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Folk Horror Opera The Devil's Den Debuts in Leeds
Isabella Gellis's eccentric folk horror opera The Devil's Den, featuring morris dancing and a sinister rabbit, receives its first full staging at Leeds's Howard Assembly Room. A unique blend of British folklore and modern mystery.
Luxurious French recording of Purcell's Hail! Bright Cecilia
Vincent Dumestre's Le Poème Harmonique delivers a theatrical and exquisitely detailed account of Purcell's 1692 masterpiece, Hail! Bright Cecilia. Discover this radiant celebration of music's patron saint.
Martin Fröst's brilliant Bach album review
Swedish clarinettist Martin Fröst delivers a revelatory Bach album that breathes contemporary vitality into centuries-old masterpieces with technical mastery and infectious joy.
Stundyte triumphs in Janáček's Makropulos Case at ROH
The Royal Opera House's stunning new production of Leoš Janáček's 'The Makropulos Case' features a career-defining performance by Ausrine Stundyte, breathing new life into this century-old meditation on immortality and human desire.
Forgotten Operas Shine in Barbican Double Bill
A captivating double bill of forgotten operatic treasures - Ethel Smyths' 'Der Wald' and Ottorino Respighi's 'Lucrezia' - receives triumphant revival in London's Barbican Centre, showcasing extraordinary vocal performances and musical brilliance.
Dead Man Walking: A Haunting Operatic Triumph in London
Jake Heggie's powerful opera 'Dead Man Walking' returns to London with Christine Rice delivering a career-defining performance in this emotionally charged production at the London Coliseum.
Turnage's Railway Children Triumphs at Glyndebourne
Glyndebourne Festival Opera unveils Mark-Anthony Turnage's powerful new opera adaptation of E. Nesbit's classic novel, receiving standing ovations and critical acclaim for its emotional depth and musical brilliance.
Singer cancels Spain show over Met Opera costume dispute
Angel Blue withdraws from San Sebastián performance following costume controversy, sparking debate about artistic responsibility and cultural sensitivity in opera.
Turnage's Railway Children Opera Premieres at Glyndebourne
Mark-Anthony Turnage transforms E. Nesbit's beloved classic into a compelling new opera exploring childhood resilience and social justice, premiering at Glyndebourne Festival Opera.
Dead Man Walking: 25 Years of Opera That Asks Questions
As his groundbreaking opera 'Dead Man Walking' marks its 25th anniversary, composer Jake Heggie shares profound insights on creating art that raises questions rather than providing easy answers.
The Last Dinner Party's Fiery Second Album Reviewed
The baroque-rock sensation's highly anticipated follow-up album arrives in a blaze of glory, but does the intense theatricality overwhelm the music? Our review investigates.
ENO's Albert Herring: Britten Triumphs in London
The English National Opera delivers a triumphant revival of Benjamin Britten's Albert Herring, with standout performances and innovative staging breathing new life into this comic masterpiece at the London Coliseum.
Glyndebourne's La Bohème: Puccini Perfected
Glyndebourne's revolutionary new La Bohème production blends timeless romance with contemporary staging, creating an unforgettable operatic experience in the Sussex countryside.
The Magic Flute dazzles at Royal Opera House review
Mozart's beloved opera receives a stunning new production at London's Royal Opera House, blending magical stagecraft with musical excellence in a performance that captivates both newcomers and aficionados.
Lecce: Italy's stunning city without tourist crowds
Escape the crowds and discover Lecce, Italy's breathtaking Baroque jewel in Puglia's heel - where authentic Italian culture thrives without the tourist queues
Handel's Giustino triumphs at Royal Opera House after 300 years
A forgotten Handel masterpiece makes a spectacular comeback at London's Linbury Theatre, blending baroque splendour with contemporary staging in a production that's rewriting opera history.
Met Opera cancels Donizetti production after $500k investment
The Metropolitan Opera scraps Richard Jones' new production of Donizetti's beloved comedy, marking another high-profile cancellation in the opera world. Discover the reasons behind this artistic decision.
Lost Henry Purcell masterpiece discovered after 330 years
Music scholars uncover a previously unknown composition by English Baroque master Henry Purcell, hidden for centuries in a Cambridge library archive.
Opera North's groundbreaking Handel-dance fusion
Opera North's revolutionary production of Handel's 'Susanna' merges 18th-century oratorio with Phoenix Dance Theatre's powerful contemporary choreography in a stunning exploration of gender politics and power dynamics that feels remarkably current.
Bushra El-Turk's Oum: A Son's Musical Quest in London
Discover how Bushra El-Turk's deeply personal opera 'Oum: A Son's Quest for His Mother' combines Middle Eastern traditions with contemporary classical music in a stunning London production that explores family, identity and cultural heritage.
Met Opera Cancels Domingo Gala Amid Jewish Protest Row
New York's Metropolitan Opera abruptly cancels a high-profile gala honouring Placido Domingo following intense backlash from prominent Jewish groups over past sexual misconduct allegations.
Anna Netrebko silences critics with triumphant Tosca in London
Russian soprano Anna Netrebko delivers a breathtaking performance in Puccini's Tosca at London's Royal Opera House, silencing critics and receiving a thunderous 12-minute standing ovation.
Music Theatre Wales thrives despite 100% funding cuts
Despite devastating 100% arts council funding cuts, Music Theatre Wales continues to thrive through artistic innovation and digital adaptation. Discover how this pioneering opera company is rewriting the rules of survival in UK's challenging cultural land
Netrebko's Royal Opera Return Sparks Ukraine Protest
Russian soprano Anna Netrebko's controversial casting in the Royal Opera House's Tosca production ignites protests and divides audiences over art and politics in post-invasion era.
Protests at Royal Opera House Over Putin-Linked Soprano
Dozens of protesters gathered outside London's Royal Opera House, decrying the performance by Russian soprano Anna Netrebko, who has been criticised for her past links to Vladimir Putin. The demonstration highlights the ongoing cultural tensions since Rus
WNO Directors on Reinventing Opera for a New Generation
An exclusive interview with Welsh National Opera's visionary directors Adele Thomas and Sarah Crabtree as they unveil ambitious plans to revitalise opera, champion new talent, and connect with diverse communities across the UK.
Valletta, Malta: Europe's Most Underrated City Break
A travel journalist uncovers the stunning secrets of Valletta, Malta's sun-drenched capital. From its honey-coloured fortifications and hidden Baroque gems to its vibrant cafes and breathtaking harbour, this Mediterranean marvel offers an unforgettable an
Anna Netrebko: Why silencing artists endangers culture
An in-depth analysis of the growing trend to silence opera stars like Anna Netrebko over political views, and why the arts world is pushing back against this dangerous precedent.
Royal Opera House's 'Woke' Tosca Sparks Audience Fury
Covent Garden's bold reimagining of Puccini's 'Tosca' divides audiences, replacing 1800s Rome with a modern female-led resistance movement and triggering a fierce debate on artistic modernisation versus tradition.
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