Comments for Edward Seckerson

Comment on Briefly… Falstaff, Glyndebourne Festival Opera by Edward

Edward — Sat, 25 May 2013 10:56:10 +0000

Correction! I am reliably informed that the felines in Falstaff and puppeteered by human hands! Mea culpa…

Comment on Liza on an E, Vaudeville Theatre (Review) by Paul Bentley

Paul Bentley — Fri, 24 May 2013 08:55:59 +0000

E on Liza = Mr. Seckerson on top form.

Comment on Sir Colin Davis – the mellowing of a firebrand by S M A A JOHN

S M A A JOHN — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:49:20 +0000

Colin Davis, the gentle giant of music will be greatly missed.

Comment on “Wozzeck”, English National Opera, London Coliseum (Review) by tina maxwell

tina maxwell — Sun, 12 May 2013 17:53:13 +0000

I couldn’t have out it better myself! A fantastic analysis of an amazing evening. thanks!

Comment on The elusive Heather Headley by Edward

Edward — Mon, 06 May 2013 08:40:09 +0000

For me, Art, the show’s management must bear the brunt for so many peoples’ disappointment. It quickly became evident, not long after the opening, that Miss Headley (whom I hugely admire) had taken on more than she could chew. Vocal problems ensued (whether through sickness or strain or both) – even on six shows a week – but by now the reviews were out, the show was a hit, and the management were not about to admit a serious problem. And so it has gone on. Interesting how Miss Headley managed to do both the Lloyd Webber TV special and the Oliviers (where she was nominated) but still not fulfill her obligations to the public at the Adelphi. In these difficult times West End ticket prices are a stretch for many of Headley’s fans so the management should have come clean, dealt with, and rectified the situation – they have a duty to paying customers.

Comment on The elusive Heather Headley by Art Dexter

Art Dexter — Mon, 06 May 2013 07:49:16 +0000

Well done Edward for the honest truth,I had booked matinee tickets months before the shows opening and several weeks before the performance date found out that H.H does not perform at matinees,I managed to resell the tickets via a well known auction site,then did hours of online research to find out when she would be performing due to holidays etc,re booked for an evening performance having read that she would be back performing and yes you guessed it an other understudy was put in place,gutted to say they least but not as gutted as 2 guys I was chatting to in the interval who had travelled from Miami to see her having been assured by the box office that she was going to be starring.I went to the Albert Hall last night (5th May),to see the charity event “night of a 1000 stars” which was to star H.H,and hello and behold half way thru to the show it was announced that Ms H.H would not be appearing…………………I give up

Comment on Edward Seckerson talks to Percussionist Colin Currie by Paul Bentley

Paul Bentley — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 12:34:04 +0000

Fans of percussion concertos should try “Der gerettete Alberich” by Christopher Rouse. It’s the story of what happened to Alberich after Wagner’s Ring. Terrific piece.

Comment on Ian Bostridge talks to Edward Seckerson about Britten by Paul Bentley

Paul Bentley — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 11:48:14 +0000

Really interesting interview – made me want to listen to quite a few Britten pieces again.

Comment on Philharmonia Orchestra, Lugansky, Petrenko, Royal Festival Hall by Paul Bentley

Paul Bentley — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 11:03:40 +0000

Couldn’t agree more.

Comment on Edward Seckerson chats to Betty Buckley by paul kollmar

paul kollmar — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 19:04:36 +0000

already, it’s a NEW season weatherwise.>( in the NYC. area); Tony award –gossip abounds online….>–> but the topic today-4/12—?gossip about Betty’s preponderance for being LATE->>-bloggs ensued- > //make-shift tell-alls-??-))silly,oh so silly–!–; All distinct talents will arouse/spark motivation for criticism//good old fashioned jealousy/– and/or envy…THIS ALSO inspires more motivation for better performances…