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Martinů's The Greek Passion: an opera for our times
At a time when the “relevance” is bandied around all too frequently in relation to opera, Martinů's really does deserve that tag.
A radical approach to an operatic warhorse by Opera North
Opera North's Aida, directed by Annabel Arden and conducted by Sir Richard Armstrong in Leeds Town Hall, is a welcome radical interpretation in the spirit of the times.
A fetching, inventive Magic Flute – with a dark side
Sinister aspects are stressed in Mozart's The Magic Flute at Leeds Grand Theatre directed by James Brining and conducted by Robert Howarth.