Description
From “the most imaginative director in the US” (The New York Times) comes this generational work with a vision for transforming opera into a powerhouse cultural phenomenon
Known as opera’s “disrupter-in-residence”, Yuval Sharon has never adhered to the art form’s conventions. In his many productions in both the United States and Europe, he challenges the perception of opera as aloof by, among other things, urging the performance of operas in “non-places”, encouraging the use of amplification and shuffling the structure of classic works. A New Philosophy of Opera is itself a work of art with profound philosophical implications that will stand the test of time.
Reviews
"[Sharon] challenges the status quo and proposes radical new ways to present operas new and old. Expect insight, originality and some contentious views that will stimulate debate." — Richard Fairman, Financial Times, "Best Books of 2024"
"Sharon is most compelling when writing from personal experience, particularly when highlighting the differences between opera in Germany and the US." — Claire Jackson, BBC Music Magazine
"Persuasively argued and filled with lively and approachable details, ‘A New Philosophy of Opera’ brims with Mr. Sharon’s passion for the form . . ." — The Wall Street Journal
"Yuval Sharon’s ‘A New Philosophy of Opera’ is a refreshing, reassuring book about an old art form’s bright future . . ." — The Washington Post
"This book builds a compelling roadmap for the future of opera, and how it can truly be accessible for everyone." — Gustavo Dudamel
Ebook
9781631496875
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