FIVE HALLELUJAHS FOR HÄNDEL

FIVE HALLELUJAHS FOR HÄNDEL

AN ENTERPRISING GENTLEMAN Handel was an enterprising gentleman from Germany who became one of the kings of the Baroque era. He enjoyed huge success in London in the 1700s with his Italian-inspired operas, magnificent oratorios and captivating orchestral pieces. Handel...
FIVE THINGS TO REMEMBER WHEN YOU GO TO THE OPERA

FIVE THINGS TO REMEMBER WHEN YOU GO TO THE OPERA

BOOK YOUR SEAT IN GOOD TIME Paradoxically, the huge range of online entertainment available today makes live events even more exciting. Opera is a wild mix of music, singing and spectacular stage shows that provides a unique real-time experience. Keep an eye on the...
VERDI’S FIVE BEST

VERDI’S FIVE BEST

LA TRAVIATA The colourful story of Violetta, who finally finds true honesty and tries to quit her sinful life as Paris’ leading courtesan. But alas! Violetta is struck by tuberculosis and fights in vain against the contempt of those around her and the hypocrisy...
FIVE GREATEST OPERA HITS

FIVE GREATEST OPERA HITS

HABANERA Carmen’s signature aria is opera at its very best. The Habanera steams with temperament and sexy flirtation, instantly leading the poor soldier Don José astray. The melody’s descending, chromatic scale more than hints at trouser or dress buttons...
MURDER IN THE OPERA: THE FIVE BEST

MURDER IN THE OPERA: THE FIVE BEST

LUCIA DI LAMMERMOORE Despairing over her arranged marriage, Lucia di Lammermoore stabs her husband to death on their wedding night while the guests wait downstairs. Covered in blood, she staggers down the castle stairs, captivating the audience with the acrobatic mad...