Mira, o Norma Jean! a lawsuit brought on San Francisco Opera by the singers, dancers, and production staff of the company regarding everything from the requisite performances in a Runnicles 50th birthday bash to differences over Runnicles' pay.

Quote of the week goes to Carol Vaness:

Ms. Vaness sharply disputed the union's characterization. She said it was common not to use typical contracts for such galas, and that the singers felt no pressure. "Every single person at that gala that I know - and I knew just about everybody - was there with great respect for Donald Runnicles," she said. "I even popped out of a cake!"

Oooh, Carol, girl. Hope you weren't nakey, but we'd love to see your Salomé sometime!