Legends of Opera

Critics, directors and singers celebrate the world's greatest opera stars, past and present, starting with the late great Italian tenor Luciano Pavarotti.

An intimate profile of Jose Carreras, the Spanish tenor who achieved worldwide fame with his performances as one of the Three Tenors.

A look at the life and career of Maria Callas, who captivated audiences with her iconic opera performances in productions such as Tosca and Norma.

A look at the life and career of Placido Domingo, the Spanish tenor who enjoyed tremendous international success alongside Luciano Pavarotti and Jose Carreras.

A celebratory look at the career of Kiri Te Kanawa, the New Zealand soprano who shot to stardom in the 70s with appearances at London's Royal Opera House.

A fascinating portrait of Joan Sutherland, the Australian operatic soprano internationally acclaimed for her coloratura roles.

A portrait of the late Montserrat Caballe, the Spanish soprano known for the Olympic anthem Barcelona that she performed with Freddie Mercury.

A profile of Mario Lanza, the American tenor who introduced opera to the masses in the 40s and 50s, long before Pavarotti, Carreras and Domingo's Three Tenors.

A look at the rise of Andrea Bocelli, one of the greatest singing talents in the world today who took classical music to the top of international pop charts.

A look at the career of Renee Fleming, the American soprano who has dazzled opera fans for decades in the finest opera houses around the world.

A fascinating look at the life and career of Enrico Caruso, the Italian tenor who starred at the Metropolitan Opera in the early 20th century.

An intimate profile of the late American soprano Jessye Norman. Her roles in Aida and Les Troyen made her an international superstar throughout the 80s.