Review: Tosca/Lyric Opera of Chicago
RECOMMENDED Puccini's score for "Tosca" is chock-full of thrilling moments. The crashing opening chords introduce us to Angelotti, whose escape from prison drives the plot. We don't wait long for Cavaradossi's throbbing ode to his love, "Recondita armonia." Tosca's calls of "Mario! Mario!" are heard from offstage, and by then we are completely beguiled, awaiting […]