I love how this revival of Così Fan Tutte is all about poking fun at outdated attitudes, it's like they're saying "ok, we know you're old-fashioned, let's have some fun with it". And can we talk about Lucy Crowe's aria in that Ferris-wheel carriage? 
It gives me chills every time. I think what's great about this production is how it balances humor and drama, it's like a big ol' hug for the opera genre. The cast does an amazing job of bringing out all these different emotions, from Guglielmo's annoyance to Despina's sassiness 
. And that chorus, oh man, they're the real MVPs. It's just a really clever and entertaining take on an old classic. 
It gives me chills every time. I think what's great about this production is how it balances humor and drama, it's like a big ol' hug for the opera genre. The cast does an amazing job of bringing out all these different emotions, from Guglielmo's annoyance to Despina's sassiness . And that chorus, oh man, they're the real MVPs. It's just a really clever and entertaining take on an old classic. 
I'm really loving this revival of Così Fan Tutte at the ENO, it's like they took all the old-school opera drama and turned it on its head with some sick circus moves 
! The way Phelim McDermott skewers outdated attitudes towards women and sex is totally on point 
. And the cast? Whoa, Lucy Crowe's aria in that Ferris-wheel carriage though 
... I'm not gonna lie, I was a bit skeptical at first but this show's got some serious 21st-century swag 
. What really impressed me is how it balances wit and satire with emotional depth – it's like Mozart knew what he was doing all along 
. Overall, I'd say this revival is a total masterclass in opera-making 
... let's hope they keep pushing the boundaries of what classical music can be!
I mean, what really gets me is how Phelim McDermott balances these wacky circus elements with this razor-sharp commentary on sexism and classism. It's like he's saying "okay, let's have some fun, but also let's not forget how messed up things were back then". And the cast totally nails it – Lucy Crowe's aerial performance is insane! 
But seriously, Phelim McDermott's got some great points about poking fun at the outdated attitudes towards women and sex in the original work. That scene with Guglielmo and the female extras is pure gold - it's like he's saying, 'Hey, let's take this sexist rant and turn it on its head'. The cast delivers too, Lucy Crowe's aria from that Ferris wheel thingy gives me chills every time 
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. The chorus's attire is also such a great touch - it's like they're poking fun at the societal norms of the time 
... (someone else said that too). And the orchestra is so energetic and engaging under conductor Dinis Sousa 
. The whole production just feels like a fresh take on an old classic, you know? 
& Ailish Tynan's Despina was scene-stealing perfection 