The read
It runs long at 2h 32m.
Synopsis
Richard Jones’ “La bohème” is an important weapon in the Royal Opera’s commercial arsenal. This is its second revival since Jones’ production hit the stage in autumn 2017, replacing John Copley’s beloved 40-year old staging, resplendent with period detail and resolutely naturalist. Jones brings a considerable break with the past in his approach, pointing the way towards thought-provoking possibilities for the work, though it is a clearly a show that defers to the need for regular revival and breadth of appeal.
Ratings
TMDB6/10
1 audience votes
Key crew
- Richard JonesDirector
- Giacomo PucciniOriginal Music Composer
- Giuseppe GiacosaWriter
- Luigi IllicaWriter
Cast
- Sonya YonchevaMimì
- Charles CastronovoRodolfo
- Andrzej FilończykMarcello
- Gyula NagySchaunard
- Simona MihaiMusetta
- Peter KellnerCollien
- Emmanuel VillaumeSelf - Conductor
Themes
operaopera live performanceroyal opera house