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Opening the doors of memory: a haunting Bluebeard’s Castle in Auckland
In Daisy Evans’ conception, as Judith briefly reconnects with the joy and tragedy of her past, the effect is nothing short of devastating.
Dorman’s Wahnfried receives its UK premiere at Longborough
Longborough Festival Opera, built on Wagnerian foundations, stages the UK premiere of Avner Dorman’s ambitious cautionary tale about the Wagner clan and establishing the composer’s legacy.
Scottish Opera’s Albert Herring: as fresh as dew on a May morning
Scottish Opera’s Albert Herring is updated to 1990 in Daisy Evans' likeable production, finely sung with a tight ensemble.
An impressive, minimalist Kátya Kabanová at Grange Park Opera
A memorable performance, with Stephen Barlow conducting Janáček’s remarkable score with vividness and clarity, while David Alden's staging is a masterpiece of "less is more".
Beneath the ice: a triumphant revival of ENO's Jenůfa
David Alden's production is a vivid telling of Janáček's devastating village drama. With a terrific cast and a splendid performance from the pit, this revival is an unalloyed artistic success.
It's party time onstage: Carl Nielsen's Maskarade at Oper Frankfurt
Carl Nielsen's Maskarade makes a welcome rare appearance, with a great time had by everyone onstage and off.