We
just met a magnificent operatic presence, a world-class opera diva who will
very soon capture world attention, just like Alison. She is already a
very bright star with sparkling talent. And what is her name ? ANN
PLAGIANOS. Expect to hear a lot about her! Do not forget the name,
she is a real gem! Her official biography tells us that
the Dramatic mezzo-soprano
Ann Plagianos "has made her European debut to critical acclaim in the title
role of Massenet's opera "Herodiade" with Montserrat Caballe, Juan Pons, and
Jose Carreras with the Teatro Dell' Opera in Rome, Italy. A semi-finalist in
the Metropolitan Opera District "Regional Competition in NYC, she has toured
with New York City Opera in their production of "Carmen". Captivating
audiences throughout the States and Europe with both her vocal opulence and
dramatic portrayals,
Ms.
Plagianos' roles include Amneris in "Aida", Eboli in "Don Carlo", Santuzza
in "Cavalleria Rusticana", Laura in "La Gioconda", Azucena in "Il Trovatore",
Ortrud in "Lohengrin", Adalgisa in "Norma", Flora in "La Traviata, Frugola
in "Il Tabarro", Isabella in "L'Italiana in Algieri", Maddalena in "Rigoletto",
Suzuki in "Madama Butterfly", Prince Orlofsky in "Die Fledermaus", Lola in "Cavalleria
Rusticana", and Mrs. McLean in "Susannah".
In
addition to her world-class talent, Diva PLAGIANOS is a writer,
a thinker, an artist and a torch of spirituality. She is the kind of stars
you trust, you admire and love to be in their entourage. Brilliant,
sparkling vocal virtuosity, dominant stage presence and personal warmth
define the trilogy of the unique and captivating rich operatic aura of
this diva.