Also Quote by Gian Carlo Menotti
“It was my contention that opera can not only pay for itself if it is well given, but it can also command a much wider audience if given like a play with lots of rehearsals and wonderful singers that fit the role.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on opera funding, 1970s
Opera can become financially self‑sufficient and attract broader audiences when staged with theatrical discipline and appropriate singers.
In simple terms: Well‑run opera can pay for itself and draw more people.
Key Takeaway
Invest in rehearsals and casting.
Themes
opera
finance
audience development
theatre
production
Mood
optimistic
pragmatic
Type
strategic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- season planning
- budget meetings
- casting decisions
- marketing campaigns
Key Concepts
Sustainability
artistic integrity
accessibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance artistic quality with commercial appeal?
- What rehearsals are essential for success?
A Different Perspective
Audience may resist non‑traditional formats.
