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Making its ENO premiere, this critically acclaimed modern opera set 500 years ago tells the story that still resonates today. With hostile forces on every side, Mary I of Scotland attempts to secure a happy future for herself and her country.



One of Scotland’s most esteemed composers, Thea Musgrave captures the drama in a thrilling, atmospheric score rooted in the rough-hewn Highlands of Elizabethan times.



Caught between her drunken husband, her scheming half-brother, and her untrustworthy lover, Mary I of Scotland must find a way to protect her country and her Catholic faith.



Each new conversation reveals a treacherous twist as she is betrayed or misled by those closest to her. Until finally a terrible miscalculation causes her to fall into the arms of her Protestant cousin, Elizabeth I.

Thea Musgrave writes music and libretto that is as beautifully crafted for voices as for the drama. Her orchestral textures are deftly detailed, at times evoking Elizabethan Scotland.



This provides the backdrop for characters who are both musically as well as dramatically believable while cleverly building tension. As critic Harold Rosenthal notes, Musgrave’s music is both original and accessible.



Conducting this modern masterpiece is Joana Carniero, who makes a welcome ENO return after she conducted The Handmaid’s Tale in 2022 and 2024.



Soprano Heidi Stober will bring Musgrave’s radiant melodies to life on stage as Queen Mary. She will be joined by two former ENO Harewood Artists Alex Otterburn as James Stewart, Earl of Moray and Nicky Spence as James Hepburn, Earl of Bothwell. Also making a welcome return is bass Alastair Miles as Lord Gordon.



Libretto by Thea Musgrave based on Amalia Elguera’s play Moray.


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VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'No Exit' on Tonight's REIGN on The CW
by - Apr 17, 2014


On tonight's episode The CW's REIGN titled "No Exit", when Mary's brother James (guest star Joe Doyle) arrives in France and convinces Mary to return to Scotland, Francis (Toby Regbo) is suspicious

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'No Exit' Episode of The CW's REIGN
by - Apr 11, 2014


On the next episode of The CW's REIGN titled "No Exit", when Mary's brother James (guest star Joe Doyle) arrives in France and convinces Mary to return to Scotland, Francis (Toby Regbo) is suspicious

The Vancouver Opera Presents Verdi's DON CARLO, 5/3-11
by BWW News Desk - Apr 8, 2014


For the first time in 40 years Vancouver audiences will experience the magnificence of Verdi's spectacular masterpiece, Don Carlo, the emotionally gripping drama of a king's brutal power and a son's brash rebellion. With formidable orchestral forces, a massive chorus and a powerhouse international cast, VO's final – and biggest – production of 2013-2014promises to be this season's most explosive experience yet!

Shakespeare's Globe to Bring HAMLET, KING LEAR to Folger Theatre's 2014-15 Season; Lineup Announced!
by BWW News Desk - Apr 1, 2014


Folger Theatre Artistic Producer Janet Alexander Griffin today announced the 2014/15 season. With six full Shakespeare productions on stage at the Folger to celebrate the Bard's 450th, Folger Theatre will start the upcoming season with two special, limited engagements by London's Shakespeare's Globe. First, the acclaimed staging of Hamlet, seen at the Folger in 2012, returns in late July for just three performances as part of their Globe to Globe Hamlet, the ambitious two-year tour bringing the Danish prince to every country in the world. Then, once again in a September residency, Shakespeare's Globe will perform King Lear for eighteen shows. Joseph Marcell (TV's The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and Jacques in Folger Theatre's 2007 As You Like It) plays the title role.

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'Liege Lord' Episode of The CW's REIGN
by - Mar 28, 2014


Is it finally Mary's time to rise? Reign returns with an new episode titled 'Liege Lord' on Thursday, April 10th!

Marjorie Bradley Kellogg, Deborah M. Dryden & More to Receive 2014 TDF/Irene Sharaff Awards
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 25, 2014


Scenic designer, writer and professor, MARJORIE BRADLEY KELLOGG, and costume designer DEBORAH M. DRYDEN are among the 2014 TDF/Irene Sharaff Awards recipients. The awards will be presented at a ceremony on Friday, May 2, at 6:30pm, at the Hudson Theatre (145 West 44th Street). Ms. Kellogg will receive the Robert L.B. Tobin Award for Sustained Excellence in Theatrical Design and Ms. Dryden was selected to receive the 2014 TDF/Irene Sharaff Lifetime Achievement Award for costume design. Ms. Kellogg's award will be presented to her by director Kenny Leon and Ms. Dryden's award will be presented to her by designer David Woolard.

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'Monsters' Episode of The CW's REIGN
by - Mar 21, 2014


On the next episode of The CW's REIGN titled "Monsters", when Francis (Toby Regbo) reluctantly agrees to help Bash (Torrance Coombs) uncover the threat in the woods, he ends in grave danger, with only Bash to save him.

Traverse Theatre Presents BLOODY TRAMS: A RAPID RESPONSE Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Mar 19, 2014


Traverse Theatre Company in association with Utter is delighted to announce a new addition to the Spring programme with a brand new piece of verbatim theatre, Bloody Trams: A Rapid Response, tonight 19 - Thursday 20 March, 8pm

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'The Darkness' Episode of The CW's REIGN
by - Mar 14, 2014


On the next episode of The CW's REIGN titled "The Darkness", the castle is abuzz with First Light, where the women of the castle mingle with potential suitors.

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'Dirty Laundry' Episode of The CW's REIGN
by - Mar 7, 2014


On the next episode of The CW's REIGN, titled"Dirty Laundry", Mary (Adelaide Kane) returns from her honeymoon and, suspicious of Lola's (Anna Popplewell) strange behavior,

Traverse Theatre Company to Present BLOODY TRAMS: A RAPID RESPONSE, 3/19 & 20
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 1, 2014


Traverse Theatre Company in association with Utter is delighted to announce a new addition to the Spring programme with a brand new piece of verbatim theatre, Bloody Trams: A Rapid Response

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'The Consummation' Episode of The CW's REIGN
by - Feb 28, 2014


On the next episode of The CW's REIGN entitled "The Consummation", with a forced marriage looming, Mary (Adelaide Kane) must consider both her heart and her nation when deciding whom she will wed

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'Royal Blood' Episode of The CW's REIGN
by - Feb 7, 2014


On the next episode of The CW's REIGN titled 'Royal Blood,' Mary helps Clarissa and the princes are missing. REIGN airs Thursdays, 9/8c on The CW.

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'Inquisition' Episode of The CW's REIGN
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 31, 2014


Below, get a sneak peek at the next episode of The CW's REIGN titled 'Inquisition', airing Thursdays, 9/8c on The CW.

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'Sacrifice' Episode of The CW's REIGN
by - Jan 24, 2014


On the next episode of The CW's REIGN titled "Sacrifice", an assassination attempt is made on Bash's life, and Catherine appears to be responsible for it.

Segal Centre to Present World Premiere of Peter Hinton's Adaptation of THE SEAGULL, 2/2-16
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 7, 2014


The Segal Centre for Performing Arts will present the world premiere of Peter Hinton's adaptation of The Seagull, starring Lucy Peacock and Diane D'Aquila. This comic and bittersweet re-imagining of Anton Chekhov's masterpiece plays in the Segal Theatre for a limited engagement from February 2nd to 16th, 2014. The Seagull is presented with the generous support of Delmar.

TVGN to Air Three Hit Series from The CW Network
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 2, 2014


The holidays may be over, but TVGN (TV Guide Network) invites viewers to indulge in binge-viewing three fan-favorite television series from The CW Network this month.

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'For King and Country' Episode of The CW's REIGN
by - Dec 13, 2013


Below, watch a promo for the next episode of The CW's REIGN titled "For King and Country". The all-new episode airs January 23, 2014 on The CW.

David Zinman and Richard Goode Return to the NY Phil Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Dec 5, 2013


David Zinman will return to the New York Philharmonic to lead Thomas Ades's Three Studies from Couperin, Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 18 with Richard Goode as soloist, and Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 3, Scottish, tonight, December 5, 2013, at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, December 6 at 8:00 p.m.; and Saturday, December 7 at 8:00 p.m.

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'Left Behind' Episode of The CW's REIGN
by - Dec 4, 2013


On the next episode of The CW's REIGN titled 'Left Behind,' Francis fights for the throne, leaving Mary and Catherine worried for his well-being. Watch a preview with Laurie McCarthy and Brad Silberlin.

Amy Brenneman to Guest as Mary, Queen of Scots' Mother The CW's REIGN
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 26, 2013


Catherine de Medici has met her match! Amy Brenneman ('Judging Amy,' 'Private Practice') will make a guest appearance on REIGN as the mother of Mary, Queen of Scots in an episode to air in Spring 2014.

SEXUAL LIFE OF SAVAGES, THREE MUSKETEERS and More Set for Walking Shadow's 2013-14 Season
by BWW News Desk - Nov 22, 2013


It's bigger than ever! Walking Shadow's 2013-2014 season features four exciting productions, with a mix of thought-provoking comedy, romance, and epic adventure. Season tickets are available now, and include its presentation at the Guthrie Theater.

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'Chosen' Episode of The CW's REIGN
by - Nov 15, 2013


On the next episode of The CW's REIGN titled "Chosen, Francis observes the growing bond between Mary and Bash, so he reaches out to Olivia.

Greg Freeman's DOGSTAR Premieres at the Tabard Theatre, Now thru 12/30
by BWW News Desk - Nov 12, 2013


After the Timeout Critics choice successes of Doig - The Musical, Beak Street and No Picnic at the Tabard Theatre we are proud to present Greg Freeman's latest play DOGSTAR, an outlandish comedy, which delves into mankind's obsession with ownership. The show will run tonight, 12 Nov - 30 Nov 2013.

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'Heart' Episode of The CW's REIGN
by - Nov 1, 2013


Below, get a sneak peek at the next episode of REIGN titled 'Heart,' airing Thursday, November 7 at 8/7c on The CW.

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