Theodora, a nobly-born Christian and her friend Irene are worshiping with their fellow believers in private rather than joining in the festival for the emperor’s birthday. A messenger brings news of the Roman governor’s decree for citizens to offer sacrifice to Venus, on pain of death.
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Handel: Semele
Semele does not want to marry Athamus. She is an ambitious young woman with her sights set on a Bigger Prize.
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