This stuff writes itself, at this point.
Roberto Alagna's film career has begun: he'll appear as Joseph Tichatschek -- the original heldentenor who first appeared in the roles of Rienzi and Tannhauser, infamous for his lack of subtlety, cheesy acting, and the fragility of instrument -- in a Wagner biopic made in France.
History repeats itself:
Worst of all was Joseph Tichatschek's behavior as Tannhauser in the original Dresden production of the opera in the fall of 1845. During the Song Contest, he actually turned to Johanna Wagner (Elisabeth) and addressed the Song Of Venus directly to her --"to you, Goddess of Love!".
"Angela! Angela!".
