Stephen Wadsworth's new production of Terrence McNally's Master Class starring Tyne Daly as the legendary opera soprano Maria Callas IS at the Vaudeville Theatre following its critically acclaimed, sell-out run on Broadway.

This is exactly what the title says: the occasion for a magisterial and classy performance from Tyne Daly as the wildly popular soprano Maria Callas.

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Master Class, an extraordinary insight into the life and loves of Maria Callas , the iconic opera singer whose turbulent private life and fiery temperament were as astonishing as her formidable talents.

There was a period in her 20s when Tyne Daly was always cast as a victim. She'd grown up in a theatrical family and dreamt of being a classical actor, but her husband's acting and directing career led the couple to Hollywood with their baby daughter.