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Jane Read

@Janesop

Wife of 1, mother of 3. Runner, swimmer, Gin drinker. Member of The English National Opera Chorus. All thoughts my own and not those of @E_N_O or anyone else.

 Ealing now Nottingham before.
Joined January 2010
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Don’t miss this amazing opera @ENO. Wonderful singing, acting and playing. Operatic storytelling at its best. Jenůfa review – Alden’s harrowing staging remains a formidable piece of theatre | Classical music | The Guardian theguardian.com/music/2024/m…
Jenůfa review – Alden’s harrowing staging remains a formidable piece of theatre

Jenůfa review – Alden’s harrowing staging remains a formidable piece of theatre

Jennifer Davis in the title role and Susan Bullock as Kostelnička are both outstanding in Janáček’s unremittingly intense tale relocated to a drab industrial town in post-communist Europe

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Extremely proud to be part of this. The Handmaid’s Tale review – Poul Ruders’s opera shows Atwood’s novel has lost none of its relevance | Opera | The Guardian theguardian.com/music/2024/f…
The Handmaid’s Tale review – Poul Ruders’s opera shows Atwood’s novel has lost none of its relevance

The Handmaid’s Tale review – Poul Ruders’s opera shows Atwood’s novel has lost none of its relevance

While it shies away from some of the brutality of the book, the ENO’s uncluttered staging gives space to the sharply drawn characters and revels in sumptuous atonality

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English National Opera performers and staff face an uncertain future as the company moves to Manchester. Our reporter @katyronkin has the story...
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Art does not exist to improve society | Alexandra Wilson | The Critic Magazine thecritic.co.uk/art-does-not…
Art does not exist to improve society | Alexandra Wilson | The Critic Magazine

Art does not exist to improve society | Alexandra Wilson | The Critic Magazine

English National Opera’s move to Manchester has finally been confirmed. The company had its funding cut by Arts Council England last year and was told to pack its bags and leave London if it wanted...

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The last two paragraphs…. theguardian.com/music/2023/d…
The week in classical: Cavalleria rusticana/ Pagliacci; OAE/ Suzuki: Christmas Oratorio; The...

The week in classical: Cavalleria rusticana/ Pagliacci; OAE/ Suzuki: Christmas Oratorio; The...

Hot-blooded double bill Cav and Pag hits home in a fine Royal Opera revival, while the OAE and the Sixteen thrill in seasonal Bach and Handel. Plus, the human cost of ENO’s move to Manchester

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After a riotous 'Iolanthe' at @E_N_O, and the mesmerising 'Peter Grimes' a couple of weeks back, I'm left wondering why this company isn't better cherished, supported and funded. I got a great seat, saw a fun show and got cheap tickets as I'm still under 35. Do go!
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Wouldn’t it be better to spend the money on repairing Gurnell swimming pool or building a new indoor pool? Ealing has no community Leisure Centre. @EalingCouncil aroundealing.com/news/a-new-… Ealing Extra 7 September 2023
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Oh @tfl I looked forward to the #Elizabethline being up and running at speed across London but the disappointment is that it’s just like any train/tube line in London, constantly letting me down. Such a shame having spent so much money on it. It’s so unreliable. 😡
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And as for his stamina….Wow! Just Wow!
Beverley Knight💙 (@Beverleyknight) profile pictureBeverley Knight💙@Beverleyknight25 Jun 2023
Killer song after killer song. Most of us artists can only dream of having a catalogue like this. What a SET. The legacy Elton leaves us is immeasurable. @eltonofficial #EltonJohn #Glastonbury ❤️
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Our production of Yeoman of the Guard from @E_N_O is on BBC4 tonight at 8pm. 😃
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Thousands of kids watch on as @RuslanaOfficial rehearses with the ENO Orchestra & Chorus. The show kicks off at 6pm at #Eurovision Village and no tickets necessary 🫶 @VisitLiverpool @CultureLPool
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Imagine if there was no music at this Coronation. 🤔
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🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼
david whittaker (@davidwh69056751) profile picturedavid whittaker@davidwh690567516 Apr 2023
Replying to @Janesop @E_N_O @LondonColiseum
I do hope so. A truly stunning production. Especially last night. Thank you for all your hard work. Chatting with the other nicely mixed audience members. It is clear there is loads of enthusiasm for this form of opera. I'm looking forward to another revival. Bravo.
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I’m going to miss the smell of @A_R_Costanzo when I unwrap him. @NuxeUK #ENOAkhnaten
AnthonyRothCostanzo (@A_R_Costanzo) profile pictureAnthonyRothCostanzo@A_R_Costanzo30 Mar 2023
40 performances of #Akhnaten!!!! Made golden with @NuxeUK
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Thank you to all our #ENOAkhnaten audiences for your wonderful response and appreciation of our show. It’s an iconic @openspacer @gandinijuggling @E_N_O production. Everything crossed that we can all bring this show back for you and new audiences. 🤞🏼
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That’s so good to hear Adrian. As always, thank you so much for your support. #ENOAkhnaten @E_N_O
Adrian Ainsworth (@Adrian_Specs) profile pictureAdrian Ainsworth@Adrian_Specs5 Apr 2023
Replying to @Janesop @E_N_O @LondonColiseum
Amazing photos, Jane! (And a phenomenal show.) I’ve managed to see it once on all three runs (so far) and it just gets more exhilarating with each visit. 💐
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Last night of #ENOAkhnaten. Hoping we all get to wear these understated costumes again @E_N_O @LondonColiseum Philip Glass operas are very special to us. #ENOChorus #ENOOrchestra
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Delighted to a host a roundtable in Parliament today with @EquityUK and members of the @E_N_O workforce. A really valuable and lucid discussion on the considerable impact of ACE's damaging cuts, both on individuals and their families, as well as the performing arts more broadly.
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Another night in with my work family @E_N_O #ENOAkhnaten #Dressingroom22 ❤️❤️❤️
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Carmen & Rhinegold had full houses before their runs ended. Akhnaten sold out, with only standing tickets available. Next opera, Dead City, opens this Saturday, directed by our Artistic Dir @annileseopera U21s sit in the best seats in the house FOR FREE, and 10pc for £10
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