41K views · 255 reactions | Janáček's name may be less familiar than Mozart or Puccini, but his masterpice, Katya Kabanova makes the perfect first-time opera! With gorgeous, lush, and highly-emotional music, this opera dives deep into the emotional turbulence lurking beneath small-town respectability. [ Video by Greg Emetaz, MINORapocalypse | Photo: Philip Newton ] Feb. 25, 26 | Mar. 1, 4, 8, 10, & 11, 2017 Tickets & info: seattleopera.org/katya #SOKatya | Seattle Opera | Facebook

13K views · 560 reactions | Check out this preview of "Encores!", The Metropolitan Opera special with 19 unforgettable, handpicked arias and duets from more than 75 magnificent productions! After watching, you'll be saying "Encore!" again and again! | Great Performances l PBS | Facebook

7.6K views · 319 reactions | From party guests to handmaidens to bridesmaids, the @Met Opera Actors take on numerous roles during a performance, sometimes changing completely from one scene to the next. Follow along with Anne Dyas and as she describes how the actors literally sprint behind the stage to change costumes, makeup, and wigs in just three minutes. See if you can spot this unique talent on Opening Night! | The Metropolitan Opera | Facebook