ENO's HMS Pinafore: A Triumphant Return Reviewed
The English National Opera's new HMS Pinafore is a dazzling success, blending sharp satire with glorious music. Read our full review of this must-see London production.
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Labour MP: Devolution bill discriminates against Cornwall
Labour MP Perran Moon warns the English Devolution Bill ignores Cornwall's national minority status, fuelling resentment and Cornish nationalism. Read the full story.
Labour MP: Devolution Bill 'Discriminates' Against Cornwall
Labour MP Perran Moon warns the English Devolution Bill ignores Cornwall's national minority status, threatening a constitutional crisis. Read why he vows to oppose it.
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.
Kennedy Center opera defies boycott fears amid Trump changes
Washington's Kennedy Center sees sold-out opera performance despite political controversy and plans to rename theatre after Melania Trump. Discover how arts community responds.
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.
Queen Celebrates English National Ballet at Palace
Queen Camilla hosted a special Buckingham Palace reception for the English National Ballet's 75th anniversary, featuring a private Swan Lake performance. Discover the royal celebration.
Labour's curriculum decolonisation plans spark backlash
Education campaigners clash with Labour over controversial proposals to overhaul the national curriculum, warning against 'hacking away' at classic English literature and history in favour of decolonisation initiatives.
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.
Truro City's 914-mile trip sets English football record
Cornwall's Truro City makes football history with longest-ever domestic away trip in English football - an exhausting 914-mile round journey to face Cumbria's Carlisle City.
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.
Visa rules block foreign students from English A-Levels
Exclusive investigation reveals how strict visa requirements are preventing foreign students from studying English language at A-Level, creating an unexpected barrier for non-native speakers.
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.
Migrants must reach B1 English level to stay in UK
Home Secretary James Cleverly announces stricter language requirements for migrants, requiring intermediate English proficiency for settlement applications in major UK policy shift.
UK mandates A-Level English for work visas
The UK government announces stricter English language requirements for work visas, raising the bar to A-Level standard in major immigration policy shift affecting thousands of applicants.
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.
MP: English flags made my stomach churn
Labour MP Kate Osborne faces suspension after revealing she felt physically sick seeing English flags displayed by colleagues, sparking intense debate about national symbols in politics.
National League's Three-Up Promotion System Sparks Debate
The National League's controversial 'three-up, three-down' promotion system faces intense scrutiny as clubs clash over its impact on the football pyramid. Discover why this revolutionary change has become football's hottest talking point.
National League promotion revolution: Six teams could go up
Groundbreaking proposals could transform English football's promotion system, with six National League teams potentially earning EFL spots in radical overhaul.
Gary Neville's Orwellian warning about English flags
Sky Sports analyst Gary Neville compares modern flag-waving patriotism to Orwell's dystopian warnings, sparking debate about national identity and political symbolism in football culture.
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.
Government plans to weaken National Park protections
Controversial government proposals could strip vital safeguards from England's national parks, allowing more commercial development and threatening natural landscapes, as environmental groups warn of irreversible damage.
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.
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.
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