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Ep. 64 Akhnaten By Glass

Opera For Everyone

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Exploring Gender and Identity in Akhenaten

This chapter delves into Philip Glass's opera 'Akhenaten', focusing on the intricate portrayal of its main characters and the themes of gender construction. It also discusses the historical context of the opera's premiere and the unique choice of a countertenor to represent Akhenaten's multifaceted identity.

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