The modern production of classical opera has become an unavoidable problem in the history of opera's performance,criticism and acceptance.The tendency of symbolization in modern production of western classical opera in recent years is a typical problem worth discussing.This is the case with the modern production of Zemlinsky's one-act opera Der Zwerg(The Dwarf),in which iconic symbols are used in all its three versions,thus a logical link arises between music and theatre,stage and performance,and ultimately a convincing stage interpretation.Symbolic production is led into more personalized creation,highlighting the symbolic meaning of the drama and its music,and thus linked to its performance,leading the audience into a deep spiritual experience.
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