Richard Bratby

Convincing performances and unexpected sounds: Opera Holland Park’s Delius/Puccini double bill reviewed

Plus: an interplanetary opera from Haydn in Bampton

Anne Sophie Duprels and the cast of Margot la Rouge at Opera Holland Park. Image: © Ali Wright
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  • Margot la Rouge/Le Villi

    Opera Holland Park, until 6 August

  • Fool Moon

    Bampton Classical Opera, and touring until 16 September

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