Mike Paarlberg, Author at Washington City Paper

The Bible story of Samson is an odd source of inspiration for an opera. Among the more violent stories from the Book of Judges, it celebrates a freakishly strong man […]

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The Pagans Have More Fun in WNO’s Samson and Delilah

GALA’s Exquisite Agony Is a Thoughtful, Entertaining Rumination on Grief

At Studio Theatre, Anchuli Felicia King’s White Pearl Shines

GALA Hispanic Theatre’s La vida es sueño Combines Scheming Royals and Rococo Dialogue

Wolf Trap Opera’s Ariadne auf Naxos Is Lofty and Silly at the Same Time

Washington National Opera’s Latest Tosca Is More Graceful and Memorable Than Most

With Faust and Eugene Onegin, the Washington National Opera Celebrates Country Living

GALA’s El viejo, el joven y el mar Teaches Audiences About Spanish History

A World War I Ceasefire Comes to the Stage in WNO’s Silent Night

Washington National Opera Gives La traviata a Cinematic Feel

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