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Midsummer Opera

Midsummer Opera is a UK-based repertory opera company, founded in 1985. It gives concert performances of operas, including less-performed works, under the artistic leadership of conductor David Roblou. Further information at midsummeropera.org.uk

A selection of articles about Midsummer Opera

Ensemble. Great Vitality - Verdi's 'Don Carlo', heard by Robert Hugill

Ensemble. Atmosphere is Everything - Weber's 'Der Freischütz', reviewed by Robert Hugill

Ensemble. New Territory - An unusual version of Puccini's 'Turandot', reviewed by Robert Hugill

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