On June 1st, the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool will host the free concert “Opera Italiana is in the Air” from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. The event will feature notable performers such as tenor Antonio Poli, soprano Ewa Plonka, and baritone Anthony D. Anderson, and will include beloved arias, particularly celebrating the work of Puccini on the centennial of his passing. The event aims to make opera more accessible and enjoyable, breaking down traditional barriers like cost and dress codes, and underscores the therapeutic qualities of music, which has been shown to aid in healing by alleviating stress, reducing anxiety, and managing pain.
