Collegiate Chorale:Mefistofele
Here we go again at Carnegie Hall to view the premier of Mefistofele presented by the Collegiate Chorale.
Without further ado, let’s get on with the show!
In a nutshell, this Opera is a prologue presented in four acts. While we think everything is evident, just then some more unexpected twists and turns erupt.
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- Collegiate Chorale:Mefistofele
Arturo Chacón-Cruz, left and Eric Owens in Mefistofele, conducted by James Bagwell. The Collegiate Chorale, Carnegie Hall, November 6, 2013. Credit Photo: Erin Baiano
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- Collegiate Chorale:Mefistofele
Mefistofele, conducted by James Bagwell. The Collegiate Chorale, Carnegie Hall, November 6, 2013. Credit Photo: Erin Baiano
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- Collegiate Chorale:Mefistofele
Mefistofele, conducted by James Bagwell. The Collegiate Chorale, Carnegie Hall, November 6, 2013. Credit Photo: Erin Baiano
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- Collegiate Chorale:Mefistofele
Mefistofele, conducted by James Bagwell. The Collegiate Chorale, Carnegie Hall, November 6, 2013. Credit Photo: Erin Baiano
This back and forth journey brings us to the edge of our seats as we explore a love triangle between Mefistofele – the main character, Marta, Margherita, and Faust.
While it seems like a challenge for the audience to keep up with the story-line, it gets easier as we progress onward.
The background of the Collegiate Chorus accompanied by the incredible synchronization of the Symphony, provides serenity to a chaotic love story.
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- Collegiate Chorale:Mefistofele
Joseph Michael Brent, left, and Arturo Chacón-Cruz in Mefistofele, conducted by James Bagwell. The Collegiate Chorale, Carnegie Hall, November 6, 2013. Credit Photo: Erin Baiano
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- Collegiate Chorale:Mefistofele
Julianna Di Giacomo and Arturo Chacón-Cruz in Mefistofele, conducted by James Bagwell. The Collegiate Chorale, Carnegie Hall, November 6, 2013. Credit Photo: Erin Baiano
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- Collegiate Chorale:Mefistofele
Arturo Chacón-Cruz in Mefistofele, conducted by James Bagwell. The Collegiate Chorale, Carnegie Hall, November 6, 2013. Credit Photo: Erin Baiano
As the lovers attempt to sneak around while denying to the world the reality of infinite desire, Mefistofele becomes even more interesting. A potpourri blend of betrayal, deceit, anger, wrath, revenge- and of course love.
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- Collegiate Chorale:Mefistofele
Eric Owens in Mefistofele, conducted by James Bagwell. The Collegiate Chorale, Carnegie Hall, November 6, 2013. Credit Photo: Erin Baiano
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- Collegiate Chorale:Mefistofele
Julianna Di Giacomo and Arturo Chacón-Cruz in Mefistofele, conducted by James Bagwell. The Collegiate Chorale, Carnegie Hall, November 6, 2013. Credit Photo: Erin Baiano
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- Collegiate Chorale:Mefistofele
Manhattan Girls Chorus in Mefistofele, conducted by James Bagwell. The Collegiate Chorale, Carnegie Hall, November 6, 2013. Credit Photo: Erin Baiano
We would be lying if we said we didn’t love every minute of it.
As always, the Collegiate Chorale and the setting of Carnegie Hall – one of New York’s iconic venues, never fails to deliver an outstanding experience. We can only look forward to more performances in the near future.
By: Laura Artis
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