How Philip Glass turns the circus into opera that’s magical and profound

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A drum beats. An accordion joins in, like the music of a clown. A trombone further adds a circusy effect. A bearded lady, aerial acrobat, juggler, lion tamer and trapeze artist all materialize under the big top. “Circus Days and Nights,” Philip Glass’ latest opera, is having its premiere by Malmö …

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