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...fourth production of the Dunster House Opera is also, by far, its most ambitious. In past years, the Opera's choice of repertory has reflected the limitations of its all-student cast; last year's one-act Gianni Schicchi and the operetta Die Fledermaus were light comedies, allowing spirited acting to make up for the inevitable vocal shortcomings. This year, however, the Opera has set its sights considerably higher: the production is Mozart's "Marriage of Figaro," one of the most beloved operas, and it is performed with very few cuts, coming in at almost 3 hours running time...
...Fledermaus...
...Fledermaus, Dunster House's latest operatic production, was greatly successful in its depiction of wholesome, late nineteenth century aristocratic frolicking. Remaining true to the playful spirit of Johann Strauss' Viennese intrigue of love and revenge, the production smoothly wove its many characters and sub-plots into one cohesive whole, maintaining its drunken, nonsensical energy throurghout its entire two and a half hours...
Dunster House's production of Die Fledermaus thus combines its fun-loving, ridiculous plot with strong singing and albeit mediocre acting to create an overall entertaining night of endless antics...
...Dunster House Opera Society will perform Die Fledermaus, which includes Johann Strauss' famous waltzes, a mixed-up plot worthy of Gilbert and Sullivan and a cross-dressing prince who hosts a drunken ball. Showtime is 8:30 p.m. in the Dunster Dining Hall. Tickets are $5, $4 for residents...