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"It's heroic. It's tragic. It's regretful. It's intentional. It's everything all at once."

We took a walk with Lise Lindstrom along the Atlanta Beltline to talk about what it means to step into the role of Brünnhilde with The Atlanta Opera — and her answer is something every opera lover needs to hear.

Before you take your seat for Twilight of the Gods, make sure you've listened to this. Assistant Director Emma Grimsley breaks down the five things you need to know about Wagner's Götterdämmerung — from the genius of leitmotifs and the opera's daunting (and totally worth it) length, to why Brünnhilde is one of the most heroic characters in all of opera.

Whether you're a Ring Cycle devotee or a first-time Wagner listener, this is the perfect primer. Find the latest episode of the Atlanta Opera Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.