2002 Summer Seminar
UCLA, June 30 - July 6

How to Enjoy Opera

—John Kerns

Course Description:

Opera is widely regarded as the grandest of art forms, integrating music, song, dance, and theater in a powerful artistic expression. John Kerns will present a beginner’s guide to enjoying opera, including a discussion of the various elements of opera performances and what to do as an audience member to maximize your enjoyment. Abundant video examples will illustrate the presentation. A longtime opera enthusiast, Mr. Kerns is a financial consultant in San Francisco.

Schedule: Sunday, 2:15:00 PM
Track: Art and Aestethics