What does representation look like in opera today? Is casting racially specific roles progressive or problematic? How should we engage with works like Madama Butterfly in 2025? 🤔🤔🤔 In a new video, Vancouver Opera’s Luka Kawabata dives into the evolving conversation around representation in opera—where it’s been, where it’s going, and why it matters. Watch now and join the discussion.🎬 💬 #vancouveropera #madamabutterfly #lukakawabata #representationmatters #diversityinopera #asianstories #op

A few reasons why y'all need to care... •Diverse representation on, and off stage is a real way to make opera accessible and relevance to people who aren't already opera fans.•A lack of diversity often turns many first time opera goers into one-time opera goers. •A diverse opera company would attract more diverse artists, resulting a broader storytelling range. If you have thoughts on the importance of diversity in the opera world, share them! Let's talk• #opera #diversity #inclusion #representa