David Mogilner
David Mogilner
Recent Stories
‘Sonata’ hits a dramatic chord
The Yale Repertory Theatre’s recent production of Ingrid Bergman’s “Autumn Sonata,” based on the 1978 film of the same name, is a challenging but rewarding experience. Though intense and somewhat melodramatic, “Autumn Sonata” is a moving insight into the nature of family.
WEEKEND | Concerts for Credit
In 2005, an anonymous gift of $100 million fell into the lap of the Yale School of Music.
WEEKEND | Love Live Lounge
Sometimes I despair at American contemporary music. Often, it seems that pop artists are too scared to unplug the synthesizers, lose the auto-tune and pay attention to pure vocals, inventive instrumentation and a good melody. So forgive me for being sentimental but allow me step over the pond to purvey the inventive new ways British artists are approaching live music.
WEEKEND | Anna Nicole Smith: The Opera - Too Soon?
From the librettist who brought you the time-honoured classic 'Jerry Springer: The Opera' has come an equally controversial and thought provoking production: "Anna Nicole."
WEEKEND | Music Lovers: What Yale Can Do For You
Yale likes to bash us over the head with the number of resources it has: special collections, vast libraries and any other sources we might want to use on a paper or assignment. But for music lovers, the resources extend beyond the classroom.
WEEKEND | Bite-Sized Culture at the YCBA
As Yale tour guides are fond of saying, "There's almost too much to do here." Music lovers are especially pampered in this regard.
Met Opera remains loyal while moving forward
The New York Metropolitan Opera’s annual press conference is seldom surprising.
WEEKEND | "Giovanni" brings comedy without tragedy
"Don Giovanni" is perhaps Mozart's greatest opera. His blend of the comic and tragic (in technical terms Buffa and Seria) redefined the genre, meaning that any good production must bring both to the table. The Yale School of Music's production, which finished its run yesterday, told half the story: I laughed but wasn’t even close to tears.
WEEKEND | Learning from Levity
This past Saturday, Mixed Company kicked off the a cappella jam season with a highly entertaining installment in their "Snow Job" series.
WEEKEND | Philharmonia revitalizes the old
Here's something we already know: Yalies are pretty lucky. But I'm not talking about the amazing academic opportunities or the unparalleled resources. I'm referring to the wide range of world-class performances and concerts we can attend on any given day. The Yale Philharmonia is one of those gems.