Review: Carmen (Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour, Opera Australia)
The gypsy is spellbinding but Bizet’s intimate tale lacks, well…intimacy in this operatic spectacular.
The gypsy is spellbinding but Bizet’s intimate tale lacks, well…intimacy in this operatic spectacular.
Jonathan Biggins and Phillip Scott’s irreverent update would surely have delighted Offenbach. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
Murder in the Dark: light, shadow, movement and music illuminate the Passion of Christ. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
Maybe not Caruso’s ‘dream team’ but this revival of Verdi’s blockbuster has its moments. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
Stellar performance: this powerful orchestral odyssey does Kubrick’s genius justice. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
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The world’s dazzling new guitar sensation enthralled his crowd with a mix of musical prowess and easy amicability not often found in classical musicians.
Peter Maxwell Davies rocks the boat with his operatic thriller about the suspicious disappearance of three lighthouse keepers. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
Pirates... But not as we know ‘em!
November 2–3 Studio, Sydney Opera House Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
Richard Tognetti and choreographer Rafael Bonachela have constructed a balanced dramatic arc with their 70-minute suite of ballet music and entr’actes.
An exceptionally smart, modern translation is daringly irreverent, yet respectful.
Superstar mezzo Cecilia Bartoli graces the November cover and reveals her daring mission.