Corrected entry: We first see Carlotta in a rehearsal for the opera "Hannibal," that is supposed to open that same night. The directors request her to sing the aria from the third act, then the accident occurs, and Carlotta storms out. Christine takes over the aria, and it is decided she will perform on the first night. Then there is a cut to that first night, Christine singing the aria in question, but in a costume and in sets that have obviously nothing whatsoever to do with "Hannibal."
Ioreth
21st Dec 2004
Correction: Carlotta throws her tantrum because her dress for the third act aria isn't ready - she says so herself. Of course it wouldn't be ready for Christine either, who then has to wear *something* for it.
Sereenie