#VirtualOperaOmaha Week 7 Round-Up

Read on to catch up on everything #VirtualOperaOmaha Week 7!

Opera in Conversation: The Marriage of Figaro
Did you catch our conversation with Maestro Steven White and Head of Music Sean Kelly? Our Director of Engagement Programs Lauren Medici sat down with these two Mozart aficionado to discuss Figaro, which White will conduct at Opera Omaha as part of our 2020/2021 Season. The conversation covered everything from the music to the story to comparisons with some of Mozart’s other operas. Watch the full conversation through this blog.

Virtual Prelude Talk: Verdi’s Aida
Last week’s Virtual Prelude Talk on Friday evening was hosted by acclaimed stage director and frequent collaborator with Des Moines Metro Opera Kristine McIntyre, who explored the history behind this classic opera and why it still resonates so strongly with audiences today. Watch the full talk on Des Moines Metro Opera’s Facebook page.