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About our La Boheme….


 “We have been to ‘Boheme’ at Glyndebourne, The ROH and the Sydney Opera House and last night’s production compared very favourably with all the others.  The singing, acting, choreography, and sets (staging) were all superb, also costumes.  We were especially impresses by the empathy of the 4 students – we were in the front row so especially able to appreciate this – our only disappointment was the volume – perhaps we would have been better sitting further back – but then we would not have felt so involved with the complex emotions! Congratulations! Well done everyone.”  M.H.

 “Fantastic singing, wonderful music, really enjoyable, thank you so much!”   D.M.

 “Truly wonderful, best ever! all10/10”  H.M.

 “Excellent performance & venue – very enjoyable.”  M.F.

 “Great sets, ‘natural choreography’, splendid acting & FINE voices, sympathetic accompaniment and great costumes.” O.W.

 “Thought the two principal women were outstanding and a great chorus!”  P.C.

 “The two ladies were excellent.”  S.R.

 “A very enjoyable evening.  Music superb, 4 male leads seemed to have an excellent rapport with each other.  Mimi and Musetta acted and sang convincingly.  I thought that Richard Arundel acted the part of Marcello brilliantly.” D.R.

 “The sets were very good & the production excellent.  A very enjoyable evening.”  V.R.

 “Best GOC production we have seen in recent years.  Orchestra was a bit loud, even above the excellent principals early on” – no name.


About our La Sonnambula…


“You really felt Amina and Elvino’s joy and pain” - Mrs D


“We felt the production was a very high standard – both singing and acting. The orchestra was also very good” – N P B


“Lovely singing - could well fill a larger theatre ,,,,,,,,,,,,” J&A S F


“I did enjoy the opera…………the principals were all first rate ,,,,,,the chorus was excellent; they joined in the fun and had a large part to play.……………the top notes sung by both sopranos were beautiful and the mezzo soprano not only had a wonderful tone, she was also fully convincing. Rudolfo was a delight. It was obvious that a lot of hard work had gone into the production.. Best wishes for the next one.” L D


“We really enjoyed tonight. The singing was wonderful. Glad that we finally made it and we will definitely come to your next performance!” M W


“Amazing show on Wednesday! Absolutely beautiful! Cannot wait for Carmen!” C J


“What a great show last night! My first opera and I am a convert. Thanks for putting on a wonderful show and well done everyone.”


“Pure gold from beginning to end. The chorus was most impressive and very involved throughout.”


“A fantastic performance, greatly appreciated by all in

the Friday night audience! Will definitely be there next year.” CP


“Our first opera , caught up from the very beginning—the principals were outstanding and the chorus superb - let us know the dates for next year!”


“…...it was wonderful ! Keep up the great work—Best Wishes”—BF


“…...I enjoyed La Sonnambula—it was a very entertaining evening. I thought the chorus made a lovely sound, as did the orchestra, and all the principals sang and played their parts beautifully. Eleanor Ross had the most exquisite voice and the way she soared effortlessly up to the high notes quite took my breath away. Looking forward to Carmen next year!” HK


“A big THANK YOU  and congratulations on a superb performance of a much neglected piece.” AG

What our audiences are saying….

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