ActIII proves that this is not a tragic opera. First, Semele is luxuriating in her bed until Jupiter comes by for a visit or "a booty call" I believe that they make love within the limits of the ENO. Juno visits Semele disguised as Semele's sister Ino with a magic mirror which only exacerbates Semele's vanity. Semele wants to consummate (probably once again) her relationship with Jupiter in all of his godlike glory. The flames of Jupiter kill Semele, but the final joy of the opera is that their union results in the birth of Bacchus! I thoroughly enjoyed exploring this opera and I would love to see it in person. Jim, would you kindly keep me apprised of any local productions and I will keep my eyes and ears open. Many thanks.
ActIII proves that this is not a tragic opera. First, Semele is luxuriating in her bed until Jupiter comes by for a visit or "a booty call" I believe that they make love within the limits of the ENO. Juno visits Semele disguised as Semele's sister Ino with a magic mirror which only exacerbates Semele's vanity. Semele wants to consummate (probably once again) her relationship with Jupiter in all of his godlike glory. The flames of Jupiter kill Semele, but the final joy of the opera is that their union results in the birth of Bacchus! I thoroughly enjoyed exploring this opera and I would love to see it in person. Jim, would you kindly keep me apprised of any local productions and I will keep my eyes and ears open. Many thanks.
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