5 Opera Recommendations for Romantic Comedy Lovers

Opera is a vast and varied genre. There is truly something for everyone. To demonstrate that, I’ll be tailoring my recommendations to the kinds of movie plots you generally enjoy in this blog post series! The operas listed are in a variety of languages, but all will be available with English subtitles. 

So why try opera? Because it’s a fusion of all the art forms. Singing, orchestral music, poetry, dance, costume design, and theater. The stereotype from the Victorian era that opera is boring and elitist has got to go. Opera is palpable passion. It’s sheer beauty. It’s extreme feats of vocal ability. And it’s funny. It’s tragic. It’s romantic. It’s thrilling. I’m here to tell you that opera is all things, and that it could be your new favorite thing. So at least give it a try.

If you like Romantic Comedies….

1. The Marriage of Figaro- cheating, romance, hilairious plots that go awry, and servants outwitting royals

   Watch a performance on YouTube for free here.

2. Cosi fan tutte - Bridegrooms place bets on whether or not their betrothed will remain faithful in their absence. Hilarity ensues when plots cast by the chambermaid and neighborhood philosopher bend the tide.

   Watch a performance on YouTube for free here.

3. La Cenerentola -a hilarious take on Cinderella with over the top stepsisters

   Watch a performance on YouTube for free here.

4. Telephone- when your boyfriend has to call you to propose because you won’t get off the phone.

   Watch a free Youtube performance here.

5. L’elisir d’amore- a waiter pines over a female hotel owner and has the town “quack” doctor make him a love potion

   Watch a free Youtube performance here.