(The Beacon)
By Laura Frazier, Staff Writer
I am always amazed at how much emotion can be injected into an opera. But "Madame Butterfly" surpassed expectations.
Puccini's masterpiece follows the story of a geisha left behind by her Navy husband, only to take her own life when he marries another.
Naturally, the music was flawless, the costumes stunning and the set design beautiful.
Yet what made it special was how easily the performers made me feel what they felt.
If I had a voice like Madame Butterfly, I would probably sing desperately about love too. But since I can't, it was precious to see it emoted through another. As was the toddler who played Madame's son. He politely played on a fake tree while she cried.
Though a little long (running at a brisk 116 minutes), and not exactly action packed, I again left with a profound appreciation for those who can make such magic happen.
