Around the world Quote by Bruce Beresford
“Quite a few operas are still being commissioned around the world, although nothing apart from audience popularity can ensure more than a few performances.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, “Opera’s Future”, 2019
Commissioning new operas is common, but without audience demand they rarely get many performances.
In simple terms: New operas need audience interest to be performed often.
Key Takeaway
Build audience engagement for new works.
Themes
opera
commissioning
audience
performance
culture
Mood
reflective
optimistic
Type
analytical
strategic
When to use this quote
- opera houses
- festival programming
- funding campaigns
- educational outreach
Key Concepts
cultural economics
artistic risk
marketing
Questions to Reflect On
- How can opera attract broader audiences?
- What incentives encourage repeat performances?
A Different Perspective
Even with commissions, lack of audience support limits runs.
