Giacomo Puccini’s dominance within the opera repertoire is virtually unmatched. With operas like “La Bohéme” and “Tosca” still remaining as house staples in opera houses around the world, Puccini solidified himself as an eminent composer in both the 19^thand 20^thcentury.  Have a read of this NY Times article to see how Puccini’s influence and dominance in the New York scene attracted the biggest names in industries within the Big Apple.  Click here to read the article.