A Christmas revival: backstage at The Royal Ballet
For many, the festive season just isn’t complete without a visit to The Royal Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker. And it’s the company’s costume department … Read more
Aram’s Armenian legacy
As the 110th anniversary of the birth of composer Aram Khachaturian draws to a close, Maria Roberts reports on what is being done to promote … Read more
The great communicator: Anne-Sophie Mutter
Whether it’s waxing lyrical about Dvořák’s dark allure or playing in a Berlin nightclub, Anne-Sophie Mutter has an irrepressible love of music – and a desire … Read more
Digital Theatre redefines how we view the arts
The digital space is taking theatre beyond the limits of the physical stage. Audiences can now watch, appreciate and interact with performances like never before. … Read more
Making noise in Stavanger
A democratic outlook and creative programming – not to mention a brand new concert hall – are propelling Stavanger Symphony Orchestra forwards. When I catch … Read more
Injured musicians: why suffer in silence?
Cellist Corinne Morris has overcome a debilitating shoulder injury to get her career back on track – but such comebacks are rare for musicians. Why … Read more
An orchestra transformed: Peter Oundjian in Toronto
Over the course of a decade, Peter Oundjian has breathed new life into the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, turning it into a thriving cultural stalwart. Conductor … Read more
Dissecting sound with Theatre of Voices
From growling to mooing, Copenhagen’s Theatre of Voices goes to vocal extremes to get a particular tone. The Danish vocal ensemble led by artistic director … Read more
My Life: a week with Natalia Kaliada
Natalia Kaliada, founder and artistic director of the Belarus Free Theatre, shares a week in her life. Monday I’m with Nicolai Khalezin, my husband and … Read more
Kopatchinskaja’s kitchen
Violinist Patricia Kopatchinskaja has been making waves in the classical world with her feisty performances and technical mastery over works old and new. But it’s … Read more