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Rufus Wainwright’s first opera opens in Toronto

Canadian singer attends North American premiere at the Luminato arts festival

By Xtra • June 14, 2010 8:00 pm EDT

Xtra talked with Canadian singer Rufus Wainwright at the North American premiere of his first opera, Prima Donna.

Catch Prima Donna at 7:30pm on June 14, 16, 18 and 19 at Toronto’s Elgin Theatre, 189 Yonge St. Rufus performs live on June 15 and 17 at 7:30 pm at the Elgin Theatre. See luminato.com for details and ticket info.

Watch the video below:

Rufus also kicked off his North American tour in Toronto on June 15. Watch our exclusive clips from the show:

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