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How To Deal With Racist Operas? Show, Don’t Hide

MUSIC Posted: December 19, 2019 2:01 pm

“To survive, opera has to confront the depth of its racism and sexism point-blank, treating classic operas as historical artifacts instead of dynamic cultural productions. Opera directors should approach the production of these classics as museum curators and professors — educating audiences about historical context and making stereotypes visible.” – The New York Times

MUSIC Published: 12.19.19, sjm

Read the story in The New York Times Published: 12.19.19, sjm

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