Perfect evening weather for 42nd Street at Kilworth House Theatre 😀

In Glasgow today to see Frank Wildhorn’s Bonnie & Clyde on tour. Hoping that the recent success of the West End production will be replicated tonight. Will be in the front row ducking the bullets!

Just back from tonight’s enjoyable concert in Nottingham with @LouiseDearman and the International Film Orchestra supported by the local university choir. Full of musical theatre favourites, Louise sang with the power and versatility of a true West End leading lady. Great concert

In Leicester to see Evita at The Curve.

First cultural event of 2024 at Usher Hall Edinburgh

Saw Scottish Opera’s Barber of Seville at Edinburgh Festival Theatre last night. Loved the production and in particular was blown away by the Canadian mezzo soprano Simone McIntosh as Rosina. Such vocal dexterity, quality of tone and sense of fun makes me want to see her again.

Excellent production of Yeomen of the Guard this afternoon at Buxton. The whole cast of @GSoperaco were on top form especially @matthewsiveter1 and @meriel_mezzo. Loved the traditional feel of the direction by Simon Butteris - no gimmicks, just G& S at their best.

Brief visit to Sheffield Crucible to see new production of Miss Saigon. Very clear exposition of the story and overall good singing from a decent cast. Particularly impressed by Kim and Joanna Ampil as a female Engineer had a whale of a time. 4.5 stars.

Saw Gypsy @PITLOCHRYft this afternoon. Stunning performance by @singinghaggis as Mama Rose. Every line delivered with clarity and conviction and vocals excellent. Some good things about whole cast and production and worth a visit to Perthshire.

Another visit to Edinburgh Festival Theatre tonight for Titanic the Musical. Mixed feelings given the current situation with the lost submersible Titan. Thoughts with all affected.

Went to lovely final concert of Melrose Music Festival tonight and was not disappointed. A varied programme of opera, musicals, G&S was performed with panache by @sopranomorwood @SionedGwen and #JeromeKnox. Will definitely try to search out this trio in the future. Well done all.

Very pleased to discover on arrival in Melrose that @SionedGwen is one of the singers tonight. Looking forward to hearing her in a concert setting and also to discovering @sopranomorwood for the first time.

Huge congratulations to @bethtaylormezzo for making the final of Cardiff Singer. I was blown away by her Round 4 performance- the expression “giein’ it laldy” came to mind. All the best for Sunday, Beth!

At Edinburgh Festival Theatre this evening for Scottish Opera’s Carmen.

Just caught @EllenAngharad on my TV being interviewed by @OwainWynEvans from the Coronation event in Cowbridge. Can’t think of a better way of celebrating than a couple of songs from my favourite soprano 😀

Was lucky to have witnessed one of @ScottishOpera’s finest productions yesterday @captheatres. Il Trittico was beautifully performed and fully captured the heart of each opera. The principal soloists were uniformly excellent. Best production in years and worth the critical praise

Just listened to "Inspire", the latest album from @EllenAngharad out today. Loved the previously unheard tracks. Ellen, you can be proud of this release which showcases your lovely voice and vocal technique. Onwards and upwards!

In Gateshead for the West End Christmas concert at the Sage. Looking forward to seeing @Gina_Beck and @robhouchen after their South Pacific tour. Hope @alice_fearn has recovered from food poisoning!

Toi x 3 to @EllenAngharad ahead of her concert at Cadogan Hall tomorrow. I hope all goes well without any transport problems. Would love to hear what you sang - a cheeky duet with Mr Ball perhaps? (You’re prettier than a certain Mr Boe anyway lol)

A promising start to The Voice by Thomas and @EmiliePW (@ThomasandEmilie) doing it for Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿- always nice to hear classically trained voices on this programme singing a musical theatre classic.