Performer: Francesco Petrozzi

Better conducting and supertitles would also help breathe life into this drab revival of Bayerische Staatsoper's Don Carlo.

The bright colours and childishness of Konwitschny’s production for the Bayerische Staatsoper shock but succeed. The cast and orchestra shine, especially in the final act.

A good staging and good acting aren't enough to make up for musical shortcomings of the Bayerische Staatsoper's Norma.