Performer: Opera Holland Park

Cecilia Stinton’s new production of Lucia di Lammermoor doesn't necessarily make best use of OHP’s performance space, but the singers excel. 

Despite some excellent music-making, John Savournin's production is hindered by a laboured New York relocation. 

Simon Mayo’s Young Adult novels are turned into an operatic romp which explores the fascination of the elements with excellent music and setting, albeit riddled with plot lacunae.

The composer and librettist of one of the most successful contemporary operas tell us about its creation.