Cl4 - An ope In 1962 the Vancouver Opera Association's then ar- tusuc director, Irving Gutt- man, directed the company’s first production of Bellini’s Norma. Appropriately, the 1984 version, on May S, 8, 10, and 12 at 8:00 p.m. in the Queen Elizabeth Theatre, also 1s directed by Irving Gut- tman. It marks the comple- tron of early 25 years association with the VOA. Mr. Guttman’s eye for talent ts legendary. For the 1962 Norma, Mr. Guttman invited the then rising stars Joan Sutherland and Marilyn Horne to perform their first wy Friday, April 27, 1984 - North Shore News ra of scorned love Norma and Adalegisa, Or respectively. This Norma, too, offers a host of talents — many mak- ing their VOA debuts Ac claimed dramatic soprano Olivia Stapp makes her VOA debut as Norma. the Druid high pmestess who. scorned by Roman lover Pollione, 1s torn between revenge and sacrifice. Polish mezzo- soprano Ewa Podles makes her Canadian debut as the priestess Adalgisa, Pollione's new love. Imposing tenor Woodwards. call 280-4444. consul Tickets at al! VTC ‘CBO outlets, Eatons & BEAUTIFUL 21st Anniversary Sale 21% off Storewide On NOW | 926-5122 - 266-8811 273-7538 Park Royal -Oakridge Lansdowne Ruggero Bandino (last seen here in 1980 as Caradossi in Tosca) is the Roman _ pro- SPECIAL ADVANCE PREVIEW’ SATURDAY, APRIL 28TH 7:40 a : ny gh, oem, Nebehewagetile Metis 7 0 ari cae 5 A, ate nl ive ™ toe res 108 5 Galan Te es