Opening night at the Los Angeles Opera on Saturday once again
confirmed the genius of the multi-faceted Mozart and also showcased
young talent in a night of fun-filled laughter. 
From the joyous opening notes of “Le Nozze di
Figaro” (“The Marriage of Figaro”), audiences
should be aware that they won’t be experiencing a
stereotypical night at the opera. They should get ready to
have fun.

There’s more to Ludwig van Beethoven than Für Elise
and the infamous four-note introduction to Symphony No. 5. In fact,
among his catalog of works that number into the hundreds, Beethoven
wrote 17 string quartets.

For over 40 years, Mikhail Baryshnikov has conceded to let his
feet rather than his mouth do the talking. But instead of imagining
what they would say, simply mention the name
“Baryshnikov,” and dance enthusiasts will shower those
feet with praise.