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Opera’s Best Holiday Moments

Episode Summary

In this festive episode of Harbour for the Arts: Podmas, host Bri Cooper takes listeners on a magical journey through opera’s best holiday moments. Discover how the cozy romance of La bohème, the glamorous celebrations of Die Fledermaus, and the enchanting fairytale world of Hansel and Gretel perfectly capture the spirit of the season. Whether you’re a seasoned opera lover or new to the genre, this episode will leave you feeling inspired to add a little operatic drama to your holiday traditions.

Episode Notes

Title: Opera’s Best Holiday Moments 🎄✨
Celebrate the holidays through the magic of opera! In today’s Podmas episode, we explore three iconic operas that embody the festive spirit:

• La bohème: A snowy Christmas Eve in Paris with love and friendship.
• Die Fledermaus: Glamorous New Year’s Eve parties filled with waltzes and champagne.
• Hansel and Gretel: A whimsical fairytale perfect for family holiday traditions.

Tune in to discover why these operas are the perfect accompaniment to the holiday season.

What You’ll Learn:

• The festive themes and magical settings in each opera.
• How these operas connect to holiday traditions.
• Fun trivia and insights to enrich your opera experience.

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