English National Opera - Der Rosenkavalier Reviews | 19 April 2021 |

Amanda Roocroft (Marschillan)

John Tomlinson (Baron Ochs)

Sarah Connolly (Octavian), Sophie Bevan (Sophie)

John Tomlinson (Baron Ochs), Sarah Connolly (Octavian)

Amanda Roocroft (Marschillan)
Performance reviews
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Der RosenkavalierEnglish National OperaNo. of reviews: 14 | ![]() ![]() |
Successo convincente e pieno |
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Chilly Rosenkavalier |
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The highest honours of the evening deserve to go to the conductor Edward Gardner |
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The vigour of Gardner's reading, the magnificence of the orchestra and the subtle anguish of the drama make this a must see |
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ENO at their best |
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An emotionally engaging production |
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While this revival is a triumph, the production is not without its niggles |
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It is impossible to do anything other than recommend an immediate trip to see Der Rosenkavalier |
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Delightful Rosenkavalier from English National Opera |
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An experience not to be missed |
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Musically things have perked up almost beyond recognition |
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A marvellous revival, cast at International strength and brilliantly conducted |
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Edward Gardner must take credit for such orchestral splendour |
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David McVicar and Edward Gardner deliver a riveting account of Strauss's popular opera |
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Active voice
Leading mezzo-soprano Sarah Connolly is used to defying expectations.
Leading mezzo-soprano Sarah Connolly is used to defying expectations.
Production details
Cast
Roocroft, Connolly, Tomlinson, Bevan, Shore, Rhys-Davies, Thompson, Shaw, Hughes Jones/Kim
(c) Gardner (d) McVicar
Performance dates
28 January, 1, 4, 11, 17, 24, 27 February 2012
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