Dark matter
In Schikaneder’s patriarchal cosmology, darkness is the province of emotional women—not just the erratic fury of the Queen of the Night, but the pathetic supplications of Pamina as well.
27 pieces since 2012 — in 16 roles, at 9 companies, most often at Metropolitan Opera.
1 piece as Tamino — stats above show all coverage for Charles Castronovo.
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