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This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that highlight the universal themes of love, conflict, and redemption found within the operatic canon. Join us as we celebrate the magic of storytelling through the lens of opera, encouraging you to discover a new book with every episode and experience the power of these dramatic narratives. Let the music and words transport you to a realm where passion meets performance, and every tale unfolds with grandeur.]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/7112754/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Books</category><copyright>Copyright Plays Genre</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/216ad23c3840fe94b999cadb243567ee.jpg</url><title>Stories From The Operas</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/stories-from-the-operas--7112754</link></image><lastBuildDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:06:04 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>Gladys Davidson</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Plays Genre</itunes:name><itunes:email>spreaker73@podcastlibrary.org</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/216ad23c3840fe94b999cadb243567ee.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of opera as we journey through a curated collection of stories inspired by timeless legends and captivating performances. 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