So what exactly is opera dramaturgy?

*describe general opera dramaturgy elements (research, communications, super titles)

https://thetheatretimes.com/role-dramaturg-creation-new-opera-works/ 

both for standard rep and new works: "But in both cases, the ultimate role of the dramaturg remains the same: to focus on the big picture, to think about the overall structure of the work and to make suggestions that will improve how the piece comes to life on stage."

*talk about specific interest in developmental dramaturgy