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UNCG OPERA'S 'LITTLE WOMEN' STAGES BIG SHOW.(TRIAD)(Review)

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From: The News & Record (Piedmont Triad, NC)
Date: 20031123
Author:Lindeman, Tim

Byline: TIM LINDEMAN Special to the News & Record

GREENSBORO -- Mark Adamo's adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's novel, "Little Women," was presented before a nice-size audience in Aycock Auditorium Friday night. Evocative lighting, a magnificent set, great costumes, wonderful orchestral accompaniment and impressive voices presented this new opera in an appealing light.

The opera is an attractive addition to the contemporary repertoire - it has been staged dozens of times since its premiere in Houston in 1998, and Friday night's production makes clear the reason.

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