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by Marguerite on November 22nd, 2009
I'm for that. Yes.
by gwh6552 on November 22nd, 2009
Nothing wrong with taxpayers funding the arts, of which opera is one.
by Firebrand on November 22nd, 2009
Not being an Opera lover I would still say yes because I would want them to fund the Ballet.
by Baby Blue on November 22nd, 2009
May as well give it a try....
by Sharona Life is a Tale Told by an Idiot on November 22nd, 2009
Music and the arts should be supported in some manner.
by Freedom00 on November 22nd, 2009
I think anyone, that is wealthy enough to both afford and appreciate opera, can support that particular type of music themselves.
I don't see anyone supporting rock, heavy metal, or hard core rap. It should be all or nothing.
+5
by dragonfly on November 22nd, 2009
definitely
by philosopher-saint on November 22nd, 2009
Along with an incessant loop of the screetch of fingernails on blackboards, keithold!
[you pay more tax to have the volume (of the opera) decreased?]
;-)
by failed_stoic on November 22nd, 2009
only if there is no admission fee
by Universe Of Life on November 22nd, 2009
Why the Hell not?
We fund wars to kill and destroy simply for the power and wealth of others ...
To fund something wonderful would be a rewarded tax paid for a good change ...
Peace
by deltabtry on November 22nd, 2009
absolutely not.
by vera city on November 22nd, 2009
the arts are an important part of any society and go a long way toward civilizing it's populace, so i say absolutely, yes!
by Mountain Momma on November 22nd, 2009
No
What's your favorite song sung by Andrea Bocelli?
by italianmare on June 5th, 2010
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What was the first opera
by benten on June 23rd, 2010
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Is it really over when the fat lady sings?
by Piano Player on February 16th, 2011
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Does anyone know the name of the operatic piece that British Airways used to use in their commercials?
by DA BEN DAN yanggui zi on October 6th, 2010
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What do you think when someone tells you they sing opera?
by onegoodgirl on January 23rd, 2011
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Thanks Marguerite.
by keithold is a prodigal bagger on November 22nd, 2009
Since you are Australian, I want you to know that I enjoy Australian opera, because I watch it on the Australian channel called Ovation all the time. Just the other day I saw "La Bohemme". I thought I heard the most beautiful voices I had ever heard in opera. Even if Australians don't all enjoy it, I think it would be a shame to cut funds for it. You have one of the most beautiful opera houses in the world also! I watch all the operas from there!
by Marguerite on November 22nd, 2009