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11 June 25

Myth and Opera: When Opera Meets the Gods

Peter Grimes wears a terrified expression as he stands centre-stage, entangled in ropes held by four dancers. Behind him, the eerie shadows of the dancers can be seen pulling the ropes. Peter wears a wool jumper, denim shirt and wet overalls.
05 June 25

That's a wrap! Spring 2025 round-up

03 June 25

Celebrating LGBTQ+ Composers

01 June 25

Pride Month Statement

28 May 25

What can The Marriage of Figaro teach us today?

22 May 25

Why is Peter Grimes a psychological thriller?

20 May 25

The Marriage of Figaro at First Sight

Dementia patient with family member enjoying music
14 May 25

Mental Health Awareness Week 2025

09 May 25

Opera in Video Games: Adventures, arias and Mozart

06 May 25

Great British Composers

01 May 25

Britten on Mozart

A group of young children, some with painted faces, sit together on the floor at Play Opera LIVE. They eagerly watch something that is happening behind the camera, and many have one hand raised in the air, hoping they will be chosen.
29 April 25

Opera for the next generation: how Play Opera LIVE inspires children