Sometimes, when buying theatre programmes, I take advantage of offers by buying things I am either not as interested in, or have less knowledge of. One of these was a ballet programme from a company called the Ballets Minerva. I was so intrigued by this I included the programme in my purchase. 'How weird?' I … Continue reading The Mystery of the Ballets Minerva
Month: February 2023
Review: Tosca, Opera North, Saturday 28th January 2023
Robert Hayward as Scarpia and the Company of Tosca. Photo James Glossop. I can confidently say I am someone who knows very little about opera. I know some of the most famous operas, some of the most famous music, and some of the most famous performers. I had never seen an opera live before going … Continue reading Review: Tosca, Opera North, Saturday 28th January 2023
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