Opera
Contrary to the opinions of some, opera is so much more than the fat lady singing. We didn’t used to be fans, but some of the productions we’ve seen have had us laughing and crying in equal measure. Don’t knock it till you’ve tried it!
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Review: La Bohème, King’s Head Theatre
a witty and entertaining evening of stripped back opera
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Review: The Paradis Files, Southbank Centre
Beautiful performance, made rich by thoughtful access features.
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Review: Cosi fan tutte, London Coliseum
A brave new version
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Review: Carmen, The Lowry (Salford)
A gorgeous and incredibly strong production
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Review: We Ask These Questions of Everybody, online @ Sound Festival 2021
An interesting use of words and music to present some uncomfortable truths.
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Don Giovanni, Waterperry Opera Festival – Review
A cast of young opera singers and musicians tackle a huge production in a simple outdoor setting, bringing Mozart’s classic opera to life with a modern twist.
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Carmen 1808, Union Theatre – Review
A lively and enjoyable mix of operatic and west end musical style songs, incorporating some excellent dance routines, with passion, betrayal and humour thrown in.
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Hansel and Gretel, V&A Museum of Childhood – Review
A beautifully-staged version of a classic fairytale that deserves to win new admirers.
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Tosca, King’s Head Theatre – Review
Pros: There’s something very magical about seeing an opera in such a small space and immersing yourself in the music. Cons: Some theatrical tricks employed here might be better left for the big stages. This new reworking of Giacomo Puccini’s…
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Fever Pitch the Opera, Union Chapel – Review
An enthusiastic and innovative tribute to Arsenal by local company Highbury Opera Theatre.