| Sumario: | The article examines the thematic and artistic exploration of the ocean in three recent operatic productions: Richard Wagner's *The Flying Dutchman*, Benjamin Britten's *Peter Grimes*, and Dai Fujikura's *The Great Wave*. It highlights how these operas incorporate maritime elements both musically and dramatically, from Wagner’s mythic and stormy seas to Britten’s depiction of a closed seaside community, and Fujikura’s contemporary portrayal of the creation of Hokusai’s iconic seascape. Each production employs distinct staging and musical techniques to evoke the sea’s physical and symbolic presence, reflecting diverse cultural and narrative perspectives on human interaction with the ocean. The article also notes the innovative use of minimalist and multimedia elements in these performances, underscoring opera’s ongoing engagement with water as a source of artistic inspiration.
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