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Can you tell me the plot of Dvorak's Rusalka? I'm going to see it at the Met April 30th and would like to know what's going on. Thanks.
Hi Nell--
The plot of Rusalka is basically the same as that of the Disney cartoon The Little Mermaid only without the happy ending. Here is a more detailed plot summary from the Met's website:
http://www.metopera.org/synopses/rusalka.html
Hope this helps.
Mike Leone
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Mike Leone
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I have a special affinity for Italian opera, but I also have a lot of experience with French and German opera. I know somewhat less about opera from countries other than these, although there are some exceptions. My main area of interest is the period 1775-1925, although there are a few baroque and modern works that I love.
Experience
I've been listening to opera since 1963 and have amassed a large collection of recorded opera during those years. My interest here spans the entire history of recorded opera, going back to its very earliest days.
Publications
I have published a couple of lengthy reviews and a tribute to Mario del Monaco in Immortal Performances, have had some letters appear in Fanfare and have several reviews on amazon.com.
Education/Credentials
B.A., University of Maryland 1973, M.A., University of Texas 1975, J.D., University of Houston 1998 (none of these degrees are in music).
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