Opera Now - March 2023

In the March issue of Opera Now we meet Russian soprano Aigul Akhmetshina, an exciting young talent whose sensuous, captivating mezzo voice and compelling stage presence is proving a huge attraction in major opera houses around the world.

Plus, how young singers are prepared for a profession that requires resilience, innate talent and the ability to grasp a complex range of skills; soprano Anush Hovhannisyan shares some of her insights and wisdom about the long, sometimes treacherous journey that an opera singer has to make, from the first inklings of talent to triumphing on the world stage; live reviews from La Scala, The Met in New York, London’s Barbican and more; Supporting Women and Parents in Opera; Wasfi Kani’s Favourite Things; reviews of the latest recordings; our Worldwide Opera Guide to the best upcoming performances; and can British opera recover from the cuts?