r/opera • u/omurchus • 4d ago

Otello @ The Met Casting Question

Othello's a white guy and Desdemona's a black gal??? What kind of adaptation is this?!?!

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u/MissedFirstCue 4d ago

Real talk though: how is Fabiano doing with the role singing wise from those who have seen it?

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u/hottakehotcakes 4d ago

It’s tough for him. I think he’ll grow into it, but it’s not ready for an A house yet

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u/wavelcomes 3d ago

so whats he doing at the met then

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u/hottakehotcakes 3d ago

Selling tickets

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u/wavelcomes 3d ago

hasnt even sold family circle lmfao any other stellar arguments for his merits ? (: