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Episode 21: Insights on Verdi’s Macbeth With Anthony Negus, Sam Young & Jamie Ballard Compered by Hannah Griffiths
Thursday, 12 February, 2026
Discover the fascinating story and creative journey behindVerdi’s first adaptation of a Shakespeare work. Compered by Hannah Griffiths from Opera Europa, this episode offers an illuminating discussion on this masterpiece of Italian opera. Featuring a curated selection of musical performances from Longborough Festival Opera’s forthcoming 2026 production of Macbeth, performed at this event by Sam Young and accompanied by Longborough’s Music Director, Anthony Negus.Listeners can also enjoy a special theatrical performance byacclaimed RSC actor Jamie Ballard.Introduced by LFO's Artistic Director, Polly Graham and Executive Director, Emily Gottlieb, this event was recorded in front of a live audience in the home of Shakespeare, Stratford-upon-Avon.Find out more about becoming a member of LongboroughFestival Opera and joining the audience for future events like this one.










