Nick Kimberley

Robert Hayward as Jack Rance and Josè de Eça as Dick Johnson in La fanciulla del West
Opera

La fanciulla del West: An opera through a haze of cowboy stereotypes

Puccini’s work set in the Gold Rush of California is a high risk opening to Opera Holland Park’s season

27 May 2026
Culture

LSO/Rattle review: A complete musical experience

Simon Rattle's latest performance is both measured and expansive
12 Jan 2018
Theatre

Lucia di Lammermoor, opera review: Touch of madness works wonders

Lisette Oropesa is a revelation as Lucia in her Royal Opera debut, writes Nick Kimberley

1 Nov 2017
Culture

LSO / Rattle, classical review: Good times ahead for the LSO

The second concert in a series designed to celebrate Simon Rattle's arrival as LSO director proved to be something special, writes Nick Kimberley

18 Sept 2017
Culture

Tosca, opera review: Pint-sized success

A small-scale production of Puccini's opera at the King's Head pub Theatre makes a big impression

3 Oct 2017