Opera
Contrary to the opinions of some, opera is so much more than the fat lady singing. Whilst opera does still struggle with a reputation of only being for the rich and upperclass, there are plenty of companies making opera for the fringe audience and we’ll always here for that!
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Review: Lucia di Lammermoor, Arcola Theatre
Stunning music, exhilarating voices, high drama—an unforgettable trip through madness and manipulation in the Highlands.
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Review: Patience, Wilton’s Music Hall
The Charles Court Opera delivers a wonderfully funny and energetic performance of Gilbert & Sullivan’s classic.
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Review: Becoming Tosca, Arcola Theatre
A Tosca with a backstory in Argentina instead of Rome? Hmm... Great music to hear, but despite a promisingly reimagined setting to this most dramatic of operas, this revival misses its mark.
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Review: Don Giovanni, Arcola Theatre
Can’t afford opera? Yes you can! Get down to the Arcola and see -and HEAR - a wonderful production of Mozart’s Don Giovanni.
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Review: Sirena, The Glitch
Short, contemporary opera giving modern sirens a voice in the 21st century. Atmospheric, humorous and as mesmerising as the myths would have us believe.
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Interview: A twist on an ancient tale for a modern world
Basil Twist talks about Book of Mountain and Seas There is some top talent heading to the Edinburgh International Festival this summer, perhaps none more legendary in their field than designer Basil Twist, whose puppetry work on My Neighbour Totoro…
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Review: The Marriage of Figaro, The Cockpit
A fun fling that makes for a great first time at the opera.
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Review: Dic Dic Chang Chang Playground, Edfringe
A charming introduction to Cantonese Opera, with engaging physicality, gorgeous costumes and no small amount of fun!
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Review: Testament at Grimeborn, Arcola Theatre
A sumptuous feast of music, superbly sung and played, but lacking a convincing common thread to pull the elements together.
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Review: The Magic Flute, Greenwich Theatre
An ambitious, thought-provoking production of Mozart’s fantastical opera, performed with style and expertise.