Caitlin Vincent is an award-winning librettist, trained vocalist, opera company director and arts commentator. Her librettos have won all three of America’s top opera prizes, her vocal work is featured on the Grammy Award-nominated album 40@40, and her latest book, OPERA WARS, is out now. In today’s episode, Caitlin and Annmarie discuss the riotous world of opera and the battle for its future.

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Title Mentioned in This Episode 

Opera Wars: Inside the World of Opera and the Battles for Its Future

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Photo Credit: Ruth Schwarzenholz Photography

**Writing Workshops: 

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