: The episode features the full ensemble, including Ed O'Neill (Jay), Julie Bowen (Claire), Ty Burrell (Phil), and Sofía Vergara (Gloria).

: Nathan Lane returned as Pepper Saltzman for this episode, a performance that earned him a Primetime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series.

" A Slight at the Opera " is the of the sitcom Modern Family . It first aired on February 6, 2013 , and features a variety of intersecting storylines involving school productions, sports rivalries, and psychic visits. Plot Summary

Watch a discussion and review of this specific episode to see how these storylines played out:

: Jay takes Phil to the golf course for a lesson, but they end up in a high-stakes "golf-off" against Mitchell and his friend Pepper.

: Claire takes on the task of babysitting Joe and Lily, which quickly descends into a "comedy of errors". Cast & Awards

: Gloria takes Alex along on errands, which include a visit to a psychic that challenges Alex’s skepticism.

: Cameron is directing a middle school production of "The Phantom of the Opera" . When the star falls ill, Manny attempts to land the lead role, but surprisingly, Luke is the one who steps into the spotlight.