Unlike many works by Puccini, Verdi or Wagner, Mozart’s operas demand charismatic singing actors working closely together with a minimum of diva/divo posturing.
Further streaming options from the Met this week include two classic telecasts: 'Rigoletto' starring Luciano Pavarotti on Wednesday, and a 'Luisa Miller' on Sunday featuring Renata Scotto at the peak of her considerable powers as a Verdi interpreter.