I’m watching this again, because theatrically there’s so much more to like & admire than not, but I have to wonder: was the overture ruined in the theatre too, or was the video & VO for the tv audience? If it were done in a live performance, it displays a disrespect for the material, in an otherwise fascinating production.
I’d also like to add my admiration for the Jack Point. His voice suits his character. A more operatic voice would get in the way.
The ENO does it again!!
I’m watching this again, because theatrically there’s so much more to like & admire than not, but I have to wonder: was the overture ruined in the theatre too, or was the video & VO for the tv audience? If it were done in a live performance, it displays a disrespect for the material, in an otherwise fascinating production.
I was curious about this production when I heard about it, how could Yeomen be updated to the 1950's? I would still prefer a traditional production.