"The score touches the person hearing it for the very first time, and for people who know the opera well, suddenly it's like meeting old friends." Legendary opera director Moffatt Oxenbould's celebrated production of Madama Butterfly is back at Sydney Opera House, opening our 70th anniversary season! opera.org.au/butterfly | Opera Australia

7.3K views · 307 reactions | Madama Butterfly first premiered #onthisday in 1904 曆 The iconic opera is now viewed as a masterpiece, but when the production was first performed in Italy, it was jeered and booed by the audience (in a way that probably wouldn't be tolerated in most opera houses today). But after Puccini's revision of the original score, the next presentation of it was considered a rousing success. #madamabutterfly #operaaustralia | Marquee TV | Facebook

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10K views · 309 reactions | Puccini’s soaring Madame Butterfly returns to HGO this winter–perfect for both first-time opera-goers and classic opera enthusiasts! Plan an unforgettable night on the town with great seats available now for performances January 26 - February 11. Tickets start at just $25 to experience one of opera's timeless classics. | Houston Grand Opera | Facebook