Quote of the Day (Richard Morrison, on Staging Classical Music and Opera in Unusual Venues)

“Sad to say, many people are still put off by the rigmarole and ritual of classical concert venues and particularly by opera houses. For a hundred reasons, ranging from dress code and ticket prices to clapping etiquette and audience social mix, they feel out of place. So, a venue where everyone feels ‘out of place’—in a good way, because it’s never been a classical venue before—can be a good leveler.”—English music critic and cultural writer Richard Morrison, “Opinion: Can Classical Concerts in Unlikely Settings Attract New Audiences?”, BBC Music Magazine, June 2023