“I think that the operatic theatre is something that you can connect to, and in this moment when you are in the theatre you forget your worries.” - Evgenia Selina

From Pop to Puccini:

Engage in an enlightening conversation with the award winning, Russian-born opera singers Evgenia Selina and Ilya Lapich, a dynamic husband-and-wife duo now thriving in Germany. The episode delves into their distinct journeys toward opera: Evgenia's path, deeply rooted in a musical family where classical music was a constant companion, and Ilya's unique transition from pop, rock, and choral singing into the world of classical opera.

Listeners are invited to explore the transformative power of opera, as Evgenia and Ilya discuss the psychological depth and emotional vulnerability required to embody characters on stage. They share personal insights into their creative inspirations, professional challenges, and the reasons why Europe offers a uniquely supportive environment for opera singers, in contrast to larger nations like the United States or Russia.

The conversation extends beyond the stage to touch on themes of language, culture, and family life, including the experience of raising multilingual children and living between diverse worlds; balancing Russian heritage with European careers and global artistic traditions. At its heart, this episode is a profound reflection on opera as a vibrant, living art form that seamlessly blends music, theater, visual design, and storytelling, crafting an experience that transcends language, geography, and time.

images: ©evgenia selina & ilya lapich – used with permission

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