Anybody can come and enjoy music and see all the beautiful ladies.

You name it. … clothes make the woman. Red and purple make the woman fun.

When you go to the store, things that are red and purple just jump out at you.

The music of the Beatles is always fabulous, ... This groups plays it well but you wouldn't mistake them for the original.

I ultimately realized we had gotten together for the music. It was such a huge thing in our lives. We were at the same age, same place in our careers, and we had great fun. But when I became a mother and was at home, I realized that in reality we had very little else in common. I wasn't happy, wasn't getting what I needed. It's tough to realize that. But while a big change can be painful, it also was for the best. I'm happier now than I've ever been.

The story, of course, is the well-known children's tale, and the music is appropriate for very young children, who are able to follow the story, and the more sophisticated musical audience. There's definitely an appeal for families who might be nervous about viewing opera for the first time, and the seasoned audiences who are more experienced with traditional musical scores.