Opera Dialogues

Multi award-winning opera director Christopher Alden chats with Nina Brazier about his early obsession with Broadway musicals through the seminal teenage moment when he and his identical twin brother David Alden unanimously decided to become opera directors. From creating atmosphere in the rehearsal room, to his ongoing desire to challenge and provoke his audiences, Christopher talks candidly through the highs and lows of his extraordinary career.

Real life opera couple soprano Gillian Keith and Tenor and composer Tom Randle reveal the unexpected twists and the life-changing phone calls that have built their careers. From winning the Kathleen Ferrier in jeans to shipping a sports car from LA to Hull, we chat through the extreme highs to coping with the lows, and how a united passion for creativity keeps them thriving as artists both on - and off - the stage.

Director Nina Brazier reveals some of the big names in opera who will be joining her on The Opera Pod. Get your access all areas pass to find out more about the successes and setbacks, and the passions and pitfalls from seasoned insiders.