What happened: The Welsh National Opera (WNO) has credited pop star Rosalía and the popularity of 'opera aesthetics' on social media for a recent increase in interest in opera.
Why it matters:
- Highlights a new way opera is reaching younger and more diverse audiences.
- Shows how social media trends can influence traditional art forms.
MNN Take: Rosalía's influence and the rise of opera-themed content online have helped boost the art form's visibility, encouraging more people to engage with opera.
Sources: BBC UK