I've never been much of an opera fan, but I have gone a few times. You don't know what opera is until you have gone to one. It's not just people singing, it's a spectacle, with costumes, lighting, dancing and good acting as well.

The opera here in kansas city projects the lyrics above the stage. That really enhances it for me.

Maybe I'm crazy, but I just don't enjoy seeing people get murdered, raped or betrayed, so I only go to happy operas. They are very enjoyable, with clever bits that get laughs.

The style of opera singing has changed over recent years, and the dark kind of voice which sounds like the singer is swallowing the words, is out of fashion. I enjoy opera more since that has happened.