19 March 2009
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March 2009
Q.Name of the female lead in an opera
A.Prima donna is another phrase for diva - the principal female singer in an opera or of an opera company. It means first lady in Italian.
Q.What is the origin of the phrase " it's not over till the fat lady sings"
A.The phrase, "It ain't over till the fat lady sings", refers to the format of many operas, which often finish with a final song by the female lead.
Q.Which famous musical had a chorus girl daughter of a violinist.
A.The musical is The Phantom of the Opera. The father of the leading lady, Christine, was a famous violinist. He sends the Phantom to teach her music.