Review:Love portion Opera
It has been quite some time since I last attended an opera, and the prospect of seeing one again is appealing. This particular opera seems well-suited to my preferences, considering both the price and the schedule. The ticket price is 5,000 won for residents of Yeongcheon, and the performance begins at 1:30. I find that watching an opera with children enhances my enjoyment.
The journey to the center by bus from the kindergarten was a close call, and I was concerned about missing it. While I anticipated a pleasant experience for the children, I received some criticism from them because I had not informed them about leaving the kindergarten. Many children from childcare centers were also in attendance. I was concerned that there might not be enough cushions to raise the seating level for the children. I had expected to bring a large number of cushions, as many childcare center buses were parked outside.
Nonetheless, this was not the situation. Specific sections within the center were allocated, and the children from the centers were seated in those areas. As I reserved my ticket independently, my seat is situated in front of theirs. Fortunately, there were still numerous seats accessible. The opera provided a brief introduction on how to appreciate the performance, including when to express “bravo” following an especially remarkable act. It would be delightful to share how the children in the audience reacted to each performance. Furthermore, with ample seating, it is quite pleasant to enjoy the show with sufficient personal space.
The performers provided an entertaining experience for the children, singing and playing musical instruments while encouraging the audience to sing along. The performance seemed well-suited for the children’s level. However, following the show was challenging due to the songs being in a language other than Korean, though subtitles were provided. Despite this, many children appeared not to understand the plot. After over an hour of songs in various languages, my children were ready for a nap. Additionally, the classical musicians were positioned below the stage, making it difficult to see them, even from our close seats.
After the show, the theater doors opened, and surprisingly few people remained. Many of the children who had been enthusiastically responding to the performers were gone. Navigating the area with the actors was difficult. Some staff members and a conductor invited us to take pictures with them, as there were hardly any other children outside the hall.
It was amusing to see the staff so eager to take photos with the children. I smiled for the pictures, feeling a mix of awkwardness and amusement, like I was being treated with special care. It was a truly unique experience, unlike anything I had encountered before.
