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Ireland’s first Wagner opera in over a decade dazzles with a captivating production by Rachael Hewer for Irish National Opera. 

A thrilling new interpretation of this masterpiece of musical theatre that promises to be one of the most memorable shows in this London summer.

Paul Curran’s 2019 production is revived with some flair by Rosie Purdie, with a fine cast led by Pumeza Matshikiza.

Come for the shave, stay for the comedy. Christopher Luscombe's new production of Rossini's beloved opera buffa avoids overcomplicating the plot, letting the work's humour and the abilities of the principals shine. 

Opera North brings Kurt Weill's “Broadway opera” Street Scene to the Leeds Grand Theatre in a thrilling production directed by Matthew Eberhardt and conducted by James Holmes.

La nouvelle production du metteur en scène Tim Sheader remporte les suffrages grâce à un humour généreux et un esprit décalé qui rendent justice à l’esprit pétillant de l’opera buffa.