Overview
Character Name
Chorus
Show
Gender
Either Gender
Playing Age
Young Adult, Adult, Mature Adult
Role Size
Ensemble
Dancing
Mover
Voice
Soprano, Mezzo-Soprano, Tenor, Baritone, Bass, Contralto
Vocal Range
High Note: A♯5/B♭5
Low Note: F2
Vocal Technique
Operatic
Time & Place
Venice, 17th century, Italy
Analysis
The chorus in this opera take on the roles of monks, senators, sailors, shipwrights, citizens of Venice, masquers, and guards. Often split into two opposing factions, this opera centres on the work of the chorus. There are also several dances during the opera, which might
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