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Rays of Light in the Midst of Darkness
In a time of growing global division, three thoughtful works—Red, White & Royal Blue, Heartstopper, and the opera Omar—offer moving stories that center love, identity, and quiet resilience. Whether through the joy of queer romance or the strength of personal conviction, each reminds us of the power of simply telling one’s story.
Medicine’s Dubious History
In Giant, composer Sarah Angliss brings the tragic story of Charles Byrne—the 18th-century “Irish Giant”—to operatic life, weaving a haunting tale of bodily autonomy, scientific ambition, and lost humanity. Premiering at the Aldeburgh Festival, this bold new work confronts the dark legacy of medical progress built on exploitation, echoing disturbing parallels with modern celebrity culture and our ongoing fascination with physical difference.
Opera like you’ve never known it
Opera Live at Home was founded by former opera singer and entrepreneur Helen Astrid, the platform offers a stage for talented opera singers and their pianists, who lost out on major engagements with the UK’s major opera houses and festivals, while filling a void for opera loving audiences.
HELEN ASTRID : CHANTEUSE D’OPÉRA
Découvrez la carrière remarquable d’Helen Astrid, une coach de chant renommée qui a transformé d’innombrables vies grâce à la musique.
Opera Singer & Singing Coach: Helen Astrid
Explore the remarkable career of Helen Astrid, a renowned singing coach who has transformed countless lives through music.