Between projects in New York, Copenhagen and Monaco, theatre designer Jérôme Kaplan finds time to talk to Paul Arrowsmith. It’s ten years since we last spoke – what have been your … [Read more...] about Interview: Theatre designer Jérôme Kaplan – Be yourself! Always be curious and dream.
David Hockney
[Review] Yorke Dance Project in California Connections: Three Pioneering Women at The Royal Opera House
Jonathan Gray sees California Connections: Three Pioneering Women with Yorke Dance Project – Isadora, Errand Into the Maze, A Point of Balance. TitleCalifornia Connections: Three Pioneering … [Read more...] about [Review] Yorke Dance Project in California Connections: Three Pioneering Women at The Royal Opera House
The Royal Ballet celebrates Wayne Sleep’s 75th birthday
On Monday 17 July 2023, the Royal Opera House will host an afternoon of entertainment to celebrate the 75th birthday of former Royal Ballet Principal dancer Wayne Sleep. Distinctively “diminutive … [Read more...] about The Royal Ballet celebrates Wayne Sleep’s 75th birthday
From stage to screen – the Royal Opera House returns to the cinema
The Royal Opera House makes a return to cinema after sixteen months of closure The Royal Opera House has announced the return of its cinema programme after sixteen months of closure. The … [Read more...] about From stage to screen – the Royal Opera House returns to the cinema
UK government’s £250 million for arts organisations
A £250 million ‘bailout’ fund will save “1,385 theatres, galleries, performance groups, arts organisations, museums and local venues facing the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic and ensure they … [Read more...] about UK government’s £250 million for arts organisations
Thomas Allen answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Singers’ Edition
Q&A When did you start singing? Singing began for me in junior school, church choir and continued through grammar school; first as treble until I was 12 when my voice broke to what it is … [Read more...] about Thomas Allen answers the Gramilano Questionnaire… Singers’ Edition
Portrait of David Bowie as the Elephant Man will go on show
A selection of portraits by Pop Artist Derek Boshier will be shown in the UK for the first time at the National Portrait Gallery. Derek Boshier: Imaginary Portraits (28 September 2013 – May 2014) … [Read more...] about Portrait of David Bowie as the Elephant Man will go on show
David Hockney turned down the Queen
David Hockney has revealed he turned down a request to paint the Queen because he was "very busy". The 74-year-old told BBC Radio 4's Front Row programme she would make a "terrific subject" but he … [Read more...] about David Hockney turned down the Queen
A gay painter, an outraged headmistress, and Billy Elliott’s literary dad: opera and homophobia up north
Lee Hall, the creator of Billy Elliott, has caused a Twitter storm accusing Opera North of being homophobic. He is the librettist of 'Bleached', an exciting project based in Bridlington, East … [Read more...] about A gay painter, an outraged headmistress, and Billy Elliott’s literary dad: opera and homophobia up north
When artistic disciplines collide, dance often takes a back seat.
Debra Craine in today's Times comments on the new collaboration between the National Gallery and the Royal Ballet: The idea of artists and choreographers collaborating isn’t new. Pablo Picasso worked … [Read more...] about When artistic disciplines collide, dance often takes a back seat.