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Thursday, June 5, 2008

Listicles
The Cruelest Nicknames in Modern Operatic History

Daniel McArdle



1. Luciano Perverotti
2. Maria Cow-Ass
3. José Career-less (a.k.a. “The Third Guy”)
4. Andrea Bacilli
5. Flaccido Domingo

Daniel McArdle is a freelance graphic designer/trailing spouse/kept man living in Hong Kong with his wife and two daughters. He presently finds solace in short story rejections, and on soccer pitches, exhibiting a surprising knack for goal. He also amuses himself by correcting those who believe him to be Canadian (he is not, but he generally takes it as a compliment). His latest work can be found in print and online at sites like Pindeldyboz, Hobart, and Monkeybicycle. His expat ramblings can be found at hongkongblong.com.