7 November – 6 December

The Grand History of Opera

Professor Oduris, an eminent scholar of opera, condenses four centuries of lyric art into a compact, illustrated lecture-performance. Combining historical insight with theatrical storytelling, the presentation explores key moments, stylistic shifts and pivotal works that shaped opera from its origins to the modern stage. A prima donna and pianist join the talk, transforming chronology into a lively odyssey that highlights composers, vocal traditions and dramatic innovations. The format aims to inform and delight while clarifying how opera evolved.

In French.

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