OSHER 978 - Utah Opera Preview: Leoncavallo's Pagliacci

At first, it might seem like a touring comedy troupe in Sicily are living a life as lighthearted as their performances, but it quickly becomes apparent that they're trapped in a real-life tragedy. With love triangles, secret romances, and one of the most iconic (and devastatingly emotional) arias of all time, Pagliacci encapsulates the height of drama. Kevin Nakatani and Dr. Carol Anderson will introduce this verismo classic with social perspective, creator biographies, musical highlights, establishing its place among the classic of 19th-century Italian opera. Attendees will have the option to visit a working rehearsal after the class, and will be offered a discount code for ticket purchases.