Here is a video of Natalie Dessay singing The Doll Aria in a very modern production of Tales of Hoffman.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e1k5l4oiCEc
This woman is absolutely incredible. The amount of control that she has is completely incredible and her range is utterly astounding. This particular production of Tales of Hoffman takes place in an asylum. Take a look in her eyes when she is singing, especially at the very beginning. The fact that she can stay so completely involved and in character while flawlessly executing the difficult coloratura is a testament to her abilities not only as a singer, but as an actress and an overall well-rounded performer. This is the direction that I think opera should be moving toward. Feel free to disagree.
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