Opera Insights

The opera premiered at La Scala in Milan on April 25, 1926, where the conductor famously stopped the performance at the point where Puccini had stopped composing.

A Singspiel is a type of German opera that masterfully blends spoken dialogue with musical numbers, creating a unique theatrical experience.

In Mozart's The Magic Flute, Masonic symbolism plays a significant role, deeply intertwined with the themes of enlightenment and moral...

Designed for both seasoned opera lovers and newcomers alike, these talks provide a rich background on the history, context, and plot of each opera.

Bel canto singing emphasizes smooth legato, even tone across registers, and exceptional agility in fast-moving passages

The history of divas and opera is a long and rich one, stretching back hundreds of years to the birth of opera in Italy in the late 16th century.

The enjoyment of food and entertainment has long been an important social ritual. The tradition of the roman banquet is often described...