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Everyone knows if you want simple opera, listen to Wagner.

This sub is for memes. If you want to seriously discuss opera, or post youtube links to performances, please head to r/Opera.

Let's shit talk opera.

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Mama Mia!

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2024/10/29
14:50 UTC

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Just found out what my favorite opera's name means in slang...

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2024/10/28
21:55 UTC

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AITH for ruining my own wedding? I didn’t want to get married

AITH For ruining the vibes of my wedding? I (F she/her) felt in love with a guy (M hi/him) but my brother didn’t let me marry him and force me to marry another lad, some kind of Scottish family honor thing, I don’t remember what happened the day of the wedding , dunno if I had too much to drink or what , but I ended up stabbing the lad my brother forced me to marry and unfortunately the blood stained my dress. I was a bit annoyed about ruining the dress that I started crying at the reception. Some of the guest at the wedding say I killed the vibe and now no one is happy. AITH ?

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2024/10/20
12:46 UTC

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I am not in danger Gilda, I am the danger.

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2024/10/15
22:39 UTC

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Top 10 acting/singing performances?

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2024/10/06
16:03 UTC

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[CNN] Piotr Beczała, Famed Polish Operatic Tenor, has been declared Emperor of the Universe

All hail supreme leader Beczała

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2024/10/06
04:57 UTC

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Tosca Jumping off the Parapet (1800, Colorized)

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2024/10/04
11:53 UTC

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Play practice

Recently I’ve been thinking about how a former friend repeatedly referred to the operas/scenes I’ve been in as “plays”. It’s one thing when someone uninformed mistakenly refers to a musical as a play, but seriously? We were pretty close, I talked all the time about what I was doing, she had seen me perform before, and she even saw one with me because it meant she could tell people she was “at the opera”. But never the less: “I’d like to see your play” “Can we hang out after your play practice is over” etc. idk how jerk this is but I just need some reactions.

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2024/09/16
05:53 UTC

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How important is the Fedora Prize?

A friend of mine mentioned the prize, and I want to hear from you how relevant it is. Thanks.

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2024/09/11
00:01 UTC

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I love these switcheroos

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2024/09/09
17:37 UTC

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Average record label uploading their opera albums to streaming services:

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2024/08/23
12:36 UTC

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I think I found Rigoletto's tumblr account

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2024/08/21
09:51 UTC

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Steamed Bohams

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2024/08/07
21:09 UTC

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When you're 17 minutes in to Martern aller Arten

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2024/08/05
16:15 UTC

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Those regie stagings are getting out of control

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2024/08/03
17:39 UTC

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Seeking Advice and Stories from Professional Opera Singers

Hi everyone,

I'm a young singer with a deep passion for opera, and I'm hoping to connect with professional opera singers. I have some questions about the opera world and would love to hear about your journeys and experiences in this field.

If you're an opera singer and willing to share your insights, I'd be incredibly grateful. I'm eager to learn about how you got to where you are today, the challenges you've faced, and any advice you might have for someone aspiring to follow a similar path.

Thank you in advance for your time and wisdom!

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2024/07/30
00:14 UTC

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AITA for wanting Wagner to rewrite Der Ring Des Nibelungen?

So, backstory: I REALLY LIKE Das Rheingold, and in large part due to how Loge (Loki) is portrayed.

He’s like super sassy and mischievous. I def get bi vibes from him too, so representation is a big W.

When I watched Die Walküre, I was a bit upset that Loge didn’t return. But I was like “That’s ok, he’ll be in Siegfried.”

NO SHOW IN SIEGFRIED EITHER. But that’s OK, because I was VERY PATIENT and watched through ALL of Götterdämmerung.

I was even patient during the last HOUR of that opera.

I won’t forget, when Valhalla caught on fire or some shit, and the curtains closed, I screamed “WHAT THE FUCK?????”🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬

I went to Bayreuth and demanded his family to have him rewrite the entire four opera series to my liking, and that he would put in WAY MORE scenes for Loge, and possibly even write a 5th installment where it’s all about Loge.

They said “How did you get in here?? Did you break into our home?????”

And I said “SHUT UP👺”

I explained that if he didn’t rewrite the operas, then I would chain him to a radiator and force him to write it👹

“We can do this the easy way or the hard way😎” I said very badassily.

Then I got ARRESTED for breaking in and entering.

AITA?

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2024/07/19
05:49 UTC

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Most people: Stage kisses should be chaste and close mouthed only. Christopher Robson:

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2024/07/17
07:40 UTC

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I love Götterdämmerung

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2024/07/17
06:19 UTC

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AITA for selling a pathetic, poor sod wine pretending it was a love potion?

I'm aware that the title sounds bad. However, I would like to point out, that it REALLY DID WORK IN THE END. Therefore, please keep this in mind; I assure you my talents are real and despite my (arguably inconsequential) embellishment at the beginning when I was unsure of my craft, I am a great doctor who is worthy of the praise I receive.

For background, I am a travelling physician who is renowned for my 'cure-all' potion which is popular wherever I travel. I appeared in one town where I was approached by this poor peasant asking for 'Ee-zold's love potion' (???). This man was clearly an idiot, plagued by unrequited love, but as I am so kind, I sold him some red wine and told him it was his desired potion. He seemed so incredibly happy but it wasn't much, really - all in a day's work for a philanthropist doctor such as myself. Just to be safe however, I told him the wine love potion would take a day to take effect in case he became irrationally vengeful; by then I would be well on my way.

Unfortunately, while I was enjoying myself greatly at this lovely lady Adina's wedding to a fine young sergeant (they had some exquisite food and drink I must say), the peasant approaches me, severely depressed. How was I to know the one he sought was the very lady who was getting married that day?? Honestly, it was not my fault this man was so enamoured by a wealthy lady such as Adina, he had no chance. Even if at this point I was aware of my talents, I hardly would have expected them to stretch that far. This poor sod was punching to an unbelievable extent. You all may judge me for this, but when he asked for more of my cheap wine potion (he had no more money) I left him. I may be a philanthropist, but even I have my limits. (I have a business to run, and you would not believe the cuisine, it was delectable.) Later however, he arrived with a suspicious amount of cash (which I gladly accepted) and purchased a vast selection of my cheap-ass wine potion (which I had justifiably stocked up on since his first visit). You would not believe me, but I swear to you it was in his interest more than mine since it worked.

Next thing I know, I see him surrounded by all the women in the village who are hanging on to his every word. I know! It was unbelievable. Of course, in retrospect, it was to be expected. It went even further when I explained unknowingly to Adina the source of this change, who revealed she loved him back! Out of the kindness of my heart I suggested she purchase some of my disgustingly cheap-ass wine potion (now sold at a much higher price) but she refuted my offer saying she was confident in her own attractiveness. Well, whatever. They professed their love to each other anyway and Nemorino became rich too. This just goes to show the extent of my skills.

So, reddit, AITA? Some people are saying that it was 'deceitful' and that I was 'taking advantage of the good will of a lonely man in poverty who just wants someone to love him and stealing all of his money until he is forced to sign up to go to war in order to gain the funds to purchase more of my fake product' but I think since it turned out fine I'm not at fault here. What do you all think?

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2024/07/09
12:30 UTC

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I've been listening to Rigoletto again

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2024/07/09
07:36 UTC

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Best opera to listing with your toddler ? I'll start :

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2024/07/04
09:06 UTC

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I hope it means furry kinder eggs 😔

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2024/07/02
19:17 UTC

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AITA for trying to kill my stupid step-father with a wild bear?

I was just out doing dumb shit, then I saw this bear and I thought "Oh I know what I wanna do"

So I dragged this big ass creature home, and let it free and start hitting it to get it to maul my idiot step-dad to bits. And my dad was like "Hence with the beast! I want not the bear!"

And I was like "UGH OK DAD" 🙄🙄🙄🙄

Then he went on to give me a mid af sword and some soup, and I broke it and threw the food he made for me out of his hands. He made me so freaking angry with all of his whining, like I GET IT, YOU'RE SAD BUT YOU'RE NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH PROBLEMS. I HAVE TO DEAL WITH YOU.

Then he started sobbing about how I'm never kind to him even though he has "done so much for" me. I told him that he was never a good dad to me.

Then he said that I was adopted or something. I forgot.

So am I really the asshole here?

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2024/07/02
05:18 UTC

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From the trumpet scene in Farinelli

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2024/07/02
04:26 UTC

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Azucena from Il Trovatore.

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2024/06/20
21:54 UTC

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By tonight, Baron Scarpia will have been dead for 224 slutty, slutty years. Happy (2nd) Tosca Day!!

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2024/06/17
13:18 UTC

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AITA for leaving my wife after she asked me my name?

Firstly I think context is important here. I met my wife when she was going through a really hard time in her life. Her brother was missing and she was actually on trial for his murder. I suppose you could say I was her defense attorney. All i asked in return was that she didn’t ask my name. Basically I did pro bono work for her because Im such a great guy. I realize this story sounds crazy and that Im making it up- why would I associate with someone like that? Someone who could be a murderer? Well I can assure you that I believed she was a godly woman. Also we had met before (in our dreams) so I understood she was God fearing and most importantly- hot.

So I won the case if you were wondering. Sadly my wife’s enemies kept bothering her, this one heathen especially. Obviously that bitch was jealous of me and my hot wife. Her actions definitely werent a result of wanting to express her genuine concerns about me to my wife. And I say ‘bitch’ only because she ended up crashing our wedding otherwise I wouldn’t call her bitch. I totally respect all women.

Now Im finally getting to the incident. During our honeymoon my wife asked me my name! It’s like she didn’t trust me or something??! After everything I did for her. Yes we just met but it’s true love! Doesn’t that mean anything to her? Now I realize that I could have given her a fake name like Kevin but what would that make me? Thats right, it would make me a liar!

So anyways I ended up revealing my name to her because she asked but I feel like my trust in her is completely broken. It’s like she cheated on me! Oh and I forgot to mention the reason I cant reveal my name to anyone is because I am in a top secret organization that normies cant access! Thats all I can say about it. So… she left me no choice and I had to abandon her to her enemies.

I did end up finding her brother for her- well… i actually knew where he was the entire time but what can I say, Im dramatic. And I really love swans!🦢 🦢 Unfortunately my wife died right after that! Now I will never have my resolution! Still kind of tore up about it to be honest. I do think there is still a chance that my wife could make it to heaven if she tries harder. Praying for her soul! Please pray for her too.🙏🏻 ❤️

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2024/06/14
01:16 UTC

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klopfe🤘klopfe🤘klopfe🤘

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2024/05/31
17:25 UTC

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