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The blockbuster before cinema. If the 19th century could do it, so can we.

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17. Les contes d’Hoffmann (Jacques Offenbach)

Offenbach's astonishing last opera.

Nicholas Fuller 19th century opera, French opera, German composers, Jacques Offenbach 3 Comments July 16, 2017August 12, 2026 8 Minutes

16. Macbeth (Giuseppe Verdi)

The Scottish play, Verdi style. With dozens of witches.

Nicholas Fuller 19th century opera, Giuseppe Verdi, Italian composers, Italian opera 3 Comments July 8, 2017August 8, 2026 10 Minutes

15. Germania (Alberto Franchetti)

A gripping historical opera by Puccini's forgotten rival.

Nicholas Fuller 20th century opera, Alberto Franchetti, Italian composers, Italian opera Leave a comment July 6, 2017October 4, 2026 7 Minutes

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