Assertion: fairy's role | /r/HasProperty | performed by soprano
Facets:
value: originally
type: OTHER
Source sentences:
text: The role of Mopsa was originally performed by a soprano; however, a later revision by Purcell stated that it was to be performed by "Mr. Pate in woman's habit", presumably to have a grotesque effect and highlight the refrain "No, no, no, no, no; no kissing at all" in the dialogue between Corydon and Mopsa.