Documentary delving into the world of opera house Glyndebourne in its 80th anniversary year by examining a new production of Richard Strauss's comic opera, Der Rosenkavalier. Show more
Christopher is sent to the front with McKechnie and Perowne. While Valentine waits for news of Christopher, Sylvia, now ensconced at Groby, makes one final, desperate play for him. Show more
World War I drama based on a true story. An army captain discovers a printing press in the ruins of Ypres, Belgium, in 1916, and decides to publish a satirical magazine. Show more
Vicious rumours about Christopher abound, leading to tragedy at Groby. Sylvia finds a new admirer who proves a distraction as the war continues, and Valentine moves to London. Show more
While Sylvia and Christopher are reunited publicly, their relationship remains turbulent in private. Christopher is torn between his marriage vows and his feelings for Valentine. Show more
Aristocrats Christopher and Sylvia Tietjens are unhappily married. Despite their troubles he is determined to stay faithful, until he meets suffragette Valentine Wannop. Show more
Soprano Sundays
Danielle de Niese: The Birth of an Opera
1 hour
First broadcast: on BBC FourLatest broadcast: on BBC Classical Music Channel
Available for 2 months
Marking the 200th anniversary of Rossini's The Barber of Seville, Danielle de Niese provides a backstage pass to her preparations for her role in Glyndebourne's 2016 production. Show more
In Rouen, an exhausted Christopher prepares soldiers for the draft. Back in London, Sylvia decides to visit her husband in France, oblivious to the consequences for him. Show more
Soprano Sundays
La Voix Humaine
57 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Two Northern IrelandLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD
A searing psychological film of Poulenc’s one-act opera, based on the iconic play by Cocteau. Starring Danielle de Niese, directed by James Kent with the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House. Show more