It’s rare when you get to sit feet away from an opera diva's performance. And this is the kind of experience you get when seeing Shelley Cooper perform one of her solo fringe shows. Shelley Cooper is the author and performer of La Divina: The Last Interview of Maria Callas and Jenny Lind Presents P.T. Barnum. Both shows offer a behind-the-scenes look at the women’s lives, all while experiencing operatic gems. Shelley shares her fringe journey along with some great advice on WTF you should believe in your art.

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