into its own dedicated hall, and has way, way more of what they love! And parents, this one’s for you. Drop and shop – there’s now a super-safe, well supervised drop-off zone, so you can do your thing, while they do theirs. A dedicated Kids Zone in the Coast of Dreams, with a whacky wonderland of activities. Packed with fun, yet competitive, activities and challenges, teens can put their skills to the test! From the incredible Monster Manor to fairytale characters to face-painting, wrestling and bowling, the kids just won’t want to go home.

The East Coast Radio House + Garden Show is always full of winners…

And why shouldn’t it be you? With competitions big and small, you could carry home anything from the coolest kitchen appliance to the hottest sound system, a tantalising voucher to something or somewhere sensational or bags full of your favourite products.

This season, the Show is shining a full spotlight on fresh spaces, bright living, both outdoors and in! Plants, landscaping and new tricks and tools for garden lovers; boys’ toys and bits and bobs for outdoor lovers; and goodies and gadgets for those who live to braai! Renovating, restoring or dreaming of adventure, the Show will take you where you want to go.

We can’t wait to see you there!
www.housegardenshow.co.za

Author: Shelley

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Bluey is coming to Durban for the FIRST TIME!

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2 weeks ago

4 April 2025

Shelley

Wackadoo!
Bluey is heading to Gateway in real life!

Get ready for an UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE at Gateway Thetre of Shopping from 29 April to 4 May and join them for a FREE Meet & Greet with Bluey.

Snap a photo, share a high-five, and make magical memories.
Bring the whole family for some Heeler Bluey fun. Stay connected to their social media page here for more information.

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Get Ready for the Supertech Torque Motoring Festival

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2 weeks ago

4 April 2025

Shelley

The Supertech Torque Motoring Festival is set to return to Dezzi Raceway on April 19th and 20th, 2025.
This annual event, organized by the Supertech Group, promises a weekend filled with high-speed action, family-friendly activities, and entertainment.

Event Highlights:

Hot Laps & Drifting: Experience the thrill of high-speed laps and drifting exhibitions.
Custom Dip Experience: Showcases of vehicle customization and styling.
BMW M Driving Experience Show: A display of BMW’s performance vehicles in action.
Spin Show Extravaganza: Professional drivers performing precision stunts.
Official BMW Merchandise Pop-Up Store: Exclusive merchandise available for purchase.
Circuit Racing Action: Competitive racing events featuring various classes.
Stunt Shows & Historic Feats: Daring performances and record attempts.
Helicopter Flips: Aerial tours offering a unique perspective of the event.
Torque Fashion Show & Concours: A blend of automotive excellence and fashion.
Miniature Radio-Control Car Track: Interactive activities for all ages.
M Lounge: An exclusive area for Supertech M & M Performance customers.
VIP Hospitality Lounge: Premium services and amenities for VIP guests.
Family Fun Time: Activities and entertainment suitable for families.

Ticket Information:

General Access: R200 (Available Online)
Kids (Under 10 Years): Free (Available Online)
VIP Access: R1500 (Includes private viewing deck, seating, complimentary snacks, and beverages)
Hot Laps: R300 (Available exclusively on the MySupertechWorld App)
Drift Rides: R350 (Available exclusively on the MySupertechWorld App)
Helicopter Flips: R750 (Available exclusively on the MySupertechWorld App)

Daily Schedule:

Saturday, April 19th:

09:00 AM – 09:45 AM: Circuit Racing – Session 1
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM: Hot Laps
11:00 AM – 11:45 AM: Drifting Show
12:00 PM – 12:45 PM: Drift Rides
01:00 PM – 01:45 PM: Spinning Show
02:00 PM – 02:45 PM: Stunt Show – SA Record Attempt
03:00 PM – 03:45 PM: Circuit Racing – Session 2
03:00 PM – 04:00 PM: Auction
04:00 PM – 04:30 PM: Fashion Show
04:45 PM – 05:00 PM: M Car Convoy Parade Lap

Sunday, April 20th:

09:00 AM – 09:45 AM: Circuit Racing – Session 1
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM: Hot Laps
11:00 AM – 11:45 AM: Drifting Show
12:00 PM – 12:45 PM: Drift Rides
01:00 PM – 01:45 PM: Spinning Show
02:00 PM – 02:45 PM: Stunt Show – SA Record Attempt
03:00 PM – 03:45 PM: Circuit Racing – Session 2
03:00 PM – 04:00 PM: Fashion Show

Additional Information:

To enhance the festival experience, attendees are encouraged to download the MySupertechWorld App, which offers exclusive access to certain tickets and up-to-date event information. The festival is designed to cater to all ages, making it an ideal outing for families, car enthusiasts, and those seeking a weekend of excitement.

For more details and ticket purchases, visit the official Supertech Group website or follow their social media channels for the latest updates.

Don’t miss out on this premier motoring event that brings together speed, style, and entertainment in one exhilarating festival.