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ENO ‘planning orchestra cuts’, union claims
The Musicians' Union says its members have been informed that English National Opera wants to axe 19 jobs from its orchestra a…
ENO: Compulsory dissolution dropped
Latest English National Opera accounts yet to be submitted, resulting in move to have it closed down by government agency overseei…
Conductor accused of bullying claims unfair dismissal
National Opera Studio's former Head of Music claims investigation into his behaviour was conducted to 'manufacture a purpo…
ACE grants three year extension for ENO relocation
English National Opera Chair says the longer time frame will help the company “successfully deliver a new base out of London…
Radio 3 Controller: BBC Singers have ‘long-term future’
Sam Jackson, Controller of BBC Radio 3, has insisted disbanding the BBC Singers is not on the broadcaster’s agenda. In his f…
PwC study warns of ‘economic harm’ to ENO if it relocates
Report by global consultancy firm highlights risks involved with controversial plans for English National Opera to establish a new…
Welsh National Opera ‘facing staff cuts’, former members claim
Welsh National Opera confirms strategic review is underway after open letter co-signed by former leaders says the conditions of Ar…
Liverpool makes case for English National Opera
City leaders say that among areas shortlisted for English National Opera relocation, it is the only one currently lacking any oper…
Protestors halt Glyndebourne performance with ‘confetti bomb’
Protesters from campaign group Just Stop Oil halted an opera performance at Glyndebourne yesterday (15 June). The BBC reports that…
English National Opera board member resigns over ACE plans
Arts Council England's plans to move English National Opera out of London labelled a 'delayed death sentence' due to a…
Royal Opera House seeks income boost through brand licensing drive
Efforts by the Royal Opera House to generate additional income in the wake of cut to its Arts Council England funding will focus o…
The future of the London Sinfonietta
In response to ACE's decision last November to cut the London Sinfonietta's funding by 41%, Chief Executive Andrew Burke&n…
Opera North and Newcastle University launch three-year partnership
Organisations plan to build on previous work together through formal partnership to improve audience accessibility.
ENO shortlists five cities for relocation
Liverpool and Manchester are thought to be favourites to host the opera company from next year, with Birmingham, Bristol and Notti…
The coronation: A showcase for ‘world class’ orchestras
If there is one thing the UK does well it’s royal celebrations, and none come bigger than a coronation. But, as Mark Pembert…
Unions calls for further ACE investment in ENO
A coalition of trade unions are calling on Arts Council England (ACE) to produce a “realistic strategy” for the future…
Welsh cultural organisations benefit from £3m legacy
A legacy donation in excess of £3m has been left to the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama (RWCMD) and Welsh National…
Prominent role for BBC Singers at the Proms
The choir will feature in the opening and closing concerts this year, although concerns remain that plans to axe the group could b…
EXCLUSIVE: Guildhall settles legal case with acclaimed conductor
An employment tribunal was due to consider claims relating to unfair dismissal, breach of contract and protections under whistlebl…
Additional £24m set aside for English National Opera
Arts Council England sets aside further £24m for English National Opera in a move that could see a return to the level of fu…
Majority of ENO chorus ‘likely to quit’ if organisation moves
Most chorus members at the English National Opera (ENO) will be forced to leave their jobs with the company if it relocates outsid…
Opera plans: ACE analysis will ‘inform future investment’
An independent analysis of opera and musical theatre will be completed by October, with the findings set to inform future support…
What caused the axe to fall on the BBC Singers?
The announcement of the closure of the BBC Singers – the UK's only full-time professional choir – has caused wides…
