Art Quote by Bruce Beresford
“It is essential to do everything possible to attract young people to opera so they can see that it is not some antiquated art form but a repository of the most glorious music and drama that man has created.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Opera Outreach Conference, 2010
Opera should be presented as vibrant and relevant, not outdated, to attract younger audiences.
In simple terms: Show opera as modern and exciting.
Promote opera with contemporary relevance.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- school programs
- social media campaigns
- community events
- ticket pricing strategies
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you make opera feel accessible?
- What modern elements can be integrated into productions?
Some may still view opera as elitist.