Nolan and I joined Minnesota Opera again on their social media preview night for Mozart's The Magic Flute.
The production boasts a very different type of staging which puts the opera in a world of animation. The singers interact with a very simple set on which projections are displayed.
Papageno's first aria featured many birds which flew and perched on Tamino in the bottom left,
The style paid homage to the silent film of the early 20th century and as such the dialogue portions were not spoken but rather projected on the screen as well. There were things that were over my head, such as the flying fairy magic flute and the little bells which also had dancer legs, but I suppose not all art is meant to be understood.
The Queen of the Night was portrayed as a giant spider lady which provided absolutely no confusion as to whether or not I liked her.
In contrast, Sarastro's first appearance was made as a giant head with noble attributes and industry.
The production was delightful and charming for this popular opera which has so much contrast: comic and serious, fairy tale and philosophy.
If it's not too late Minnesota Opera is selling discounted $25 tickets online with the promo code Social25.
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