Richard Bratby

Wagner rewilded: Das Rheingold, at the Royal Opera House, reviewed

Plus: while the Arts Council pursues its vendetta against opera in England, it’s inspiring to see such unabashed ambition at Northern Ireland Opera

Erda (Rose Knox-Peeble) is on stage throughout Kosky's Das Rheingold – evoking unfortunate memories of the pratfalling, slow-moving granny in Cal McCrystal’s recent G&S productions. Image: ROH / Monika Rittershaus
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    Grand Opera House, Belfast

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    Royal Opera House, in rep until 29 September

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