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San Carlo’s Medea a clash of worlds in a neoclassical framework
A new Medea at the Teatro di San Carlo presents three distinct visions – neoclassical in the pit, expressionistic on stage and conceptual in the direction – that never fully merge.
Martone's modern Rigoletto returns with power and flaws to La Scala
A Rigoletto revival in Milan is elevated by a stellar vocal performance from Amartuvshin Enkhbat, despite a finale that divides opinion and some uneven orchestral pacing.
A new Onegin underwhelms at La Scala
Mario Martone’s new production is inconsistent, while the musical performance is hindered by lacklustre conducting and a miscast prima donna.
Hernández and Sartori bring life to La Scala double bill
Mario Martone’s 2011 production, revived this season by Federica Stefani. fairly stands the test of time in Milan.
Aureliano in Palmira in Pesaro: where the barber was born
The Rossini Opera Festival revives a 2014 production by Mario Martone with a young, vibrant cast.
Mario Martone gives Rigoletto a convincing modern twist at La Scala
Conductor Michele Gamba gives a very personal interpretation of Rigoletto, in an intelligent new production by Mario Martone, which seals a great success for the trio of principal singers, Amartuvshin Enkhbat, Nadine Sierra and Piero Pretti.