In Rossini's version of Cinderella, the evil stepmother becomes an evil stepfather; the fairy godmother is a real man, and the lost shoe is a bracelet, but the most important change
is that the opera is really a comic opera.
OPERA FOR ALL -- Octavio Choy and Peter Shimkin
Monday 9 pm & Wednesday 2 pm
Longtime friends and opera lovers Octavio Choy and Peter Shimkin want YOU to become an opera fan! In this introductory series, we will present the plots of popular operas along with their musical highlights. We will provide insight to help you appreciate singers and singing in general. You will also learn about the musical style of great composers. All you need to get started is love of the human voice and a great tune.