‘Robeson’ Review: Davóne Tines as the Tortured Hero

At Little Island, the life and repertoire of the controversial singer, actor and activist Paul Robeson were explored in a new work performed by Mr. Tines and conceived by the bass-baritone and director Zack Winokur. By Heidi Waleson  July 1, 2024 at 5:30 pm ET Khari Lucas and Davóne Tines.  PHOTO: PHOTO: JULIETA CERVANTES New York Little …

Spoleto Festival USA Review: Timely Opera and Ancient Drama

‘Ruinous Gods’ struggles to find musical or narrative coherence in its depiction of the toll forced migration takes on children; Denis O’Hare and Lisa Peterson’s ‘The Song of Rome’ offers a sophisticated modern spin on Virgil’s ‘Aeneid. By Heidi Waleson May 29, 2024 at 3:11 pm ET Karim Sulayman  PHOTO: WILLIAM STRUHS Charleston, S.C. In the past, …