Innholdsfortegnelse for September 2023 i Influxes Magazine

Music Director Eun Sun Kim will lead Annual Presentations of Works by Giuseppe Verdi and Richard Wagner Beginning with IL TROVATORE and LOHENGRIN. Company Premieres of Repertoire-Expanding Co-Commissions are THE (R)EVOLUTION OF STEVE JOBS by Mason Bates and Mark Campbell; OMAR by Rhiannon Giddens and Michael Abels; INNOCENCE by Kaija Saariaho, Sofi Oksanen and Aleksi Barrière. Other 2023–24 Season highlights include a new Co-Production of Gaetano Donizetti’s THE ELIXIR OF LOVE by Daniel Slater; Barrie Kosky and Suzanne Andrade’s staging of Mozart’s THE MAGIC FLUTE; return of Handel’s PARTENOPE in Christopher Alden’s Production. And of course the much anticipated glorious OPERA BALL headlined by Roberto Alagna, Aleksandra Kurzak and Eun Sun Kim! Other special events include free Opera in the Park and The Elixir of Love Encounter. AN OVERVIEW San…

Celeste Lecaroz’ paintings are very much like that with her style of spontaneous realism, popularized by the Austrian painter Voka, and aligned in the Fauvist tradition. “I am a colorist,” she humbly declared in one of her interviews and honestly so; for her becoming a painter was sparked by her fascination with coloring books. But her path to the arts and being her own muse spans much longer, like a long-lost friend now found and living with, happily ever after. Celeste describes growing up in the seaside town of San Juan, Batangas as being a free-child. Playful and imaginative, she enjoyed what young girls in the province might have played–kitchen play with leaves and soil, and tasting santan flowers. Early on, she was keen on details and fascinated by people’s…

Yuniet Gallardo, from a very young age, played with dolls, dressing them in pink and painting their faces to make them look more beautiful. From a young age, she had a dream in Cuba, where she was born and raised in “Vueltas de Villa Clara, Cuba.” As far back as she can remember, her greatest aspiration was to immigrate to the United States and live with her grandmother in Miami. After facing many hardships, she was able to make that dream come true 24 years ago, along with her mother Caridad and her brother Rocny, with whom she shared a life-risking journey to achieve the dream of living in freedom in a country she always thought would be her home. So, in May 1999, she set foot on American soil.…

Petra Bergstein-Higby is the President and co-founder of the San Francisco, California based, The Caviar Co. When she and sister, Saskia started the company, their mission was to make caviar “more approachable.” The Texas natives also opened a champagne and caviar-tasting room in Tiburon, California. Those who know her best would not be surprised to learn Petra was happy to remain in the background during the grand opening event, in the kitchen doing dishes. “I love people and enjoy being around them, but I also need a timeout here and there!” Originally from Lubbock, Texas, Petra attended Texas Tech University, and majored in Speech Language and Hearing. After graduating, she spent the summer with her aunt in Carmel, California, and enjoyed her time there. So much so that Petra and Saskia…

Instagram @jmmakeup17 TikTok @johnmartinez1909 Photographer: Nombre: Joel Bello - @joelbellophoto Oliver Olivella Mendoza - @oliverolivellam Hairstyle: Anyelo Ramírez - @ramirezanyelo_ Designer: Zaida Luz Hoyos Gonzalez - @luzs_collection In the fascinating world of makeup, there exists an artist whose touch goes beyond appearances, reaching the very heart of beauty. Immerse yourself in the captivating tale of Jhon Martinez, an exceptional makeup artist who has left his mark on the glamour world and has strengthened the empowerment of souls through his art. Forging His Own Path: The charismatic and outgoing Jhon Martinez has not only earned admiration but has also charted his destiny based on his innate talent. From his childhood, he has forged a path of knowledge and self-exploration, weaving his gifts and skills into a vibrant tapestry of creativity that…

Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior was born on February 5, 1992, in Mogi das Cruzes, São Paulo, Brazil. From a young age, he was passionate about football, following in the footsteps of his father, Neymar Sr., a former footballer. After playing for various teams in the city of Santos, he was signed by the city’s biggest team, Santos Futebol Clube. Despite the interest of major European teams in signing the Brazilian forward, Santos managed to keep him for a few more years and he made his debut with the first team in 2009. In November 2010, he achieved his first hat-trick with Santos FC, eventually totaling 6 before his transfer to FC Barcelona. His contract with Santos FC ended in 2013. With the “peixes,” he played 134 games, scored 70…

Maria Moncada Alaoui is the General Manager at BMW of West Houston. Starting in the automotive industry in an administrative role more than 25 years ago, she worked her way up to management and has been with BMW for 15 years. In her current role, she is responsible for the operational and financial oversight of her dealership, as well as customer and associate satisfaction. A long-time Houstonian, Maria is passionate about giving back to the community and is involved in multiple organizations, including Women Driving Business, the Houston Food Bank, and the Houston Texans Foundation. She serves on the advisory council of Altus Global Network, on the board of the Latino Learning Center, and recently was asked to join the board of KNOWAutism. Her favorite charities, the ones closest to…

Melanie Dinh of Melanie Dinh Realty is prepared to help her clients make the best decisions, whether they’re buying their dream home or selling a current property. Melanie loves helping others build wealth through real estate. Her local areas of expertise include River Oaks, Tanglewood, Rice Military, Houston Heights, Midtown, Oak Forest, Spring Branch, Memorial, and downtown Houston. She attributes her parents’ influence and experience as her inspiration to pursue a career in real estate and to be an independent businesswoman. Her father is a real estate developer and entrepreneur, and her mother is an independent businesswoman. Her mother has been the biggest influence in her life, shaping how she loves and treats people. “She is kind, caring, loving, and audacious! No matter how hard life has pushed her; she…

Born in 1999, Wu Yibing started to play tennis at the age of 4, quickly ascending to prominence and claiming the championship title in the junior category in China since 2008. Making his mark on the international stage from 2014 onwards, Wu Yibing’s growth has been steadfast. In 2017, he claimed both the boy’s singles and doubles titles in the U.S. Open. At the same time, he was ranked No. 1 in the Junior World Ranking. Despite encountering setbacks due to injuries upon entering the professional circuit, he remained resolute, ultimately clinching China’s first ATP Tour Men’s Singles Champion by winning the Dallas Open in February 2023. His talent and determination make him a force to be reckoned with in the world of tennis. With the addition of Wu Yibing,…