Avant tout, pour moi, est l'opéra!

I just had the most incredible experience probably so far in Paris. I got to see Les Noces de Figaro (based off the libretto for Marriage of Figaro, name changed because that was banned for a number of years. But, it's the same). It was the Opera Nationale de Paris and was performed at l'Opera Bastille (not to be confused with l'Opera Garnier which I visited last weekend). The performance was amazing! The opera house itself though very modern had a beautiful interior. This was the last night of the opera so I wasn't sure what to think, but it blew me away. The set and costumes were beautiful and the singers were phenomenal. My favorite was Susanna, closely followed by the Countess. The songs were amazing and all the singers sang with such ease. I was amazed at how powerful music is. The opera was in Italian and though there were French super-titles (subtitles projected above the stage), it was cool to watch and realize how most people don't speak Italian but were still able to understand. That is so cool to me. I loved this opera and since I sang Sull'aria last year, it will always hold a special place in my heart. I never would've thought I would enjoy opera this much but I do. I cannot wait for Opera Workshop next quarter! I also was fortunate enough to be able see the conductor (thanks Mom and Dad). He was the happiest conductor I have ever seen! He was smiling so much and laughing at the scenes. It was so great to see someone so passionate. I really loved this experience and it will surely be one of the highlights of my time abroad!