Category: Opera

  • Verdi’s La Traviata | Opera House, Manchester

    Verdi’s La Traviata | Opera House, Manchester

    There is something admirably unfussy about La Traviata as presented in Manchester Opera House on Ellen Kent’s farewell tour. For over three decades, Kent has built a reputation for bringing Eastern European opera talent to UK audiences, often favouring a traditional, reverent approach. Here, that commitment is both the production’s…

  • A Midsummer Night’s Dream | The Lowry, Salford

    A Midsummer Night’s Dream | The Lowry, Salford

    Opera North revives Martin Duncan’s interpretation of Britten’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’, maintaining its 1960s psychedelic flair. The production features innovative set design, authentic costumes, and strong performances, particularly by Abelson (Puck) and Waddington (Bottom). Despite some slow moments and lengthy acts, it offers an accessible opera experience.