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Classical: “Prince of Players” Is Musically Thin
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“Prince of Players” Is Musically Thin

Florentine production a visual treat, but Carlisle Floyd’s opera puts little meat on bones of gender-bender story.

Classical: Florentine’s Gender Bender Opera
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Florentine’s Gender Bender Opera

‘Prince of Players’ is a Midwest premiere with a very timely theme. And some laughs, too.

Classical: Florentine Offers Opera’s Greatest Hits
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Florentine Offers Opera’s Greatest Hits

And the result is a lovely showcase of great songs and great performers.

Classical: Florentine a National Leader in Recordings
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Florentine a National Leader in Recordings

Milwaukee company has produced acclaimed soundtracks of four contemporary operas.

Classical: Florentine Goes Big Next Season
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Florentine Goes Big Next Season

Expanding to four productions with a very unusual mix of shows.

Classical: Florentine’s ‘Sister Carrie’ Is a Triumph
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Florentine’s ‘Sister Carrie’ Is a Triumph

World premiere boasts strong score, great cast, uneven drama.

Classical: How to Make ‘Sister Carrie’ Come Alive
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How to Make ‘Sister Carrie’ Come Alive

World-class soprano Adriana Zabala undaunted by star role in Florentine’s world premiere.

Classical: How Do I Leave This Family?
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How Do I Leave This Family?

Florentine Opera offers new opera, ‘Three Decembers,’ all about a troubled American family.