This production of Puccini’s classic, originally directed by John Copley, began life in 1974 and is now the oldest in the Royal Opera’s repertory. It’s still serviceable in its old-fashioned way, at least when lit with sufficient discretion to hide its increasing shabbiness.
Angela Gheorghiu (1995 Production)
Photo: Alastair Muir
La Bohème
George Hall [The Guardian, 21 June 05]
This production of Puccini's classic, originally directed by John Copley, began life in 1974 and is now the oldest in the Royal Opera's repertory. It's still serviceable in its old-fashioned way, at least when lit with sufficient discretion to hide its increasing shabbiness.