Lyric Opera lectures consist of an overview of the story, biographical information about the composer and librettist, and musical highlights.
Vienna’s richest man is planning an incredible party. First, guests will enjoy a serious opera (the Prima Donna plays Ariadne, who’s ready to die on the island of Naxos because her lover’s jilted her). Then comes a vulgar comedy, starring saucy Zerbinetta (who’s got a Ph.D. in flirting). And finally, there’s to be an explosive display.
