The performance failed to come together as a cohesive whole

An enjoyable evening of light-hearted, good old-fashioned comedy

Even if somewhat unchallenging, cannot fail to entertain

Even if not as sharp as when Miller was at the helm, it still sparkles with wit and high spirits

This staging now has a patina of its own, suggesting another era of opera production – the mid-1980s

It all adds up to an almost perfect evening's entertainment

Lucy Crowe's sparkle in the role of Rosina adds an extra touch of brilliance

Rossini deserves more effort

This first night was a touch short of a thrilling one

Something of a national treasure

Barber’s cutting edge is nearly as sharp as ever!

It all felt under-rehearsed and under-whelming, despite two fine leading performances

The English National Opera burns brightly with a new take on an old favourite

Popular Jonathan Miller revival of Rossini's farce in a far from vintage outing