Josephine Barstow

9 pieces since 2011 — in 7 roles, at 2 companies, most often at National Theatre.

9 pieces
7 roles
2 companies
16 years

1 piece as Amelia — stats above show all coverage for Josephine Barstow.

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Splendidissima!

A 1989 production of Verdi’s Un ballo in maschera should have been another jewel in Herbert von Karajan’s already quite impressive crown.  A stellar cast, an impeccable orchestra, an enormous period set –the grand opera of Salzburg under his regime.  He had recently finished a studio recording with the cast, and was preparing them for […]

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