Ridiculous

[quesarah]

Voigt is not a small woman but to cancel a performance by one of the most sought-after sopranos in the world based on her size seems absurd. I hope she sues. The article is here.

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[a-pawson.livejournal.com]

Very, very strange. Have the Royal Opera House brought in image consultants? Or perhaps this is the start of "Opera-Idol", where looks are everything and vocal talent matters not?

I mean opera singers have always been renowned for their slimline figures haven't they Senor Pavarotti?

[biogeekgrrl.livejournal.com]

Or perhaps this is the start of "Opera-Idol", where looks are everything and vocal talent matters not?

Yes, I've just heard that Simon Cowell is the new booking agent for the Royal Opera House. Super!

I mean opera singers have always been renowned for their slimline figures haven't they Senor Pavarotti?

Too true. I almost hate to go here, but we do have a phrase in English it's not over 'til the fat lady sings. Hmmmm, I wonder where that came from?