Curated by Julien Van Mellaerts and Dylan Perez, the Opera in Song series returns with a programme of three recitals to include a celebration of contemporary British art song, a portrait of songs by Puccini, Verdi, Debussy, Strauss and Schönberg and a wicked retelling of Hansel and Gretel as told by the witch.
‘All the Future Days: A celebration of contemporary British art song’
Special feature on Jonathan Dove’s music to celebrate the world premiere of Itch
Nardus Williams, soprano
Laurence Kilsby, tenor
Anna Tilbrook, piano
29 July 1pm
‘Vissi d’arte: Life for art’
Songs by Puccini, Verdi, Debussy, Strauss and Schönberg
Sophie Bevan, soprano
Julien Van Mellaerts, baritone
Dylan Perez, piano
30 July 7.30pm
‘Through the woods: From the Witch’s perspective’
Hansel and Gretel, as retold by the Witch
Eleanor Dennis, soprano
Simon Lepper, piano
OHP Young Artists
31 July 7.30pm
Partnership and support from both Steinway and Sons and the Kiri Te Kanawa Foundation continue for Opera in Song. In 2023, the series will also partner with Bowel Cancer UK as its featured charity. A percentage of box office takings will be donated, as well as donations on the door at each recital.
