The Fairy Queen, an operatic adaptation of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream, surprisingly diverges from its source, weaving in Gods, Spirits, and even Chinese dancers.
The performance at Cadogan Hall featured a witty narration by Jeremy Sams, which cleverly contrasted the lavish original staging with the minimalist concert presentation.
Despite the humorous narration enhancing the performance, it ultimately led to a disjointed plot, making it difficult for audiences to follow a coherent story.
The historical context of The Fairy Queen reflects ongoing discussions about funding in the arts, echoing complaints from its adaptation's author about financial mismatches in opera.
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