A Night (or 3) at the Opera
This winter, introduce yourself to the world of opera, a fantastical realm of giant staircases, bronze women proffering fake torches and ceilings full of goddesses and gods.
An introductory overview by Maya Mohan will get you started. Then, as a class, you'll attend one or more of The Met Live productions (in HD) at Empire Cinema's Studio 12. Your introduction will include a look at the socio-cultural context in which each opera was composed and performed, as well as key moments to watch and listen for in the productions.
The $49 course fee includes your show ticket. Or register for all three productions for $129.
Performance schedule:
Faust
A classic retelling of the Faust legend.
Class introduction: Thu., Feb. 2, 7 - 8:30 pm
Met show: Mon., Feb. 6, 7 pm (4 hrs., 25 min.) $49 (includes show ticket).
The Enchanted Island
Drawn from Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream.
Class introduction: Thu., Mar. 1, 7 - 8:30 pm
Met show: Mon., March 5, 7 pm (3 hrs., 40 min.) Fee: $49 (includes show ticket).
La Traviata
The beautiful courtesan, Violetta, falls victim to the social morality of 19th century Paris.
Class introduction: Thu., April 12, 7 - 8:30 pm
Met Show: Sat., April 14, 2:25 pm (3 hrs., 12 min.) Fee: $49 (includes show ticket).
Trade your working world for an event of fantastic fleeting leisure.
Call--864 7979--or go online to register today.
