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Classical WETA is Washington's home for opera year round.

Classical WETA is Washington's home for opera year round. From December through May, experience the power and passion of the Metropolitan Opera. The rest of the year features performances from leading opera houses around the world, including Washington National Opera.

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Washington National Opera

Tamerlano

November 22, 2008, 1:00 pm

Composer: George Frideric Handel
Conductor: William Lacey

In the 126th role of his extraordinary career, Placido Domingo tackles one of the earliest of the great tenor roles, and proves that a vocal style steeped in romance and passion can be right at home in the sometimes ethereal world of Baroque opera. David Daniels and Sarah Coburn also contribute to a truly stellar cast.

Cast: Placido Domingo (Bajazet); David Daniels (Tamerlano); Sarah Coburn (Asteria); Patricia Bardon (Andronico); Claudio Huckle (Irene); Andrew Foster Williams (Leone)

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