It's not enough to hit the notes. There is no point in the singers just standing there and sounding wonderful if they're not connecting with the characters they are portraying.
Bruce BeresfordWith a film, I do my best to understand the author's intentions and try to bring the characters to life.
Bruce BeresfordWith Cold Sassy Tree having its first production, I saw no necessity to do anything other than produce it with the correct setting.
Bruce BeresfordDirecting an opera is similar to directing a play. The singing must not get in the way of the drama.
Bruce Beresford