Everyone is hungry for power, but not all are worthy…

The Coronation that goes wrong: When Agrippina hears of the death of her husband Claudio by shipwreck, she seizes the opportunity to place her son Nerone in power. After securing the support of the toadying  Narciso and Pallante, she is chagrined to find Claudio has been saved by the gallant Ottone, whom Claudio has rewarded with a promise of  the crown. But Claudio, Nerone and Ottone are all obsessed with the cunning Poppea… As they pursue her, and Agrippina tries to steer Nerone back into the line of succession, we’re left to wonder whether any of these people should really be in charge…

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Agrippina

Jacksons Lane

'Theatre’s master of lip-sync' (The Guardian) Dickie Beau brings his show Re-Member Me to Hampstead Theatre for a strictly limited run. While building a human Hamlet mix-tape, taking recordings of great Hamlets from the past to channel into an epic one-man lip-sync show, Dickie Beau found one especially masterful rendition. This ghost from Hamlet's past left an indelible mark on all who saw it, however, this Hamlet can never be “re-membered” - because no recording exists. 

Join Dickie Beau as he brings this Hamlet back to life, through exclusive interview recordings with Ian McKellen, Richard Eyre and more. Re-Member Me is part documentary theatre, part 21st century séance, and a unique theatrical eulogy to the greatest Hamlet almost never seen. 

A versatile actor and performance artist, Dickie Beau’s work is unlike that of any other practitioner.  “Peerless” (The Times) and “one of our great living artists” (WhatsOnStage) he returns to Hampstead following his performance in the title role of Botticelli in the Fire. 

Re-Member Me

Hampstead Theatre

**Rigoletto 2023 at Opera Holland Park**

Join us for a riveting production of Giuseppe Verdi's "Rigoletto" this season at Opera Holland Park. This propulsive tragedy, centered on themes of toxic masculinity and unfettered power, unfolds with breathtaking speed. Witness the story of Rigoletto, a court jester, as he desperately tries to protect his daughter, Gilda, from the corrupt court of Mantua and its pleasure-seeking Duke. The opera takes a dramatic turn when Gilda falls for a young student, not knowing his true identity as the Duke in disguise. Verdi's brilliant score masterfully contrasts light-hearted seduction with the dark, stormy forces of nature and humanity.

**Event Highlights:**
- **Opening Celebrations:** Kick off the 2023 Season with us on Tuesday, 30 May, and Thursday, 1 June. Enjoy complimentary prosecco between 5.30 - 6.30 pm on both days.
- **Creative Team:** Directed by Cecilia Stinton, with Lee Reynolds as conductor, and featuring a talented cast including Stephen Gadd as Rigoletto, Alison Langer as Gilda, and Alessandro Scotto di Luzio as the Duke of Mantua.
- **Running Time:** 2 hours 45 minutes, including a 30-minute interval.
- **Special Performances:** Free prosecco from 5.30 pm on the opening nights (30 May and 1 June 2023).
- **Enhance Your Visit:** Pre-order a picnic box from Il Portico for £59 for two, offering a selection of classic Italian and modern Mediterranean dishes.

**Booking Information:**
- **Monday Rush Tickets:** Available at £40/£15. 
- **Picnic Tables:** Enhance your experience by booking a picnic table for your visit.
- **Surtitles:** Presented in Italian with English surtitles.
- **Accompaniment:** Featuring the City of London Sinfonia and the Opera Holland Park Chorus.

Described as "the most memorable of recent Rigolettos" by The Telegraph and praised for its "convention-busting production with a female gaze" by The Evening Standard, this production promises to be an unforgettable experience.

**Join Us:**
Celebrate the power of opera under the summer sky at Opera Holland Park. Book your tickets now and be part of a season that promises enchantment, drama, and the unmatched beauty of live performance.

Rigoletto 2023

Opera Holland Park

Monday Rush seats are located in the side sections of the auditorium. They are on ground level and covered by the canopy. All Monday Rush seats are sold as general allocation and will be assigned at the discretion of Front of House. Please note that some seats may have slightly restricted views of parts of the stage.

Monday Rush – Rigoletto

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The Artelize Podcast and Kasper Holten - Pedefining Opera for the modern world

Podcast link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d36M5Hi6O80

The Artelize Podcast - A legacy of innovation in Opera: Celebrating Marc A. Scorca

Podcast link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59E40S_EQSY

The Artelize Podcast: A love letter that was never sent

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The Artelize Podcast and Adolfo Corrado: Mediterranean flavors, opera and social media

Monday Rush – Hansel and Gretel

Ahead of the world premiere of Itch, composer Jonathan Dove, librettist Alasdair Middleton and Opera Holland Park’s CEO and Director of Opera James Clutton join Anna Picard in a conversation about transforming the narrative of a best-selling adventure story into an opera, with music from countertenor James Laing.

From page to stage: introducing Itch

Join us for an enchanting evening at Opera Holland Park with "Prelude: A celebration of opera and song from our principal artists," set to take place on Tuesday, 9th May 2023, at 6.30pm. This highly anticipated annual pre-Season event will be hosted in the beautifully restored Leighton House, offering attendees an exclusive experience of opera and song.

The evening will showcase a captivating selection of music by renowned composers such as Verdi, Humperdinck, Puccini, Sullivan, and will include the first performance of music from Jonathan Dove’s "Itch," accompanied by a sparkling reception. Featured artists for the night include the talented Eleanor Dennis, Meeta Raval, James Laing, Katie Bird, Adam Temple-Smith, and Stephen Gadd, with pianists Berrak Dyer and Stuart Wild gracing the stage with their performances.

Priority booking for this event is available as follows:
- Wednesday 8 March, 10am: Jubilee Society, Founders and Benefactors, Ambassadors
- Thursday 9 March, 10am: Envoys, Gold Members, and Silver Members
- Monday 13 March, 10am: General Booking opens to the public

Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of opera and song, performed by Opera Holland Park's principal artists in an intimate and historic setting. Sign up to our mailing list for the latest updates, including casting announcements and ticket sale dates. Experience the magic of opera like never before at Opera Holland Park.

Prelude: A celebration of opera and song from our principal artists

Leighton House

Experience the power and passion of Wagner's epic opera, "Die Walküre," brought to life by Regents Opera in May 2023. This compelling production promises to captivate audiences with its dynamic and streamlined approach to one of the most famous operas in the Ring Cycle. Critics have hailed this innovative interpretation as a potential future for opera, with THE GUARDIAN praising its "lean and mean" delivery and OPERA NOW celebrating it as "Fringe Opera at its greatest."

Set in the majestic Grand Temple at Freemasons' Hall in London, this event will unfold over three unforgettable performances on Sunday 21st, Tuesday 23rd, and Saturday 27th May 2023. Under the baton of conductor Ben Woodward, the opera will be presented in a special arrangement for a 21-piece orchestra, ensuring an intimate yet powerful auditory experience.

The production features a stellar cast, including Brian Smith Walters as Siegmund, Justine Viani as Sieglinde, Gerrit Paul Groen as Hunding, Keel Watson as Wotan, Ingeborg Børch as Fricka, and Catharine Woodward as Brünnhilde, among others. Each performer is set to bring their unique talents to their roles, promising an evening of unforgettable musical and dramatic excellence.

Directed by Caroline Staunton and with music direction by Ben Woodward, this rendition of "Die Walküre" is not to be missed. Whether you're a long-time Wagner enthusiast or new to the world of opera, this production by Regents Opera offers a fresh and thrilling experience of a timeless classic. Join us at the Grand Temple, Freemasons' Hall, London, for a journey into the heart of Wagner's mythical world.

Die Walküre

Freemasons Hall

The BBC Symphony Chorus sings Stravinsky’s Symphony of Psalms, at the heart of a life-affirming debut concert from guest conductor Dima Slobodeniouk.

Symphonies of the human spirit

Barbican Centre

Young British conductor Joel Sandelson makes his debut with the BBC Symphony Orchestra.

Studio Concert: Glanert and Brahms

BBC Maida Vale Studios

Father John Misty sings the songs of Scott Walker, as Jules Buckley conducts the BBC Symphony Orchestra in this salute to an artist who remade popular music in his own unique image.

Father John Misty sings Scott Walker with Jules Buckley and The BBC Symphony Orchestra

Tippett’s A Child of Our Time begins in sorrow: “The world turns on its dark side. It is winter.” Composed at the start of the Second World War but provoked by decades of intolerance, Tippett’s “modern oratorio” is built around the soul-shaking melodies of African-American spirituals. But the human spirit is unbreakable, and this great British choral masterpiece is anything but a counsel of despair.

Sir Andrew Davis conducts A Child of Our Time

Light becomes sound; poetry becomes music and words create worlds. Sakari Oramo crowns a day of total immersion in the music of Kaija Saariaho with a sumptuous orchestral celebration.

Total Immersion: Oramo conducts Kaija Saariaho

Even Kaija Saariaho’s smallest works contain multitudes, and in her vocal music she transfers her experience with electronic sound into something intensely human. “I think every singer always brings something new for them, and that’s what makes it interesting” she says.

Total Immersion: Spotlight on Kaija Saariaho with the BBC Singers

Milton Court Concert Hall

Join Aleksi Barrière and Professor Jonathon Cross as they discuss Kaija Saariaho’s music.

Talk: Inside the Music of Kaija Saariaho

Kaiija Saariaho is one of the most original and influential figures in 21st century music, a composer who used Finland’s buoyant musical traditions as a launchpad for a journey that has transformed our very perception of musical space and time. Few living composers are more deserving of a day of total immersion; and none occupies such a striking position between intellectual enquiry and pure, wondrous beauty.

Total Immersion: Spotlight on Kaija Saariaho with Guildhall Musicians

The ‘Echoes of the Universe' documentary tells the story of Kaija Saariaho, a composer born in Finland but who build her career from Paris.

Total Immersion: Kaija Saariaho Film Screening

### Event Description: Simon Zhu London - Academy of St Martin in the Fields

**Date:** 26 May 2023  
**Venue:** Church of St Martin-in-the-Fields, London

Join us for an enchanting evening of classical music as the Academy of St Martin in the Fields presents a captivating concert featuring works by Haydn, Mozart, Chevalier de Saint-Georges, and Corelli. This event will showcase the immense talent of 22-year-old violinist Simon Zhu, who has been wowing audiences across Europe, South Korea, and China with his virtuoso performances. Simon Zhu, the winner of the Mozart Special Award at the 2021 Menuhin Competition, will make his London debut with this performance.

**Programme:**
- **Chevalier de Saint-Georges:** Symphony No.1 in G major, Op.11
- **Mozart:** Violin Concerto No. 5 in A major "Turkish" K.219
- **Corelli:** Concerto Grosso, Op.6, No.7
- **Haydn:** Symphony No.44 in E minor "Trauer" Hoboken I/44

**Performers:**
- **Violin:** Simon Zhu
- **Director:** Simon Blendis

Experience the mutual admiration and influence between Haydn and Mozart through their compositions, and enjoy the lively writing of Chevalier de Saint-Georges, a now-forgotten great of the Classical period. Additionally, revel in the Baroque brilliance of Corelli’s Concerto Grosso. This concert promises to be a memorable celebration of classical music, highlighting the exceptional skills of a rising star in the world of violin.

**Tickets:** Available for purchase

Don't miss this opportunity to witness an extraordinary performance in the historic setting of the Church of St Martin-in-the-Fields.

Simon Zhu – London

St Martin-in-the-Fields

Set in a fictional world, Oswald Ourania is the puppet master of the City Theatre – a place where puppets dazzle audiences with amazing stories. Oswald breathes life into the theatre’s puppet animals by conjuring up musical songs and tunes on his Gazillium Music Machine. When Oswald gets sick, things start to go wrong. The puppet animals escape and a young girl, Isabelle, must use the power of music to charm the community of puppet animals back to the theatre.

The Gazillium Music Machine

Cadogan Hall 

Experience the European Premiere of Black Panther in Concert as part of the Royal Albert Hall’s Films in Concert series. With the Chineke! Orchestra and special guest Massamba Diop, talking drum soloist, who performed on the original score.

In 2018, Marvel Studios’ ‘Black Panther’ quickly became a global sensation and cultural phenomenon, showing a new dimension of what Super Hero films could be. Relive the excitement of T’Challa becoming king and battling Killmonger all while a live orchestra performs Ludwig Göransson’s Oscar® and Grammy®-winning score live to picture.

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