Acclaimed lecturer Dr. John Hale will explore the historical and mythological background of Mozart’s beloved "The Magic Flute" for the Kentucky Opera Lecture Series.

The Queen of the Night, genies and villains, bunnies, bats and boars, and of course, a magic flute delight the kid in us all. While most baroque and classical operas are based on Greek or Roman mythology, Mozart ventured into less explored territory by setting "The Magic Flute" in ancient Egypt. The gods Isis and Osiris dominate the world of Sarastro and his fellow priests, and the ancient world’s emphasis on the supernatural power of music lies behind the use of the magic flute itself as the opera's most important symbol.

This program is free, but tickets are required. Visit http://www.lfpl.org/tickets/author-tickets.asp for tickets.