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Breaking bonds: a staged Messiah from Wild Arts
It's not Christmas without Handel's Messiah, and in the delightful Smith Square Hall, the oratorio is given a staging by Wild Arts which may not completely convince, but moves nonetheless.
Vivid Monteverdi: The Coronation of Poppea from ETO
Harmonious images and geometric designs frame an effective staging and well sung performance of Monteverdi's last opera.
A handsome Così fan tutte opens ETO's Spring tour
It is clear that these women are already ripe for plucking even before Don Alfonso unleashes his dastardly plan.
Magic from the pit in Nevill Holt’s Dream
Despite the excellent playing of the Britten Sinfonia, Anna Morrissey’s flawed production disappoints.
Mesmerising Akhnaten returns to ENO
Philip Glass' hypnotic opera returns in Phelim McDermott's outstanding production that respects the solemn, statuesque grandeur and epic ritual of the score.
More croce than delizia in Kramer’s new Traviata
Despite the entertainment value and striking imagery, Kramer's production is a surprisingly dull affair, with curiously little chemistry between the lead couple.