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Review of ‘Evelyn Glennie and the Fantasia Orchestra’ (BBC Proms, 2026): “Eclectic rendition doesn’t miss a beat, but it doesn’t sing either”
They could have done better. Not that much in terms of execution- although that wasn’t exceptional either -but regarding their choice of repertoire, which was eclectic but hardly electric. Not everything can be great, that’s true. But all my previous interactions with the Fantasia Orchestra have got close enough. Not this time, however. And although…
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Melissa Errico talks upcoming London concert: “I hope I’ll never be done growing and changing with Michel Legrand”
Following her performances at Crazy Coqs and the Cadogan Hall, the Broadway actress returns to London’s cabaret scene with a debut concert at Ronnie Scott’s, which will honour the oeuvre of the renowned composer and long-time collaborator, Michel Legrand. Guillermo Nazara chats with the artist to learn more about this unique event and why every…
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Conductor Tom Fetherstonhaugh talks Fantasia Orchestra: “We are offering a new voice in the classical music landscape”
Considered one of the country’s most distinctive formations in its field, the orchestra continues to hit more milestones, currently celebrating its tenth anniversary with an exhilarating summer season that also marks its return to the BBC Proms. Guillermo Nazara chats with the man behind its creation to learn more about its astounding growth, upcoming projects,…
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Review of ‘MILES’ (2026, Southwark Playhouse): “Offbeat biopic needs to find a better pitch”
The venue presents a new two-hander piece portraying the life of one of the biggest jazz icons of all time. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show to let us know if the experience left him kind of blue. He was a legend. And, like every legend, he has been turned into a product…
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Review of ‘The Black Saint and The Sinner Lady’: “Don’t bother taking a seat”
Clod Ensemble & Nu Civilisation Orchestra bring back the charm of old jazz standards through this immersive montage taking audiences as the very core of their performance. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if this big-banded jaunt is deserving of some song and dance. Dancing through life, skimming the…
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Paul Jenkins & Dollie Henry MBE talk upcoming show ‘Jazz Conversations’: “We have a long way to go to show Jazz is worthy”
Founders of the long-standing BOP Jazz company return to the London stage with their latest showcase, digging into the genre’s roots through original music and choreography, while also introducing new emerging talent. Guillermo Nazara chats with the creative duo, to learn all the facts about this ambitious artistic venture serving as the zenith of a…
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Review of ‘Hadestown’: “Hellish heaven on earth”
Anais Mitchell’s cult musical celebrates its West End premiere upon its return to the place where it took its final steps. Guillermo Nazara shares his views on the show, to let us know if this godly love story is however dealt a mortal blow. What is love but a constant struggle? It’s funny how the…
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Review of Jazz Arts Rewired: “Passion on a passion”
The BOP Jazz Theatre Company presented this one-night-only event exploring the possibilities of dance and music through the merging of tradition and contemporary. Guillermo Nazara shares his thoughts on the festival, to gives all the details about production introducing some of the mos promising new talent in the genre. “What is jazz?”, a simple question…
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‘Hadestown’ confirmed for London’s Lyric Theatre next year
The musical will be making its West End debut in February next year, with its cast to be announced in due time. Mixing contemporary folk and New Orleans-style jazz, the show is a modernized version of Orpheus and Euridice’s mythological love story. The world we dream about, and the world we live in now. They…
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Review of ‘Let’s Fall In Love’: “We need more theatre”
Acclaimed American singer and songwriter Ann Hampton Callaway reunites with her London audience for only four exclusive concerts at the heart of Chelsea and Soho. Guillermo Názara reviews the very first of these unique performances, to let us know about the show going through the passions and achievements of one the most prominent jazz composers…
