Faber Pocket Guide to Opera BookA trusted companion for opera lovers, this extensively edition of Rupert Christiansens beloved Pocket Guide to Opera offers clear, concise and engaging insights into more than a hundred works from across the centuries. Now updated to include operas by contemporary composers such as Philip Glass, MarkAnthony Turnage, Thomas Ads and George Benjamin, it is the perfect resource for both newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts looking to deepen their

Henryk Górecki (Flight Pattern)

"Belinda is unaffectedly played by Lucy Crowe

Artists of The Royal BalletOrchestra of the Royal Opera HouseConductor: Dominic GrierMusic: Dmitri Shostakovich

The diversity of Wayne McGregor's astonishing talent is demonstrated through Chroma

With a scattering of stardust

as well as proving his skills as a sensitive partner to some of The Royal Ballet's most revered stars

Dancers: Beatriz Stix-Brunell

Marguerite and ArmandMarguerite: Zenaida YanowskyArmand: Roberto Bolle

atmospheric musical evocations of the Swiss landscape

Angelika Kirchschlager

a role he has played for many seasons now

Hermione: Lauren Cuthbertson