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NZTrio and Emma Pearson: Strauss reimagined in gold and light
The NZTrio, joined by soprano Emma Pearson for a programme largely focused on female composers, ending with Salina Fisher's arrangement of Strauss’ Four Last Songs.
Stunning direction elevates New Zealand Opera's La bohème
New Zealand Opera's new production impresses with its stunning set design and art direction, and its restrained emotional tone.
State Opera South Australia enliven Lucia di Lammermoor
A hoary old production of an operatic warhorse is brought to quite energetic life by a sparkling cast and excellent musical and dramatic performance.
Fine singing but messy staging: Le Comte Ory at New Zealand Opera
Director Simon Phillips takes the opportunity to reshape the setting of Rossini's comic opera to modern-day New Zealand.
A streamlined, dramatic Rinaldo from Pinchgut
Although abbreviated, Pinchgut Opera's production of Handel's Rinaldo makes a powerful dramatic impact and exemplifies high musical values, with excellent orchestral playing and consistently fine singing.
A masterful Così fan tutte in Auckland
Lindy Hume directs a refreshingly uncomplicated new staging for New Zealand Opera, supported by fine musical performances.