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The American soprano is one of the most sought-after singers today, shining as Lucia, Elvira, Ophélie, Violetta, and Maria Stuarda on opera stages around the world. With a CD of zarzuela arias, Lisette Oropesa traces her cultural roots in Spain and, above all, Cuba, her family's homeland. Cuban zarzuela often deals with tragic family stories marked by class conflict and colonialism, yet they are wrapped in rousing Caribbean rhythms. Florian Heurich spoke with Lisette Oropesa about stories from the stage and from her own family, living between Cuba, Spain, and the USA.
Lisette's interview will be broadcast on BR Klassik in Austria with Florian Heurich on
Friday, November 7, 2025
7:03 pm to 8:00 pm
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