Recent Comments:
Is anyone getting syndicated HD? {Engadget HD}
Jul 11th 2006 10:36PM Nothing that I can find. I really want to see Enterprise in HD. They just show it in letterboxed SD....ugh.
San Fran Opera hopes for high-def {Engadget HD}
Jan 12th 2006 3:08PM My wife is a soprano and has performed in many operas in leading roles. I have been in several operas as well and stage managed a number of them.
I have also seen several operas on inHD. They are usually very well filmed. I think that seeing an opera on TV is fine, especially in HD. Operas usually have lavish sets and costumes, which translate well to HD. The 5.1 sound also helps a lot, too, allowing you to hear the "echo" from the theater.
I think that for people who are just starting out, an opera on TV is great. If it isn't in English, the subtitles are right there for you.
Now, having never liked operas before I met my wife, I must say that I do like them now....but definately not all of them. The comedies are MUCH easier to take. So, give it a shot....you might like it.
