A Third-Act Twist for the San Diego Opera
The San Diego Opera averted a shock closure and transformed what had been a pending tragedy for the company into a nail-biting comedy—all thanks to crowdfunding. Opera is a medley of dramatic arts, incorporating acting, singing, dancing, ornate scenery and costumes and, often, a full orchestra. Keeping an opera company running can involve handling just as many moving parts behind the scenes. The San Diego compa…