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“Liverpool Oratorio,” though, is destined for the stage of Music Hall’s
Springer Auditorium. It is sure to play to near-sellout crowds, as was 2018’s
production of “Another Brick in the Wall,” based on Pink Floyd’s album of
the same name.

“For people who worry that this isn’t opera, I can assure them that this is
the real thing,” says Owens. “Last year, I went to Zurich and saw a friend of
mine – an opera singer – perform in ‘The World of Hanz Zimmer.’ I had
more fun than I can remember. It was a damned blast.

“Sometimes I sit there at these ‘serious’ events and I get frustrated. I ask
myself ‘What are we doing wrong?’ Why can’t the things we do have more
elements of fun? Why can’t they have more relevance to our own lives?
Well, this one does. Definitely. I can’t wait for people to see it.”

'Paul McCartney’s Liverpool Oratorio'

• When: July 18-27.

• Where: Springer Auditorium, Music Hall, 1243 Elm St., Over-the-
Rhine.

• Tickets: $28-$285.

• Information: 513-241-2742; www.cincinnatiopera.org.