
Giannattasio waited until her voice had the richness, color and maturity for such a strenuous part. The excitement of this “Tosca” is the much-anticipated debut of soprano Carmen Giannattasio (dubbed the “Lady Gaga of opera” by Placido Domingo) in the leading role. It was, though, the first-ever opera for my friend Emi, who wanted to understand why so many people love the form. This is my third “Tosca,” so it was impossible to see even the new San Francisco Opera production with fresh eyes.


We saw it here just four years ago, with the amazing Lianna Haroutounian in the lead and tenor Brian Jagde as her beloved, Cavaradossi.

Puccini’ s Great Opera Has a Dazzling Star, Fresh Sets & CostumesĬritics attend a popular opera such as “Tosca” many, many times over the years.
