Richard Bratby

A classic in the making: Glyndebourne’s Poulenc double bill reviewed

Plus: a playful and assured new piece from Jennifer Walshe

Pure nightmare-fuel: the Husband’s solo efforts produce 40,049 infants in a single day. Credit: Bill Cooper 
issue 13 August 2022
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  • La Voix humaine/Les Mamelles de Tirésias

    Glyndebourne Festival Opera, in rep until 28 August

  • Prom 17: Volkov/BBCSSO

    Royal Albert Hall

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