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Renee Fleming

I think opera has gained a kind of glamorous appeal. It's a live performance that aligns all of the arts, and when it is represented in the media, in film in particular, it is presented as something that is really a special event, whether it's a great dat

Renee Fleming

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Renee Fleming is saying that opera is seen as exciting and stylish because it combines different art forms in a live show. She also points out that movies often show opera as a unique and important experience, making it feel even more special.

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