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EPISODE · Apr 23, 2025 · 42 MIN

High Notes and Sarah Playfair (Part 1)

from High Notes and Anecdotes · host Adam Miller

Episode 13 - Hey there! Get cozy because you're in for a treat today. We're diving into an incredibly funny and fascinating episode featuring Sarah Playfair, legendary British opera casting director. Her stories from decades in the industry are simply captivating. Join us as Helena Dix, globetrotting operatic soprano, and Adam Miller, opera singer turned producer, writer, and director, chat with Sarah about her remarkable experiences. From working on Kenneth Branagh's 'The Magic Flute' to her thoughts on the importance of a singer's online presence in today's digital age, it's a deep dive into the heart of casting. You'll hear surprising audition tales, her perspectives on the industry's evolution, and what it really takes to stand out. So, if you're curious about the behind-the-scenes magic of opera casting, this episode is definitely for you!

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Helena Dix and Adam Miller dive into an incredibly funny and fascinating episode featuring Sarah Playfair, legendary British opera casting director. Her stories from decades in the industry are simply captivating. From working on Kenneth Branagh’s ’The Magic Flute’ to Sarah’s thoughts on the importance of a singer’s online presence in today’s digital age, it’s a deep dive into the heart of casting. You’ll hear surprising audition tales, her perspectives on the industry’s evolution, and what it really takes to stand out. So, if you’re curious about the behind-the-scenes magic of opera casting, this episode is definitely for you!

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