I think this new direction from Detroit Opera is super interesting
. I mean, people might say they're oversimplifying the issues in Weill's opera by calling it a "Black American love story", but I don't see how that's a bad thing? It's like, what's wrong with focusing on love and sacrifice for once? And Still's piece is really powerful, it's like he's speaking straight to your soul
. The way they're using folk music in the opera is genius too, it's like they're bringing America into the opera house
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I also get what they're saying about spectacle vs intimacy, I think it's time for opera to be more raw and real
. Not that it has to be all doom and gloom, but maybe just less pretend? Detroit Opera is taking a risk by focusing on marginalized voices, but if it pays off, it could be really good for the art form
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I'm excited to see what else they come up with this season
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I'm so hyped about Detroit Opera's season opener! 
It feels like they're really pushing the boundaries of what opera should be, you know? They're not afraid to tackle tough issues and center marginalized voices, which is SO needed right now. 
And that they chose to pair two works with different styles but similar themes is genius. It's like they're saying "let's celebrate our differences, not just our common humanity". 
. Can't wait to see what else Detroit Opera has in store! 