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'Potter' the opera? 
JULY 16, 2006 at 3:57 PM
Posted by GERI
Source: Sign on San Diego
Is it possible for Harry Potter fans to see an opera version of the series in the near future? Well if Tiffany Moon has her way The Harry Potter Opera Cycle may become a reality
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Moon, who is a composer, has completed one Potter opera solo of a seven-part opera cycle based on the books. So far she has been denied permission from Rowling as well as Warner Bros. to conduct the opera, but is holding out hope that permission may be eventually given.
Moon on the possibility of the opera becoming a reality:
I can't imagine that this could remain her position forever. That the author of a series of books that created such a powerful new interest in reading by young people across the globe would forever deny the use of her subject matter for a series of operas that could direct this same interest to another very valuable art form.
Moon’s reasoning as to why a Harry Potter opera may appeal to all fans:
What isn't it about them that makes them operatic? It's pure epic. There's the hero who doesn't know who he is, who has to grow into himself. Whose master has to die before he can take on the mantle.
(It has) fabulous love stories, conflicts. There's a very pure good/evil conflict, but more human evils show up as well. Things that make the stories a little more interesting and real.
UPDATE: HPFZ recently interviewed Ms. Moon in which she further explained her vision of a Harry Potter opera:
HPFZ: The Harry Potter series is packed with emotion, humor and bravery. Will you be focusing on one of these aspects more than the other two?
Ms. Moon: Because an opera is simply a book set to music, which conveys every part of the book, from the plot development, to the action within each scene, to the ver insides of the characters themselves, I would not be composing for the HP books correctly if I weren't writing music that encompassed all parts of the books. I'm not creating an interpretation; I'm composing precisely for each book, very nearly in its entirety.
You can read the full interview here. Thanks Matt.
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Squib
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sleeky21 says:
oh wow I cant believe hp has gone to opera..also cant believe im the first to comment on it awesome!
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:01 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1762
AidanK says:
Well, I think that JKR and Warner Bros. may give permission someday for these operas to be performed. I also think that it will be a long time coming, well after the final film comes out. I don't plan on seeing it though, I've never been an opera fan.
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:08 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2041
Nataly says:
An opera? ham....i don't think that is a bad idea..It may tend to more people to like Harry Potter! Maybe older people.! Great! But a bit strange..
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:08 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1563
BlueIstari says:
wow, thats uhhh different. Sounds kinda cool though, i kinda want to see it now!
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:08 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
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HeadmistressMcGonagall says:
I think that would be AWESOME! I'd go see it, and I know a lot of other people would too. I think a Harry Potter Musical would also be cool, but that might be taking it one step too far.
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:10 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 341
**Miss Hermione Granger** says:
wow..harry potter an opera? That does sound really cool!!
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:13 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1467
_sapphire_ says:
This is so not cool, it's hilarious! Merlin, please deny this woman such insanity. Whoa, unless the original cast will be in the roles, then no - and it is not likely. No!
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:20 PM EST
True Weasley
Points: 5527
~GinnyWeasley~ says:
O M G ... no freaking way!!! that is soooo awesome!!! haha id so see that!!
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:21 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1009
Fire Phoenix says:
Opera? I think this is too much, the book is one thing the films an other, but also an opera ?
I won't say operas are bad, but I think Harry Potter is not there to use as a marketing object for art directions!
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:22 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 359
Fred Is Up To No Good says:
wow. Thats terribly wierd. And yet, brilliant! haha
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:24 PM EST
Squib
Points: 196
beachbaby21 says:
I'm not too sure about this! It could just end up being cheesey if the music and lyrics are useless. Best left alone I say!
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:24 PM EST
Witch
Points: 910
~PATD official stalker~ says:
Wow um thats pretty crazy.......and funny but good!
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:24 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
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the_girl_who_lived89 says:
Please don't! Why not just cut it off...=/
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:24 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
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~Hermione says:
Well... opera now. I don't think J.K. Rowling is going to permit that. I think she said that the movies and everything going with Harry Potter is already enough.
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:26 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1150
Witch_one_counts? says:
I think Harry Potter becoming an opera show would be a good thing. I mean, it certainly wouldn't hurt the whole idea of him... If that makes sense :) Ummm, It would also be a great way to turn something popular into another art form. J.K. did a great job writting the books, and I think with the right actors, it would be a good opera too.
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:27 PM EST
Witch
Points: 651
Therin Ennui says:
I've always wanted to see an opera, I've heard that even if you don't like the style of music they're unbelievable productions. A Harry Potter opera would be an interesting way to start. I doubt (based on what I've read) that JK would like the idea, however.
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:29 PM EST
Witch
Points: 844
HermionesWit says:
My apologies to those who are fans of this idea, but as much as I absolutely adore the Harry Potter series and all its characters, plot lines, and intense relationships, I just dont think its along the same lines of Tristan and Isolde. I would still go to see it of course if it were ever created, but I think it would be awkward and would take away from the development of characters that JK Rowling has so meticulously put together.
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:32 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
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Krum says:
Whatttt that would be sooooo bad and horrible. Neverrrr make an opera i would cry.
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:34 PM EST
Student
Points: 222
wimpyrobotfiend says:
Um, wow. An opera after Harry Potter is just not a good idea, no matter how good the series is.
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:34 PM EST
Hogwarts Psychologist
Points: 4236
Patronus Wiz says:
Huh? This is too weird. I disagree with making it into an opera, musical, play, whatever. It's silly.
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:40 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
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danradcliffelovr says:
Harry Potter on opera?? In my opinion, I think its weird. I don't agree with it. Who would go to see Harry Potter opera?
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:42 PM EST
Witch
Points: 596
SlytherinsPerfectPrefect says:
NOOO!!!!! They can't turn HP into an opera! It would ruin the whole HP experience for me...
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:45 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2906
Pema says:
I never would've thought of that. I don't know how well Harry Potter would do as an opera, but I'm open minded and optimistic.
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:46 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1172
sapphire260 says:
I don't know. I would watch it b/c it it is Harry Potter but I would not watch opera on a normal day!!
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:55 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
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Joe Ravenclaw says:
I'd go to see that! That would actually be pretty cool to go and see. It looks interesting enough. I would go see the seventh book at an opera.
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 4:59 PM EST
Vertigo Swinger
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Topher2707 says:
I really hope that she doesnt get her way. I really just cannot imagine a Harry Potter opera. I think that is just pushing it a little to far. The movies are already bad enough.
Posted Jul 16, 2006 at 5:00 PM EST
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