My wife is a soprano and has performed in many operas in leading roles. I have been in several operas as well and stage managed a number of them.
I have also seen several operas on inHD. They are usually very well filmed. I think that seeing an opera on TV is fine, especially in HD. Operas usually have lavish sets and costumes, which translate well to HD. The 5.1 sound also helps a lot, too, allowing you to hear the "echo" from the theater.
I think that for people who are just starting out, an opera on TV is great. If it isn't in English, the subtitles are right there for you.
Now, having never liked operas before I met my wife, I must say that I do like them now....but definately not all of them. The comedies are MUCH easier to take. So, give it a shot....you might like it.
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My wife is a soprano and has performed in many operas in leading roles. I have been in several operas as well and stage managed a number of them.
I have also seen several operas on inHD. They are usually very well filmed. I think that seeing an opera on TV is fine, especially in HD. Operas usually have lavish sets and costumes, which translate well to HD. The 5.1 sound also helps a lot, too, allowing you to hear the "echo" from the theater.
I think that for people who are just starting out, an opera on TV is great. If it isn't in English, the subtitles are right there for you.
Now, having never liked operas before I met my wife, I must say that I do like them now....but definately not all of them. The comedies are MUCH easier to take. So, give it a shot....you might like it.