What is "operaupclose"

OperaUpClose is a touring opera company, based in London and led by Artistic Director Robin Norton-Hale. The company was founded in 2009 to produce its début production, Robin Norton-Hale's Olivier Award winning, modern adaptation of Puccini's La bohème at The Cock Tavern Theatre.

OperaUpClose produce new English language versions of the standard repertoire and World Premieres of new operas. Of the standard works, La bohème stands out as having been particularly successful in runs for extended periods and has transferred to a West End location.

OperaUpClose was resident at The King's Head Theatre in Islington from September 2009 to January 2015 and from that date "the company will work in a variety of larger venues in London, including Kings Place, Soho Theatre and Tricycle Theatre, and further develop its touring output across the UK." The company is an Associate Company of Soho Theatre and it tours within the UK and internationally. OperaUpClose has produced at least four operas a year, all in new English versions.