How are movies similar to opera?

Answer 1

… An oratorio is a large musical composition including an orchestra, a choir, and soloists. The oratorio was somewhat modelled after the Opera. Their similarities include the use of a choir, soloists, an ensemble, various distinguishable characters, and arias. However, opera is musical theatre, while oratorio is strictly a concert piece, though they are sometimes staged as operas…… Check the link below for further information.

Answer 2

There have been several Broadway musicals that are operas, like "Evita". Traditional operas are completely sung through and use a certain pitch. Many Broadway Musicals now use dialogue in the show.

Answer 3

Both are - vocal, instrumental and usually dramatic. However oratorio [usually] has no staging or dramatic acting.

Answer 4

They are both forms of vocal and instrumental music.

Answer 5

There is songs and sounds