Last night we had our Dress Rehearsal for Rusalka, which will open on Saturday night. The production, which came from Theater Erfurt in Germany, is really quite stunning with a pool on set, shimmering costuming, and remarkable lighting effects. The story, based on Hans Christian Anderson’s fairytale The Little Mermaid, is one that most of us are familiar with, and our production heightens the fantastical elements, which successfully strikes the imagination of observers to create an unforgettable artistic vision.
Julie Makerov and Michael Schade are wonderfully matched to lead a strong cast of singers. I am very much looking forward to opening night on Saturday.
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