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Political intrigues at the Royal Opera as Simon Boccanegra returns

Posted on November 16, 2018 by Mark Pullinger

Verdi: Simon Boccanegra **** Royal Opera, 15th November 2018 The air in London is rife with conspiracy, recrimination and infighting. But away from Westminster, political machinations and a baying mob are also at the heart of Simon Boccanegra, returning to the … Continue reading →

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A soufflé that fails to rise: Rossini’s Barber falls flat at Covent Garden

Posted on September 14, 2016 by Mark Pullinger

Rossini: Il barbiere di Siviglia ** Royal Opera, 13th September 2016 As a renowned gastronome, Gioachino Rossini could have shown Mary Berry a thing or two in the Great British Bake-Off tent. He had several dishes named in his honour, … Continue reading →

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