In Scene 1, we are introduced to our first Opera within an Opera. The Hannibal Production begins during the rehearsal and transforms into the live, final stage production at the end of the scene. What is the purpose for presenting Hannibal this way?

Hannibal is presented in this way to show the audience the importance and complexity of his presence in the work.

Explanation:

Hannibal is a complex and controversial personaem, but there is no denying how great he is and who contributes to the work in an extraordinary way. His importance within the work makes his presentation equally gradual, complex and thought-provoking, so that the audience understands the nature of this character.

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