Here’s the second episode of my “Serious Fun with Opera” series for Los Angeles Opera—part of the company’s Behind the Curtain podcast series. Join me for an exploration of the historical and aesthetic connections between American musical theater and opera as well as the challenges of casting West Side Story, with a particular focus on race and respectful representation.
Link below to Soundcloud; also available on Apple and Spotify.
Have a listen and let me know what you think! Email: prof@kristibrownmontesano.com
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