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Seattle Opera Podcast

Seattle Opera
The Magic Flute
Opera
Mozart
Pagliacci
Tamino
Papageno
Princess Pamina
Queen Of the Night
Zoroastro
Fairy Tales
Monostatos
Three Spirits
Enrico Caruso
Les Troyens
The Pirates Of Penzance
Daphne
Fellow Travelers
Carmen
Virgil's Aeneid
Smokey Robinson

Explore and celebrate opera's unique fusion of music and drama with Seattle Opera's 101 series or any of our behind-the-scenes interviews. Founded in 1963, Seattle Opera presents both European classics and new works of American opera.

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Latest Episodes

Why has Carmen been, since 1875, one of the world’s most popular operas? Seattle Opera Dramaturg Jonathan Dean introduces this beloved masterpiece with musical examples from Seattle Opera’s archival recordings of Carmen: from 1995, with Greer Grimsle... more

In February/March 2026 Seattle Opera premieres a new production of Fellow Travelers, an opera (based on the novel by Thomas Mallon) with music by Gregory Spears to a libretto by Greg Pierce that premiered at Cincinnati Opera in 2016. Jonathan Dean in... more

Daphne, by Richard Strauss, comes to Seattle Opera for two concert performances in January 2025. This gorgeous opera, based on Greek myth, is a splendid showcase for a fantastic orchestra. Jonathan Dean explains what Strauss learned from Wagner, tell... more

Seattle Opera presents its first-ever Gilbert & Sullivan in October 2025: The Pirates of Penzance, in a charming, traditional production that has already delighted many American opera audiences. Jonathan Dean explains the difference between opera and... more

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Host

Jonathan Dean
Seattle Opera Dramaturge, known for providing insightful commentary on opera productions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Best podcast about opera

    Very informative and fun.

    Thanks !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kayenne2020
    United States2 years ago
  • I LOVE this podcast

    I’m brand new to opera and this podcast has been a wonderful help in my learning.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    984320
    Australia2 years ago
  • Don’t talk over each other during interviews

    Some of the interviews people talked over each other. I understand the intention of cramming more content into the short 30 mins but having two people talking at the same time is hard for listeners to following along and it sounds like people were not listening to each other and cutting each other off all the time.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    yrxvg
    United States3 years ago
  • Incredible

    Jonathan Dean does a fantastic job summarizing Seattle Opera’s productions while interspersing original recordings from their archive. His quick wit and cadence provide a wonderful listening experience. Additionally, the topics covered outside of the productions provide unique context and fascinating insight in opera.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dav Silver
    United States5 years ago
  • Both short show summaries and in depth discussion

    I like how this podcast has both short show summeries (15 minutes) and also in depth discussions on specific topics like voice types and composers. Also really enjoyed hearing from the Seattle Opera archives great singers from the past and current productions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ad;ljgka
    United States6 years ago

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Many commend the host's ability to summarize complex operatic themes succinctly, making opera more accessible to newcomers.
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Conversations center on the vibrant world of opera, offering insights into both classic and contemporary works. Frequent topics include extensive discussions on operatic pieces, composer highlights, and thematic explorations related to both narrative and performance arts. Unique to the content are behind-the-scenes insights that deepen appreciation for the intricate craftsmanship of opera productions, alongside informative previews of upcoming seasonal performances. This combination of educational material and entertaining anecdotes makes it accessible to both seasoned opera enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

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Seattle Opera Podcast launched 6 years ago and published 130 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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