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Ask The Diva

Our resident diva is temperamental, it's true. But she's also one smart cookie. Catch her on a good day, refreshed from sufficient adulation the night before, and she'll blossom — showing off a trove of opera knowledge she's only too happy to flaunt.

So ask your opera questions here and we'll try to get the Diva's attention long enough to tackle those that catch her fancy. Her attention span is limited, though, and she's easily bored, so make your questions interesting. We'll transcribe her words of wisdom (Diva doesn't type) and post her answers here.

Remember, the Diva doesn't answer everything. She makes the rules to suit her moods. Flatter her with a question, and help to keep our Diva amused.

Illustration Credit: Edward Gorey


LATEST QUESTIONS ANSWERED BY THE DIVA

Question: I saw that you deliver fan mail to Rise Stevens, and as I have admired her for years, I was wondering when the next time you are going to see her would be and how long I would have to send a letter to you to be delivered. thanks in advance for the answer.

Question: The Met live telecast DVDs for sale in the on-line store promenently show HD. Please clarify: Is HD the same thing as Blu-ray?

Question: I am a student at NYU studying Vocal Performance. I am also interested in public relations and production. Who should I send my resume to if I am interested in an internship position for the spring semester?

Question: I have gone to many HD performances in ft myers, FL and they were wonderful when I could buy a ticket as most were sold out. I relied on npr to fill the gap. they dropped the met opera last year. Is there any way I can get the sat. mat. performances on radio? thanks. EM Greenwood

Question: I heard the most beautiful aria about a girl pleading with her father to allow her to see her boyfriend. No title was give and I would love to purchase a recordiing of that opera/aria. I am certain it is famous. can you help me please with some suggestions to search for?