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Performer: Edward Parks

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The Shining: powerful psychodrama from Lyric Opera of Kansas City

Edward Parks (Jack) and Kelly Kaduce (Wendy) © Ken Howard
“Here's Johnny!” Paul Moravec’s opera, based on Stanley Kubrick's film of Stephen King's novel, proves gripping in Eric Simonson's production. 
*****
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Merrily We Roll Puccini: Boston Lyric presents Bohème in reverse

Jesus Garcia (Rodolfo) and Lauren Michelle (Mimì) © Olivia Moon
Yuval Sharon’s production of La bohème turns the opera upside down... with captivating consequences.
****1
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Méphistophélès, the master puppeteer

Chicago's new Faust is a quest for youth but also a reflection on insipiration, fabrication and manipulation. 
****1
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Steve Jobs scores a success in Santa Fe

Mason Bates's much-hyped first opera, The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs, excited Santa Fe audiences despite its dramatic shortcomings.
***11
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One-shot saloon: Operalia triumph for the ladies

Operalia is a curious beast among voice competitions. Step onto the stage, belt out your aria and, before you’ve barely had time to acknowledge the applause, the next contestant shuffles along the conveyor belt. A one-shot saloon.