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Opera
Lots of Puccini in the year that marks the centenary of his death, plus Verdi, Mozart, Gilbert and Sullivan, Britten and more
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Opera
The Christmas story is told in grand choruses and virtuosic solos, sung by the finest artists and with thrilling instrumental playing
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Opera
A glamorous and witty new production of Handel's opera is a great all-round theatrical experience
Tried and Tested
Opera
Offenbach's cheerful operetta turns sour in a well-sung but skewed production, with Emma Rice making her debut as opera director
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Classical Music
New works, a Beethoven commemoration, and a Lisztian tour de force at the piano head up the 10-month season
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Opera
Laughter, suspense and great story-telling from Smetana, Mozart, Offenbach and Britten in four new productions
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Classical Music
Messiah is often sung and played by enormous forces, but smaller ensembles like this bring an electrifying directness and pace to the great oratorio