But the show's designer, Robert Carsen, known primarily for his work in theater and opera, also wants the visitor to glean a sense of experiencing differing Bohemias for themselves.

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One of Scotland's best-known authors is to write the words for a work being staged by Scottish Opera.

BBC: Alexander McCall Smith

Opera has not developed a separate app for the iPad but says the iPhone program will also work on Apple's new device.

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