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: 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.
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Review: The Merry Widow, Festival Theatre
A fantastic rendition, dazzling both veterans and those new to opera with a humorous and charming take on a show over a century old.
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Review: The Magic Flute, Wilton’s Music Hall
You’ll leave whistling the tunes and admiring the singers, but a perfunctory libretto and some wayward production choices won’t quite win your heart.
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Review: Lear by National Changgeuk Company of Korea, Barbican Centre
Beautiful, epic and arresting
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Review: T555: Verlaine En Prison, Arcola Theatre
A poetic glimpse into a troubled genius’ mind and life.
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Review: La Bohème, Arcola Theatre
A gritty modernised adaptation of a classic.
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Review: The Grand Duke, Drayton Arms Theatre
There may very well be a pleasant surprise waiting
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Review: Der Vampyr, Arcola Theatre
A hilarious and deeply uncomfortable take on a classic that brilliantly blends comedy, horror, and feminist critique.