ENO’s 7 Deaths of Maria Callas: a lovely set of vocal performances within a concept of limited appeal

United KingdomUnited Kingdom Abramović/Nikodijević, 7 Deaths of Maria Callas (UK premiere): Soloists, Chorus and Orchestra of English National Opera / Yoel Gamzou (conductor). London Coliseum, 3.22.2023. (CC)

Sarah Tynan (Lucia) and Marina Abramović (Callas) © Tristram Kenton

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RCS’s memorable double bill shows post-WWII operas don’t have to be feared and can be entirely engaging

United KingdomUnited Kingdom Opera Double Bill – Gian Carlo Menotti, The Medium & Jake Heggie, Three Decembers: Soloists and Musicians of Royal Conservatoire of Scotland / William Cole (conductor). Sir Alexander Gibson Opera Studio, Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Glasgow, 1.11.2023. (MC)

William Cole conducts RCS’s soloists and musicians in Jake Heggie’s Three Decembers © Robbie McFadzean/RCS

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