Opera at Holland Park with Julien van Mellaerts, 25-27 July
Looking for an open-air evening of opera favourites, with a roof covering just in case of rain? Then don’t miss Opera in Song, the three-night series of recitals at Opera Holland Park, 25-27 July.
New Zealand baritone Julien van Mellaerts, fresh from wowing audiences as Count Almaviva in OHP’s production of Figaro, sings as well as curates the programmes. Julien is well-known as one of the Whanau Voices of Aotearoa, whose superb concert in the Royal Albert Hall last year lifted spirits here and in New Zealand. OHP’s clever new open-sided auditorium provides that summer outdoor feeling while the seating ensures social distancing is observed.