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Timing is Everything offers a captivating, intimate memoir from Moffatt Oxenbould, a pivotal figure who spent half a century shaping the landscape of Australian opera. Providing a rare, behind-the-scenes perspective, Oxenbould chronicles the evolution of the national company from its early days to the historic move into the Sydney Opera House. Readers are invited into the vibrant, often chaotic world of the theatre, filled with accounts of extraordinary performances, temperamental divas, and the technical alchemy required to bring complex productions to life. Through his narrative, Oxenbould reflects on his journey alongside world-renowned stars like Joan Sutherland and Luciano Pavarotti, while sharing the humorous and poignant realities of life backstage. This is a story of dedication to the arts, exploring how a passion for music and storytelling can transform a career into a lifetime of achievement. Whether you are a dedicated opera enthusiast or simply fascinated by the dramatic history of the performing arts, this book provides an evocative and definitive look at the people who created the magic on the Australian stage.
Used (good, see images, dust jacket wear and some initial pages marking) Hardcover ISBN 0733317138
