Opera North Podcast

Director, Neil Bartlett discusses the differences between working with opera singers and actors.

Part 4 of 8, first published 2 Sep 2011.

Director Neil Bartlett explains the challenges of translating the libretto from Russian into English.

Episode 3 of 8, first published 2 September 2011.

Director Neil Bartlett explores the differences between Pushkin's novel and Tchaikovsky's opera.

Episode 2 of 8, first published 2 September 2011.

Director Neil Bartlett discusses the wonderful extremes in Tchaikovsky's score.

Episode 1 of 8, first published 2 September 2011.

In a conversation recorded in 2010, director Jo Davies and conductor John Wilson talk to writer and broadcaster Edward Seckerson about cunning disguises, dastardly deeds, and an abundance of cracking good tunes, in Opera North's first G&S production for 20 years.

Director Tim Albery discusses why Madama Butterfly is one of the world's most popular operas, and how his production aims to depict the tragic story.

First published on 8 Jul 2011.

Opera North's Editor Stuart Leeks discusses the first part of Wagner's epic Ring cycle with Chorus and Orchestra Director and Concerts Director, Dougie Scarfe.

From the beauty and majesty created by the sheer scale of a Wagnerian orchestra through to what performing an opera as a 'staged concert' actually means this podcast will prepare you to experience the first part of Opera North's four-year Ring cycle.

First published on 3 Jun 2011

The Independent's Edward Seckerson discusses preparations for the first part of Opera North's 4-year Ring Cycle with conductor Richard Farnes, and Michael Druiett, who is playing the role of Wotan.

First published 1 Jun 2011.