Richard Bratby

The problem with Klaus Makela

Plus: a Figaro at the Royal Opera House that doesn’t so much sparkle as glow

Klaus Makela has potential but where's the personality? Image: BBC / Chris Christodoulou

  • Prom 58: Orchestre de Paris

    Royal Albert Hall

  • The Marriage of Figaro

    Royal Opera House, in rep until 15 September

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