Aria's & Antics: Exploring Opera's Comic Side

Presented in partnership with the Valley Friends of Arizona Opera

Whats so Funny?

Lecture presented by Dr. David Schildkret

Arias & Antics: Exploring Opera's Comic Side takes audiences on a journey through the art of laughter in music, beginning with the theory of humor and how composers use it to engage, captivate, and tell compelling stories. From the mischief of Commedia dell'Arte and the wit of comic opera to the satirical brilliance of Gilbert & Sullivan and the lasting influence of opera on Broadway, discover why comedy has always had a starring role on the operatic stage.