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Carmen
Set in Spain, this opera tells the story of the seductive Carmen and the downfall of Don José, a soldier who is lured away from his duty and his love.
La Bohème
Focuses on the lives of several bohemians in Paris, following their love and loss, particularly the romance between Rodolfo and Mimì.
The Marriage of Figaro
A continuation of the story of Figaro from 'The Barber of Seville', involving a series of comedic events around Count Almaviva's estate.
Madama Butterfly
The tragic tale of Cio-Cio San, a Japanese geisha who falls in love with an American naval officer, leading to heartbreak and sorrow.
Aida
The love story between the Ethiopian princess Aida and the Egyptian commander Radamès, set against a backdrop of war and oppression.
Don Giovanni
The story of the legendary womanizer, Don Giovanni, his escapades, and eventual comeuppance.
Tosca
An intense narrative of love, betrayal, and politics, centered around the singer Floria Tosca and her lover, the artist Mario Cavaradossi.
The Barber of Seville
A comic opera that recounts the clever schemes of Figaro, the barber, as he helps Count Almaviva win the heart of Rosina.
La Traviata
The story of Violetta, a Parisian courtesan who sacrifices her own happiness for the man she loves, Alfredo Germont.
Die Zauberflöte (The Magic Flute)
A fairy-tale opera about the adventures of Prince Tamino and the bird-catcher Papageno on their quest to rescue Pamina.
Rigoletto
The tragic story of a hunchbacked court jester, Rigoletto, and his daughter Gilda, and their dealings with the lecherous Duke of Mantua.
Il Trovatore
A dark tale of passion and revenge featuring the troubadour Manrico, his beloved Leonora, and the vengeful gypsy Azucena.
Lohengrin
An opera by Wagner telling the story of a mysterious knight, Lohengrin, who comes to protect a distressed maiden, Elsa, in Brabant.
Fidelio
Beethoven's only opera, which tells the story of Leonore, who disguises herself as a prison guard to rescue her husband from death.
Norma
Bellini's opera follows the Druid priestess Norma who is torn between her duties and her forbidden love with a Roman proconsul, leading to tragedy.
Otello
Verdi's powerful interpretation of Shakespeare's tragedy, focusing on the Moorish general Otello's descent into jealousy and madness.
Turandot
An opera set in China about Princess Turandot, who poses three riddles to her suitors; a mysterious prince ultimately wins her heart.
Parsifal
Wagner's solemn opera centered on the Arthurian knight Parsifal and his quest to restore the Holy Grail to its sanctity.
Elektra
Strauss's intense opera about Elektra's quest for revenge against her mother, Klytemnestra, for the murder of her father, Agamemnon.
Falstaff
Verdi's last opera and a comedic masterpiece, based on Shakespeare's Sir John Falstaff and his misadventures in search of love and fortune.
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