Vancouver Opera’s current production of Puccini’s Tosca is passionate, well-executed and highly atmospheric. The cast and technical team have created a truly moving piece. I often find myself at the opera trying to forget my acting training to focus instead on the music, costumes and set, but Tosca drew me in completely. It was the most enjoyable evening I have spent at the Vancouver Opera yet.

At 6:30pm (I’m not sure if this is exclusive to opening night) Vancouver Opera does this great thing: a preview talk to provide historical context for the plot and production history not necessarily included...