Rebuilding After Katrina : Robert Lyall and New Orleans Opera
Damage assessment and massive cleanup efforts have begun in hurricane-ravaged New Orleans. Such is the case for New Orleans Opera, under the direction of general director Robert Lyall. In this Classical Singer exclusive, Mr. Lyall discusses the extent of the damage the opera company has suffered, the effect of Katrina on the 2005-2006 season, the company’s plans to rebuild, and what this will mean for the city of New Orleans.