Performer: Rainer Trost

Barbara Hannigan is better than ever in Krzysztof Warlikowski's iconic Lulu at La Monnaie – an historic event.

Marlis Petersen's Alcina bloomed for a knockout “Ah! mio cor!” just in time for intermission.

William Christie and Les Arts Florissants show true Baroque musicianship in Madrid, in an Ariodante with a solid cast.