Do You Remember OperaVox? In 1995, the BBC launched OperaVox, a series that turned classic operas into half-hour animated episodes. Think Rankin/Bass-style stop-motion but for opera! In this spooky and whimsical take on The Barber of Seville, Don Basilio’s slander aria comes to life in a way that’s both quirky and memorable. OperaVox didn’t become a huge mainstream hit, but it’s a gem that proves opera can be fresh, fun, and perfect for new audiences. We need more of this creativity in the opera