Performer: Anna Netrebko

At the Staatsoper Unter den Linden, Rafael R Villalobos addresses the problems he perceives with Verdi’s Un ballo in maschera, although the musical performances – led by Anna Netrebko – compensate.

Andrei Șerban’s 40 year old take on Puccini's tale of the ice princess largely stands the test of time, but Netrebko and Eyvazov are short of their best form. 

Faithful to the libretto’s dramaturgy, the staging unfolds in scenographic environments of strong impact -

David gives a roundup of classical music's reaction to the Ukraine invasion and some opinions.

After an acclaimed opening night in Verdi's Macbeth at the Royal Opera, one of opera's leading couples join us to talk about debuts, new roles and singing together.