Staging Scenes from the Operas of Mozart

In Staging Scenes from the Operas of Mozart: A Guide for Teachers and Singers opera director William Ferrara offers the perfect resource for the dramatic preparation of opera scenes for directors and student performers. Topics include study and research rehearsal planning blocking characterization and costuming for four of Mozart’s most popular operas. He surveys basic concepts of opera acting and directing and provides a step-by-step guide to the rehearsal process. While much has appeared on the history and musical performance practice of the operas of Mozart no guide to the directing and acting of his operas—with simple concise staging instructions and practical information concerning casting props and costumes—has yet seen publication.<BR /><BR />