

Sondra Radvanovsky
Soprano who sings the role of Tosca at the Met. Known for her interpretation of Vissi d'arte.
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Dec 26, 2018 • 24min
Puccini's Tosca: I Offered Songs to the Stars
Sondra Radvanovsky, a celebrated soprano renowned for her role as Tosca at the Met, shares deep reflections on Puccini's emotional masterpiece. She discusses the haunting aria 'Vissi d'arte', connecting its themes of despair and faith to both personal and societal struggles, including the AIDS crisis and the #MeToo movement. The conversation dives into the transformative power of opera in navigating life's complexities, while Radvanovsky delivers a stunning rendition of the aria, capturing the essence of Tosca's poignant journey.


