Richard Bratby

Reduced me to a tearful, choked-up mess: Royal Opera’s Magic Flute reviewed

Plus: ENO stages a remarkable rarity

Willard White and Christine Rice, who burns the house down as Elizabeth I in Gloriana. Credit: Nirah Sanghani  
issue 21 January 2023
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  • Die Zauberflöte

    Royal Opera House, in rep until 28 January

  • Gloriana

    London Coliseum

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