Partenope Review: Erotic Handel at London Coliseum
English National Opera's revival of Handel's Partenope delivers an edgy, surrealist production. Nardus Williams stars in this mix of sex and warfare. On until 6 December.
English National Opera's revival of Handel's Partenope delivers an edgy, surrealist production. Nardus Williams stars in this mix of sex and warfare. On until 6 December.
Laura Karpman's opera 'Balls' brings the iconic 1973 Battle of the Sexes tennis match to life at the Royal Festival Hall. A kitschy, Hollywood-ready production reviewed.
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.
Former Australian tennis stars Rennae Stubbs and Paul McNamee have condemned the proposed exhibition match between Nick Kyrgios and Aryna Sabalenka, calling it a publicity stunt that disrespects women's tennis.
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Australian maverick Nick Kyrgios and Belarusian powerhouse Aryna Sabalenka face off in a thrilling modern twist on tennis's legendary Battle of the Sexes, showcasing breathtaking power and skill across a mixed-format spectacle.
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.
Australian maverick Nick Kyrgios and Belarusian champion Aryna Sabalenka set tongues wagging after being spotted on what appeared to be a date following their exhibition match, with insiders suggesting a genuine connection between the two tennis sensation
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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.
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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.
A gripping podcast reveals the explosive boardroom battle that tore apart a tech dynasty, exposing the brutal reality of family business succession when billions are at stake.
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 revolutionary new La Bohème production blends timeless romance with contemporary staging, creating an unforgettable operatic experience in the Sussex countryside.
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.
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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.
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