Excellent cast lends warmth to opera's demanding roles

From: Honolulu Star - Bulletin | Date: February 2, 2003| Author: | Copyright information

Quick: Name an opera you've never seen that's full of familiar tunes.

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Tchaikovsky's "Eugene Onegin" opened Hawaii Opera Theatre's "Coming of Age" season Friday night. "Eugene Onegin" contains instantly recognizable pieces, most obviously the three popular dances and a favorite bass aria, and yet it is rarely performed.

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Repeats at 4 p.m. today and 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Blaisdell Concert Hall. Tickets are $27 to $95. Call 596-7858.

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