TOSCA
by Giacomo Puccini
Set Designer: Steven Kemp
Lighting Designer: Sean A. Russell
Costume Designer: Elizabeth Poindexter
presented at Opera San Jose, 2015
“’Tosca’ enchants in Opera San Jose opener. The production as a whole was entertaining, titillating, and, at moments, wonderfully heartwarming.” – Elijah Ho, San Jose Mercury News
“Under the secure direction of Brad Dalton, there were no distracting novelties.” – Heather Morris, Peninsula Reviews
“Opera San Jose begins its new season a powerfully dramatic ‘Tosca.’ The audience at last Sunday’s performance leapt to their feet with loud applause and bravos at the fall of the curtain.” – Mort Levine, Milpitas Post
“This ‘Tosca’ features searing drama. Brad Dalton keeps this grand cast moving and involved throughout the performance. This ‘Tosca’ was well worth the time and attention with its magnificent performance and cast.” – Camille Bounds, Gilroy Dispatch
“In presentation, Opera San Jose’s ‘Tosca’ is excellent. It got a long standing ovation on opening night.” – Iride Aparicio, Cultural World Bilingual
“Opera San Jose opens its season with an impressive ‘Tosca.’ What a joy it was to hear and see this gripping piece with its timeless human conundrums performed so well. The production won a lot of fans, as the final ovation demonstrated.” – Charlise Tiee, San Francisco Classical Voice
