
Even from the view of the farthest seats, the stunning gowns in The Two Foscari add startling splashes of color to the dark mood and eerie lighting effects of the opera.

Seen here moments before taking the stage, drama is as much in the backs of these gowns as in the front. Modern embellishments, jewelry pieces and make up palettes bring another layer of sophistication to Mattie Ullrich's designs and to the entire production. Makes one wonder if stars known for their wardrobe theatrics like Lady Gaga aren't lurking in the back row at the opera looking for inspiration....