Michael Portillo introduces the second opera in Wagner's epic four-part musical drama The Ring of the Nibelung from the Royal Opera House. Bryn Terfel stars as the god Wotan, who is forced to face the consequences of his actions in the previous chapter, with his daughter Brunnhilde serving as the voice of his conscience - an influence he must ultimately silence. Lisa Gasteen and Jorma Silvasti co-star under the direction of Keith Warner. with Antonio Pappano conducting the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House.
Drama. Unaware that he has been killed, a frail, but spirited Georgian i mother makes plans to visit her son in Paris. In French, Georgian and Russian with English subtitles. Review page 52.
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