Opera in Brief
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Why Beethoven's Fidelio Speaks to Us Now
Beethoven was never a man of the theater. He struggled to write his first opera against many odds. But Fidelio is worth hearing with fresh ears, writes Midge Woolsey.
Jul 12, 2012 -
Falstaff: When Verdi Found His Inner Comedian
Verdi's late opera is often described as an "autumnal comedy," reflecting a certain warmth and color that has the flavor of the composer's age and place in life. Find out why.
Jul 2, 2012 -
Puccini's Il Trittico
Quick: name the three one-act operas included in Puccini’s Il Trittico. Give up? Now is your chance to learn with this, the first of a series of introductions to major operas, hosted by Midge Woolsey.
Jun 28, 2012