This episode we're joined by Stephen Barlow, who'll be directing The Cunning Little Vixen during the OHP 2021 Season. He talks about the difference between Vixen and the other Janacek operas staged at OHP over the years, looks back on how he began his career in the arts, and reminisces about his long history with OHP.

Tickets for The Cunning Little Vixen are on sale now. Find out more about the production and book here: https://bit.ly/37vluhP

From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park’s Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists involved approach their craft.

72. In conversation with Stephen Barlow, director of The Cunning Little Vixen

Jennifer France and Julia Sporsén (The Vixen and The Fox in our upcoming production of The Cunning Little Vixen) join the podcast to talk about their history with Janáček's work, the excitement of performing in front of a live audience again, and the story of how this particular production came about.

Tickets for The Cunning Little Vixen are on sale now. Find out more about the production and book here: bit.ly/37vluhP

From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park’s Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists involved approach their craft.

73. Julia Sporsén and Jennifer France discuss The Cunning Little Vixen

In this episode, James is joined by several of the artists and creatives who are working on the latest editions to our 2021 Season.

Anna Patalong and Sonia Ben Santamaria talk about Canteloube's Chants d'Auvergne, and how OHP is a fitting venue for this song cycle themed around returning to nature. Charne Rochford discusses the birth of Fifth Door Ensemble as they prepare for an intimate chamber version of Gustav Mahler's late masterpiece Das Lied von der Erde. Dominic Ellis-Peckham and Tara Mack look towards the London Oriana Choir taking the stage for an exciting evening featuring two world premières. The episode concludes with an appearance by our Count Almaviva in our latest production of The Marriage of Figaro, Julien Van Mellaerts, who has curated and is featured in our upcoming recital series, Opera in Song. 

Tickets for the Opera Holland Park 2021 Season are on sale now.
Find out more about our productions and book here: bit.ly/2KCxmX1

From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park’s Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists involved approach their craft.

74. In conversation with the creatives behind the latest additions to the 2021 Season

This week, Opera Holland Park's CEO and Director of Opera James Clutton is joined by George Jackson (conductor of this summer's The Marriage of Figaro) and his father, actor Philip Jackson. They talk about rehearsing, the social nature of music making, the new OHP auditorium, and how they both ended up establishing careers in the arts.

From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park’s Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists involved approach their craft.

76. In conversation with conductor George Jackson and actor Philip Jackson

Mark Adamo's opera Little Women will be making its UK premiere during the OHP 2022 Season. This week Mark joins the podcast to talk about how he became a composer and librettist, the process of adapting this beloved novel into opera form, Little Women's original premiere starring a young Joyce DiDonato, and the early preparations for the UK premiere this summer.

From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park’s Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists involved approach their craft.

77. In conversation with Little Women composer Mark Adamo

In this episode of From the Producer's Office, our CEO and Director of Opera James Clutton is joined by long time friend of Opera Holland Park, director Martin Lloyd Evans. The two talk about Martin's long relationship with the company, reminiscing about productions including La Wally and The Queen of Spades, and Martin discusses the relationship between a director and an audience, and how that changes when staging the sort of rare work he often directs at OHP.

From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park’s Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists involved approach their craft.

79. In conversation with director Martin Lloyd Evans

In this episode of From the Producer's Office, we're joined by the March sisters from our upcoming production of Little Women – Charlotte Badham (Jo), Kitty Whately (Meg), Harriet Eyley (Beth) and Elizabeth Karani (Amy). They talk about their relationships with Louisa May Alcott's classic novel, discuss the many previous adaptations of the book, and talk about introducing audiences to new contemporary repertoire they might not have heard before.

From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park’s Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists involved approach their craft.

80. In conversation with the March sisters from our upcoming production of Little Women

In this episode of From the Producer's Office, James Clutton is joined by composer Jonathan Dove and broadcaster and bestselling author Simon Mayo to announce a new commission for 2023, the world premiere of an opera for young adults and families, Itch.

The opera will be based on Simon Mayo's bestselling novels Itch and Itch Rocks, described as 'Breaking Bad for kids' by NPR in America. Itch explores the real life magic of the elements through an explosive adventure story that sees the young hero trying to outrun a vindictive teacher, a global corporation and a shadowy government agency in his quest to save the world.

Simon, Jonathan, and James discuss how the commission came about, talk about the novel's plot and the inspirations behind it, and draw parallels between Itch and some other operas listeners might be familiar with.

From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park’s Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists involved approach their craft.

81. Announcing our new opera commission Itch with Jonathan Dove and Simon Mayo

In today's episode of From the Producer's Office, James Clutton speaks to librettist Alasdair Middleton about working on Opera Holland Park's new commission for 2023, 'Itch'. They discuss the value of the continued working relationship between Alasdair and composer Jonathon Dove, as well as his path to becoming a librettist and the process of creating and developing meaningful libretto.

From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park’s Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists involved approach their craft.

83. In conversation with Alasdair Middleton, Librettist of 'Itch'.

In today's podcast, James Clutton, CEO and Director of Opera at Opera Holland Park, talks to various members of the cast, crew and creative teams after the end of the Studio Run of Eugene Onegin. The Studio Run is the first time the team runs the full opera, and, as you can hear in the episode, there is a really exciting atmosphere in the room. 

Guests in order of appearance:

Tom Atkins - Lensky
Jo Meredith - Choreographer
Samual Dale Johnson 
Anush Hovhannisyan - Tatyana
Megan Bly - Deputy Stage Manager
Julia Burbach - Director
Lada Valešová - Conductor

84. In conversation after the Studio Run of Eugene Onegin

In today's episode, James Clutton chats to the cast and associate conductor of Carmen during their Sitzprobe. It's many of the team's favourite day of the production, and there is a real buzz in the auditorium, so tune in to hear about how they are getting on and the excitement in the build up to the opening.

85. In conversation with the Carmen cast at the Sitzprobe

Today, James Clutton speaks to the cast and director of Little Women after an exciting and emotional studio run. On the warmest day of the year in England, Charlotte Badham, Kitty Whately, Lizzie Karani, Harriet Eyley and Ella Marchment talk to James about the buzz of the studio run, the journey the team has been on, and the excitement of getting the show on stage.

86: In conversation with the March sisters after the studio run

In this extended episode, James Clutton speaks to Paul Carey Jones, an OHP veteran, about Paul's journey into opera and the of value theatre and live performance, and they both consider the future of what opera is and where and how it will exist in uncertain times ahead.

Buy his book, Giving it away, here: https://www.paulcareyjones.net/buy

87. In conversation with Paul Carey Jones

Today James Clutton speaks to the cast, Composer, Librettist, Associate Director and producers of Itch, Opera Holland Park's new opera by Jonathan Dove, after the team have heard it played through for the first time.

88. In conversation after the first listen of Itch

In today's episode, James Clutton (whilst possibly breaking into a house in Mayfair) has an extended conversation with Wasfi Kani, the founder of Grange Park Opera. James delves into Wasfi's life and career, from her first interactions with classical music to her leadership style, and both discuss their role in the world of opera and opera's role in the current world.

89. In conversation with Wasfi Kani

In today’s episode, James Clutton speaks to Charlotte Badham and Laura Lolita Perešivana who are playing the title roles in Opera Holland Park’s 2023 production of Engelbert Humperdinck’s 1893 Hansel and Gretel. They discuss the joys and challenges of freshly tackling such well loved characters.

90. In Conversation with Charlotte Badham and Laura Lolita Perešivana

James Clutton catches up with the team after the emotional and exciting studio run of Itch to hear their thoughts

91. In conversation with the cast and creatives after the Itch studio run

In this episode, James Clutton and Education and Outreach Manager Isabella Farrell reflect on OHP's Christmas Extravaganza. Having visited care homes, hospital wards and community groups across Kensington, James also chats to residents at The Royal Hospital and members of our new intergenerational choir.

92. In conversation with Isabella Farrell at the OHP Christmas Extravaganza

Join James Clutton for the day on our annual Envoy Reception! He chats to our Development team about upcoming plans, meets some of our most loyal supporters and hears from some of our musicians. Have a listen to find out more about the world of membership at OHP and what it's like to be part of the OHP family.

93. In conversation with Members, Musicians and the Development team

From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park’s Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists involved approach their craft.
In this fourth episode from the Opera Holland Park 2019 Season, singers Yvonne Howard, Samuel Sakker and Fflur Wyn join James to discuss Opera Holland Park's production of Cilea's L'arlesiana.

4. Yvonne Howard, Samuel Sakker and Fflur Wyn discuss L'arlesiana

From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park's Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists approach their craft.
In this episode, James is joined by director and producer Tom Hawkes, who has been directing at Opera Holland Park since the company's early days. They discuss Tom's career, reminisce about past Opera Holland Park productions and lots more.

12. In conversation with director and producer Tom Hawkes

From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park’s Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists involved approach their craft.
In this episode, James is joined by Kitty Whately and Anna Patalong of Swap'ra (Supporting Women and Parents in Opera) to talk about the work of the organisation, and issues around gender and parenting in opera.

13. In conversation with Kitty Whately and Anna Patalong of Swap'ra

From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park’s Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists involved approach their craft.
In this episode, James is joined by promoter and producer Raymond Gubbay. Raymond discusses his trailblazing work over the years bringing classical music, opera, and ballet shows to venues such as the Royal Albert Hall and Wembley Arena with spectacular new staging.

21. In conversation with Raymond Gubbay CBE

From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park’s Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists involved approach their craft.

In this episode, James is joined by Guardian political sketch writer and journalist John Crace. They discuss John's 40-year love affair with opera, and bringing humour and satire to the turbulent times we live in at the moment.

22. In conversation with John Crace

From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park’s Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists involved approach their craft.

In this episode, James is joined by two of the greatest singers of their generation, soprano Natalya Romaniw and tenor David Butt Philip. Last seen at Opera Holland Park in the International Opera Award-nominated production of Tchaikovsky’s Iolanta, they discuss their journeys into becoming professional singers, their recent roles with the Royal Opera House and English National Opera, and the impact of COVID-19 on their work and the industry as a whole.

23. In conversation with Natalya Romaniw and David Butt Philip

From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park’s Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists involved approach their craft.

In our latest episode James joins host of BBC Radio 3 Breakfast, Petroc Trelawny, to discuss his journey in classical music and career in broadcasting. In a wide-ranging conversation, they reflect on both the challenges and opportunities faced by the classical music industry in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis.

31. In conversation with Petroc Trelawny

From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park's Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists approach their craft.

In this episode, James is joined by Australian theatre and opera director, and Artistic Director of Komische Oper Berlin, Barrie Kosky.

33. In conversation with Barrie Kosky

From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park’s Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists involved approach their craft.

In this episode, James is joined by composer, Jonathan Dove. They discuss life in lockdown, community opera, and Jonathan's work, including the opera Flight that was performed at OHP in 2015.

37. In conversation with Jonathan Dove

From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park’s Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists involved approach their craft.
In this episode, James is joined by Annie Lydford, Managing Director of Nevill Holt Opera. The two of them discuss arts careers, Annie's new role at Nevill Holt Opera, the welcome return of socially distanced live music making, and the innovations of the arts industry during the time of COVID-19.

36. In conversation with Annie Lydford

Mezzo-soprano Jennifer Johnston joins the podcast to talk about her recent work on Bitesize Proms (a series of mini-proms showcasing world class talent), and Notes from Musicians Kitchens (a collection of recipes from musicians, in aid of Help Musicians UK). She also discusses her career, and what it was like growing up as a young singer with a big voice.

From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park’s Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists involved approach their craft.

46. In conversation with Mezzo-Soprano Jennifer Johnston

Professor Lynne Dawson, Head of Vocal Studies and Opera, and soprano and 4th year undergraduate Charlotte Kennedy join the podcast this week to talk about how they and their fellow teachers and students at Royal Northern College of Music have been coping during the pandemic. They discuss online learning and vocal coaching, the challenges of practicing at home, and the importance of resilience.

From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park’s Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists involved approach their craft.

66. In conversation with Lynne Dawson and Charlotte Kennedy from RNCM

Opera Holland Park's Director of Opera, James Clutton, in conversation with artists and creatives across the industry.

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