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  • Performing arts analysis
  • Ophthalmology in literature
  • Theatrical character studies

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  • The performing arts, particularly opera, often reflect the human condition.
  • Visually impaired characters have been a recurring element in operatic narratives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the reasons for including visually impaired characters in opera.
  • To classify the causes of blindness or near blindness in these characters.
  • To determine the dramatic purpose of visual impairment within opera storylines.

Main Methods:

  • A review of operas from the 18th century to 2010 was conducted.
  • Characters with ocular problems were identified and included in the analysis.
  • Causes of visual impairment were categorized (organic, nonorganic, other) and linked to opera themes (biblical, mythical, historical, contemporary).

Main Results:

  • Blindness was depicted in 55 characters across 38 operas over three centuries.
  • Causes included trauma (11), congenital issues (5), unknown (18), psychogenic/malingering (9), and symbolic/miracle-related (12).
  • One opera featured an ophthalmologist curing a character's blindness.

Conclusions:

  • Visual impairment in opera serves as a frequent artistic device.
  • The use of such characters enhances the opera's dramatic intent.
  • Blindness in characters helps situate the opera within its specific historical or thematic context.