Faust at the Royal Opera House, LondonA Worldwide Opera PhenomenonThis revival of Faust brings together everything that made this 19th-century opera a worldwide phenomenon. The story, based on Johann Wolfgang von Goethe’s literary work, sees an aging scholar sell his soul to the demon Mphistophls in exchange for youth, before being tempted by the innocent beauty of the captivating Marguerite. Performers include Angela Gheorghiu and Vittorio Grigolo. Evelino Pid conducts the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House and the ever-sensational Royal Opera Chorus.
Fela! at Sadler's Wells, LondonNigerian-born musican Fela Kuti inspired a generation with his uplifting Afrobeat rhythms and unstinting political activism. Fela! is the tribute that shines a spotlight on his controversial life as an artist, polygamist and commune founder, as well as celebrating his pioneering music. Incredible Broadway success saw this biographical show pick up three Tony Awards, including Best Choreography for co-creator Bill T Jones. Fela! producers include Shawn ‘Jay-Z’ Carter and movie stars Will and his Jada Pinkett Smith.