A richly choreographed, visually stunning portrait of Frida Kahlo from Dutch National Ballet

United StatesUnited States Peter Salem (composer), Annabelle Lopez Ochoa (choreographer), Frida: Dancers of Dutch National Ballet, members of the Los Angeles Opera Orchestra and other artists / Matthew Rowe (conductor). Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Los Angeles, 16.7.2023. (JRo)

Dutch National Ballet’s Frida © Hans Gerritsen

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Sofia’s new Ring opens with a tremendously refreshing and traditional Das Rheingold

BulgariaBulgaria Wagner, Das Rheingold: Soloists, Children’s vocal-theatrical formation ‘Goblins’ (directed by Dimitar Kostansaliev), Orchestra of Sofia Opera and Ballet / Constantin Trinks (conductor). Sofia Opera and Ballet Theatre, 8.7.2023. (GT)

Sofia Opera and Ballet Theatre’s Das Rheingold

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Spinetingling Macbeth in the perfect setting of Läckö Castle

SwedenSweden Verdi, Macbeth: Soloists and ensemble of Läckö Slottsopera, extra chorus, Läckö Chamber Orchestra / Kim Phipps (conductor). Läckö Castle courtyard, 14.7.2023. (NS)

Witches: Tessan-Maria Lehmussaari, Alba Gutierrez Malmbom, Julia Lindgren, Agnes Duvander and Mathilda Goike © Daniel Strandroth

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