From Baroque to ‘Baroque’: Recent Baroque Opera in the United States, the UK and France
In a special extended essay, Prof Weinbrot compares more and less successful approaches to performing baroque opera.
Opera Atelier: Weber’s Der Freischütz
A Freudian production of Weber's darkly alluring tale of desire and damnation.
Musick in Britain: The Italian Heritage
A splendid debut performance by new period ensemble Albion Baroque.
Expanding Horizons: Giovanni Battista Lusieri and the Panoramic Landscape
A fascinating panorama of the life and art of Lord Elgin’s assistant.
Haendel à Rome: Cantates, Duetti et Sonate
An enjoyable exploration of Handel's early Italian works.
The King’s Artists: George III’s Academy
The RA goes back to its roots in this concise but richly illustrated display.
Ladies of Kenwood
While Kenwood House undergoes renovations, its women find a temporary home at Wellington Arch.
The Magic Flute at ENO
A successful revival of Nicholas Hytner's classic and widely accessible Magic Flute.
The Rivals
A simple yet effective staging of Sheridan's comedy of manners.
French Book Trade database
Simon Burrows's French Book Trade databse.