Charlie Rose

Margarita   07/02/2008 01:24 AM Report

I cannot begin to describe my admiration for Natalie Dessay. I saw her as Lucia in San Francisco, and I was blown away. I'd say that the San Francisco production had more of a bare, artistic feel that, in a way, inched toward her 'vision' of the perfect operatic production. The mad scene was phenomenal. I got to meet her after the show and she was very kind and gracious. Ms. Dessay is most defintiely a powerhouse, vocally and acting-wise.

rbd  06/21/2008 06:47 PM Report

Ms. Dessay is a great combination of elegance, voice, acting. I just saw/heard her in Lucia in San Francisco. What an unforgettable evening. Her mad scene alone was worth the price of the ticket. My only question is: How does such a petite woman have such power and bel canto technique? (Remember

gigantic Joan Sutherland?)

pirooz  01/05/2008 07:34 AM Report

Natalie Dessay is one of the greatest artists in opera today. This interview which I have watched many times is INSPIRING. She is doing something in opera today beyond the meager imagination of traditional opera fans. Future is on her side.

Mike O  10/21/2007 04:38 AM Report

"Broadway with Opera?" - a wonderful interview with a wonderful personality. J'admire beaucoup les principes que j'ai entendu. I agree with Ms. Dessay that there should be more theater in opera, but disagree that a bare stage is the best answer. The beauty of opera is that it permits the maximum combination of acting, music, scenery and costume. If done right, it can maximize the effect by playing on all the senses, the intellect and surtout l'esprit humain. We are fortunate that Ms. Dessay can command so many of the senses so well, and can only hope that she can perform with those equal or approaching her level of talent. I even dare say that there may be some librettos which are sufficiently dramatic to allay her fears that operatic drama must always be trite. What about Othello and Falstaff? I am not an opera expert, but still would hope there are examples that would be a wonderful showcase for her art. I will certainly look forward to her continuing to stretch the expectations of both the creators and the observers. Merci,

Mike O

Harry  10/20/2007 04:19 PM Report

Those of us that have followed Natalie's career for over 10 years are a little upset that the secret is out -- she is the finest singing actress of her generation, and now we have to share her with the rest of the world. Despite her theatrical aspirations, she is so intuitively musical as to be almost beyond belief, and still remains humble, self-effacing, and bent on self-improvement. I hope she will be able to continue to perform for many years to come.

Ray Rosenheck  10/18/2007 03:46 PM Report

Natalie Dessay was mesmerizing even in an interview. I'll be seeing her in action when "Daughter of the Regiment" is transmitted into theaters in April. She will have her match in the tenor sensation of the day, Juan Diego Florez.

A Long  10/15/2007 02:06 AM Report

She can SING!! Never mind she wants to act etc. etc. She can SING!!

Loved the interview.

Glenn M Ford  10/13/2007 11:56 PM Report

Ms. Dessay's interview was outstanding. Not only did she come across with wit, intelligence and passion; the clips showing her acting/singing talents want us to hop a jet to her next showing! She has such vision towards where Opera needs to be. If only the 'industry' would accept her lead we all could start enjoying this art form once again which, if no change occurs, portends to be a dying one at this rate!

Thank You Mr. Rose

Keep up the wonderful work Ms. Dessay !!

Glenn & Martha Ford

Jo South  10/12/2007 01:57 PM Report

Thank you for the wonderful interview with Natalie Dessay. I have been fortunate to see her in Chicago in "Alcina" (wearing a little black waitress/maid outfit & 4"heels tossing off amazing coloratura) and "Lucia" (pretty well "mad" from the get-go). How delightful to see that she is as articulate and forthright in conversation as she is briliant as an artist. Esp. thanks for all the clips even right through the final credits. Bravo tuo!

Tim  10/11/2007 09:51 PM Report

Fabulous interview with Ms. Dessay. Her passion as a singing actress helps keep opera alive and vibrant in a post-Maria Callas era.

Amy  10/10/2007 11:05 PM Report

Brava Natalie! Not just a pretty voice, but a superb acting talent as well. Magnifique!

Jasmina Ryan  10/10/2007 06:21 PM Report

I almost shut the TV after the interview with Mr. Mendelson, that I found very thoughtfull. And then -- there was a breathtaking Ms. Dessay. Thank you, Mr. Rose, for keeping me posted in so many fields.

K. Hein  10/10/2007 06:01 PM Report

magnifique!

J. Deppen  10/10/2007 05:09 PM Report

Ah, the passion! Lovely to hear an artist be so honest. I'm sure there are many in opera who resent Ms. Dessay's viewpoints and strategies, but who can argue with her incredible talent? How in heavens can she vocalize while flat on her back or rolling around? And for me, it's a great deal more fun to watch the singer/actress than the remarkably gifted, but stolid, Joan Sutherland. Wonderful interview.

David Chowes  10/10/2007 02:44 PM Report

Ms. Natalie Dessay is fantastique! I saw her at the Met a week ago. And, yes -- she is so suburb due to her synergy of singing AND ACTING! And passion!

Maria Callas revolutionized opera by her emphasis on the dramatic aspects of her art form. But Ms. Dessay's voice is superior.

Her honesty in the interview was startling -- I guess that if you're that good, one can be fully forthright.

It seemed to me that Callas was quite pretententious; Natalie Dessay seems to lack that fault.

Brava!

Bob Evans  10/10/2007 09:23 AM Report

I absolutely loved your interview with Ms. Dessay. Her passion regarding her work was obvious through the answers she gave in response to your well directed questions. Congratulations and continued wishes for success to both of you.

K. Teel  10/09/2007 02:15 AM Report

I got cencored. I didn't agree with that the Beatles and the 60's were great, so one of the tie die crowd (probably working for Charlie, nuked my comments.) Good luck on getting your's accross if you disagree.