Videos

A long awaited cycle that is ultimately disappointing [LD]

A musically outstanding but unusual production of Rossini’s splendid opera [RWe]

Three hours of enlightenment and entertainment [ZT]

Impressive and likely to remain unchallenged for a very long time [MP]

A superbly realised version of Tchaikovsky’s essentially domestic opera avoids any elements of tragic inflation [PCG]

A first video release of a rare Schreker opera deserves a heartfelt welcome [PCG]

(Déjà Review) Truly magical – the ideal family Christmas present [IL]

This superb version shows the work to be better than its reputation [RWe]

Well received when launched, with good singing and staging, this problematic production treats the title role unsympathetically [RWe]

A refreshing survey of the Beethoven symphonies from Zubin Mehta [GT]

An enjoyable production of Humperdinck’s King’s Children, beautifully performed in effective modern staging [EJW]

A musically and emotionally intense opera by a composer at the peak of his career [EJW]

Powerful performances, but spare and drab staging [LW]

A staging of French baroque opera at its finest [MP]

The singing doesn’t quite match the wonderful staging [DJB]

A superior reissue of Peter Hall’s other superlative Britten production from Glyndebourne [PCG]

A welcome release, but with one important shortcoming [MP]

A superb performance of a work Karajan often conducted, with fine soloists [RWe]

A well-performed Stravinsky masterpiece, and a related work by Pizzetti [RWe]

The superb Asmik Grigorian sings all three female leads in the generally impressive performances from the 2022 Salzburg Festival [RWe]

A worthwhile supplement to more conventional productions [RMay]

This highly-praised Royal Ballet production intrigues and delights [RMay]

A worthwhile effort is sadly – but seriously – flawed [RMay]

An unmatchable and irreplaceable video makes a welcome return to the catalogues [PCG]