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We’ve said it, time and again: opera is not “musical spinach.” Yes, it’s nutritious, substantial even, but you don’t have to hold your nose and swallow. Opera is consistently entertaining, both onstage and off, and occasionally, it’s downright outrageous. Need proof? Check out these Fun Facts. |
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“Summertime,” the famous song heard in Act I, has been used in
quite a few movies over the years. Some include "A Walk On The
Moon" (1999), "Chocolat" (2000), "Hart’s War" (2002), "I’ll Be There"
(2003) and "Stuck On You" (2003).
In 1936, when Porgy & Bess was performed at the National Theater
in Washington, D.C., the cast protested segregation among the
audience. This action caused the management to relent, resulting in
the first intergrated performance of any show at the National Theater.
“Summertime” vies with The Beatles’ “Yesterday” as one of the
most popular cover songs recorded.
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