Fantasy of the opera
Midnight in Paris
–
the theme for this
year’s Fantasy of the Opera Gala –
inspired many to make fashion choices
previously unconsidered for a black-
tie gala. “We really thought we could
have some fun with this – and hoped
our guests would, too,” said Courtney
Rosen, chairman. With the Grand Foyer
transformed into the streets of Paris,
and the Opera Club transformed into
the Moulin Rouge downstairs, the night
evoked many a misty memory of that
romantic city. And the crème de la crème?
“
Hearing and seeing opera star Lucas
Meachem belting ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’
with the band!” said Rosen.
Call to get
advance notice
of Backstage
Tours and
Fantasy.
(312) 827-5656.
“
I’m ever grateful to Gianna
Rolandi for believing in my
talent and giving me such a
marvelous opportunity!”
—
Bernard Holcomb,
tenor
(
R)
Ryan Opera Center alumnus 2012/13
“..
the Ryan Opera Center is without a doubt
the finest program of its kind. I am grateful
for the myriad opportunities, as well as all the
wonderful people who make Lyric the special
place that it is.”
—
David Govertsen,
bass-baritone
Ryan Opera Center alumnus 2012/13
“
No other training program in
the world puts such great faith
in their young artists. I can’t
imagine a better way, or a better
place, to have been prepared for
the rigors of an operatic career.”
—
Evan Boyer,
bass
Ryan Opera Center alumnus 2012/13
“
Gianna’s insight into the
character and music has been
invaluable!! It is really fantastic
to see a person with her life
experiences be so willing to give
back so generously to young
artists.”
—
Kiri Deonarine,
soprano
(
upper R)
Ryan Opera Center alumna 2012/13
Gianna Rolandi’s Next Chapter
Gianna Rolandi
(
c)
,
with departing singers
(
L-R)
Joseph Lim, Kiri
Deonarine, David Govertsen, Evan Boyer, Cecelia Hall, Bernard
Holcomb, has concluded her 7-year tenure as Ryan Opera Center director.
She continues with the program in the new position of vocal consultant.
Ryan Opera Center
(
L-R)
Fantasy cochairman
David J. Valkema, chairman
Courtney Rosen, silent-
auction chairman Louise
Johnson, and raffle chairman
Allison Alexander dressed
to the nines for Fantasy of
the Opera.
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