Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time A 91-year-old great-grandmother has chased a thief from her home – recovering her handbag but losing precious jewellery – as Queensland police faced pressure to stop crime in suburban neighbourhoods was taking out her bins at her Holland Park West home on Wednesday when she spotted an intruder in the kitchen The man had entered by cutting through a bedroom screen door “So I went after him and I grabbed my handbag and I ran after him over on the patio … I should have tossed the flowerpot on top of him revealing she has called the thief a “dirty bastard” the intruder left with her engagement and anniversary rings and a watch given to her by her late husband The Holland Park West woman said she had lived in her home for 65 years and had daily phone calls and check-ins from her neighbours The incident happened in a week when community concern about crime in Rochedale South – several suburbs to the south – drew the attention of the state government prompting police to redirect resources to the area Queensland Police Commissioner Steve Gollschewski told the ABC on Friday that property crime in Brisbane’s south was decreasing Queensland Police Commissioner Steve Gollschewski said police resources had been redirected to Brisbane’s south.Credit: William Davis there has been a spate of linked break-ins and armed robberies in southern Brisbane and Logan suburbs – including Carindale Rochedale South residents have formed a 3000-strong neighbourhood watch group on Facebook group founder Damion Douglass said crime in Rochedale South was “unpredictable” Police Minister Dan Purdie told residents not to take matters into their own hands and that harsher crime laws would make a difference over time “I think it’s disappointing when innocent members of the community who have got their own jobs and their own families feel like they have to give up their time to patrol their own street,” Purdie said Gollschewski commended the Rochedale community for being prepared but warned that police did not want “vigilantism” looking at crime prevention is a very good thing,” he said “We want to make sure that if it’s a dangerous situation Douglass said on Thursday the Rochedale community watch group was not a vigilante group Start the day with a summary of the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up for our Morning Edition newsletter A 91-year-old great-grandmother has chased a thief from her home \\u2013 recovering her handbag but losing precious jewellery \\u2013 as Queensland police faced pressure to stop crime in suburban neighbourhoods \\u201CSo I went after him and I grabbed my handbag and I ran after him over on the patio \\u2026 I should have tossed the flowerpot on top of him \\u201CI yelled out at him,\\u201D she said revealing she has called the thief a \\u201Cdirty bastard\\u201D but it\\u2019s not the same,\\u201D she said she said: \\u201CGo and get yourself a job.\\u201D The incident happened in a week when community concern about crime in Rochedale South \\u2013 several suburbs to the south \\u2013 drew the attention of the state government Queensland Police Commissioner Steve Gollschewski told the ABC on Friday that property crime in Brisbane\\u2019s south was decreasing there has been a spate of linked break-ins and armed robberies in southern Brisbane and Logan suburbs \\u2013 including Carindale group founder Damion Douglass said crime in Rochedale South was \\u201Cunpredictable\\u201D \\u201CI think it\\u2019s disappointing when innocent members of the community who have got their own jobs and their own families feel like they have to give up their time to patrol their own street,\\u201D Purdie said but warned that police did not want \\u201Cvigilantism\\u201D looking at crime prevention is a very good thing,\\u201D he said \\u201CWe want to make sure that if it\\u2019s a dangerous situation we don\\u2019t want to see anyone get hurt.\\u201D \\u201CWe\\u2019re certainly not anti-police Start the day with a summary of the day\\u2019s most important and interesting stories Where to Find Australia’s Best Inner-City Bakeries By Katya Wachtel By Katya Wachtel By Matheus If anyone knows neighbourhood bars, it’s the team behind beloved Brisbane watering holes The Woods and The Oxford Tap House Community is at the heart of all their venues – they want to know your name and hop of choice Like The Woods and The Ox, Clover spotlights craft beer, with six taps dedicated to small-scale breweries. Some are permanent fixtures, while others rotate. You might find interstate producers like Common People (NSW) and Kaiju (VIC) alongside Newstead’s Range Brewing and there’s mulled wine in the cooler months Snacks might include teriyaki-glazed tiger prawns fried zucchini flowers and truffled mushroom arancini it’s a homey space – one that makes you want to stick around Website: cloverbar.com.au We do not seek or accept payment from the cafes bars and shops listed in the Directory – inclusion is at our discretion Venue profiles are written by independent freelancers paid by Broadsheet Where Chefs Eat: Supernormal’s Jason Barratt Has Found a Top-Tier Peking Duck Spot Fill Up Before You Fly: Where To Eat and Drink in Brisbane Airport From Cuddly Koalas to Karaoke: Student-Friendly Hangouts in Brisbane is one of string by Americans in the capital The former boss of Google, Eric Schmidt has bought a Holland Park mansion for nearly £42m in the latest in a string of big transactions in London’s prime real estate market Schmidt, who was the chief executive of Google from 2001 to 2011, bought the double-fronted stuccoed mansion in west London The Grade II-listed building also comes with mews houses at the back and was last bought in 2022 for £36.2m, according to official records at the Land Registry. Its sale is the latest in a series of high-profile deals in London’s prime real estate market, after the recent £139m sale of a 40-bedroom mansion inside Regent’s Park who with his wife owns a string of properties He is one of many wealthy Americans investing in top-end London property Americans overtook Chinese buyers in the capital according to research by the real estate agent Knight Frank While there have recently been a few large deals at the most expensive end of the market in London, activity overall has been slowing. Last year, the number of London homes selling for more than £5m stood at 443, a drop of 16% against the 525 recorded in 2023, according to research by the estate agent Savills. However, it still stands well above pre-pandemic levels of 308 in 2019. Overall price growth in the capital has been relatively low. London recorded the lowest annual price growth across the UK in February, according to Nationwide building society, at 1.9%, compared with a national rate of 3.9%. That was led by 13.5% in Northern Ireland, the highest in the region since 2021. Scotland posted a 3.9% rise, with Wales at 3.6%. However, London remained the most expensive place to buy a home, at an average price of £529,369, Nationwide said. Free daily newsletterGet set for the working day – we'll point you to all the business news and analysis you need every morning A spokesperson for Schmidt said: “Eric invests in high-end real estate properties around the world.” the team behind some of Brisbane’s best beer-centric bars turned on the taps at its brand-new neighbourhood suds slinger Taking over the former Suburban Social space on Holland Road Clover is looking to settle in as a new go-to spot for pints of creamy Guinness and crisp craft beers Before you assume that Clover is a hastily calculated product of impulse it’s necessary to understand that when it comes to running successful watering holes The hospitality veterans operate The Oxford Tap House in Bulimba and The Woods in Mitchelton both beloved and long-running suburban boozers the duo also helped fan the flames of Brisbane’s early craft-beer obsession with fondly remembered Fortitude Valley bar The Mill on Constance All this is to say that if there’s one crew that you can trust to deliver an approachable haunt with strong local appeal “We saw this site and thought it could have a tap house vibe – a little neighbourhood bar that’s within walking distance which is definitely more the groove these days,” Gill tells us “We thought that if we could do something like [The Oxford Tap House] here Though the Suburban Social space was already a convenient plug-and-play fit in terms of amenities the Clover team has still spent a bit of time and effort giving the space a cosmetic touch-up brightness and character in order to make the joint feel like an approachable all-day venue A fresh colour palette comprised of muted orange and green hues contrasts with the sturdy timber bar and leather banquettes of the street-front dining space and a range of hand-picked decorative pieces enhance the venue’s pub-like qualities Loads of natural light also pours through the windows and skylights a far cry from the moodier aesthetic of Clover’s siblings “The Mill was a dark building and when we moved out we craved it – so we went quite dark on the inside of The Woods,” recalls Gill but we wanted [Clover] to feel nice and warm during the day Where The Woods and The Oxford Tap House boast a rep for ever-changing respective beer offerings Gerard and venue manager Aaron O’Sullivan (a trusted and longstanding member of the crew that is now running point on Clover’s day-to-day operations) have elected to temper this ephemeral approach somewhat adding a few evergreen fixtures into the mix “At The Mill that [rotating tap list] was great – that was its thing,” says Gill “People can be a little bit nervous if they come in and don’t recognise the beers ‘Taste these ones – you’ll always be able to get this’.” four showcase rotating brews while the others are dedicated to mainstays like Guinness Young Henrys Natural Lager and Philter’s XPA a Moscow Mule and two wines (a one-page wine list is also available) The classic Clover Club is a house signature boasting an ambrosial mix of Noosa strawberry gin Clover’s tight food menu walks a line between familiar fare and creative morsels Classic favourites like chicken schnitzels rib fillets and fried-chicken burgers are available alongside an evolving selection of specials and out-of-the-box snacks – think teriyaki-glazed split tiger prawns fried zucchini flowers with vegan dill mayo and Szechuan calamari with nam jim dipping sauce “A lesson learned from like The Woods is that it’s better for the menu to be short and rotated,” says Gill “Clover has those two or three mains that you always have You can come and get a steak and you can come and get a fish but we’ll also have a curry and a pad Thai and something that just sort of rotates around so that next time there is something different to try.” Though it’s only a little over a week into its life Clover already has the makings of a cherished community meeting point Slickly stylish enough to work as a date-night dinner destination but also casual and charming enough to suit easygoing afternoon catch-ups Clover is as versatile as it is convenient “We’re trying to make it comfortable on either end,” says Gill “You can come in and be a little bit fancier and have a cocktail or you can have a schnitty and a Guinness and sit in the back and have a yatter.”  Clover Neighbourhood Bar is now open to the public. Head to the The Directory for operating hours and menu details. InDaily Queensland acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work and live, the Turrbal, Yuggera, Yugambeh and Kombumerri people, and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. Terms and Conditions. About InDaily recycling and green waste recycling services green waste and recycling items are collected at different times of the week Search for your address to find the bin collection date in your area Council will fix or replace it for free. Learn more about how to request a bin repair or replacement Council will fix or replace it for free. 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change lids If you haven’t had your lid changed by 1 July 2025, submit an online request or phone Council on 07 3403 8888 If you haven’t had your lid changed by 1 July 2025, submit an online request or phone Council on 07 3403 8888 emerging from a 12-month renovation as a bold strait-laced lines and the faded charm that was screaming for a glow up Now, 14 Carnelian Street, Holland Park, is a four-bedroom bathed in natural light thanks to daring curves and skylights – a dramatic reinvention that’s set to go under the hammer later this month in what could be a landmark sale for one of Brisbane’s fastest-growing suburbs The transformation was masterminded by a local builder with an eye for bold design He overhauled the home with soaring ceilings A sprawling kitchen with professional-grade ovens and European oak floors laid in a herringbone pattern anchor the design leaving not a trace of the old cottage’s yellow walls Selling agent Patrick Ivey of Harcourts who has seen his fair share of Brisbane’s top renovations “The builder has been in business for 25 years so it’s not his first rodeo … but with this home he really went against grain,” Ivey says “It’s not your traditional Hamptons look or cookie-cutter reno It’s still got that Queenslander character but these owners were willing to put their personality into it ‘Next-level’ Queenslander reno obsession: The $60k homes now worth millions Million-dollar line in sight as Brisbane house prices hit record houses in these Brisbane suburbs could cost $8 million “And the big x-factor is that they managed to raise it above ceiling height to get as much light in there as possible Bringing the bold design to life wasn’t without its challenges Incorporating those eye-catching curved walls and raising the height required serious technical skills Ivey says it was an incredible feat rarely seen in the suburb or even across the city The costly and game-changing renovation arrives amid soaring property price growth in Holland Park, which now boasts a median house price of $1.385 million following a colossal hike of 26.8 percent over the past year, according to the latest Domain House Price Report. .css-cpa16r{margin-left:12px;-webkit-transform:rotate(180deg) translateY(1px);-ms-transform:rotate(180deg) translateY(1px);transform:rotate(180deg) translateY(1px);}The suburb has also seen a number of high-end sales recently, with three properties fetching more than $3 million since January, including a five-bedroom estate on Abbotsleigh Street that sold for a cool $5 million in October. “The market is humming for renovated homes here, and the demand for townhouses and apartments is firing,” Ivey says. “People love the area, especially what we call the ‘jewel box’ streets such as Sapphire, Topaz and Carnelian.” Since listing 14 Carnelian Street a couple weeks ago, Ivey says more than 40 groups have come through the doors, with many drawn to the home’s sense of space, light, and unique features. “One standout is the stone island bench – it’s the biggest on the market and stretches the full length of the kitchen,” Ivey says. “And the entertainer’s kitchen alone is a feature.” The kitchen boasts two Smeg wall ovens, Pitt in-bench gas burners, and a catering fridge, as well as an enormous walk-in pantry. Other features of the home include a 5×7-metre magnesium pool, an off-form concrete barbecue and seating, a covered al fresco area and a private media room. Upstairs, a sprawling main-bedroom suite that’s as much a sanctuary as it is a bedroom includes a gargantuan walk-in wardrobe, marble mosaic floors and a free-standing bath with fluted timber cabinetry. The formerly forgettable Holland Park postwar home has thrown caution, straight lines and cookie-cutter hues to the wind, leading to an auction that’s bound to be a cracker on November 23. 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Click here to get back to where you came from Blueprint Events and Live Nation Canada announce the return of one of western Canada’s largest music festivals Following the massive success of last year’s sold-out weekend FVDED is once again returning to Surrey’s Holland Park this year’s festival promises an unparalleled celebration of electronic music with a world-class roster of artists The festival continues to grow as the artist offerings increase to 60 slots plus the addition of a fourth brand new stage The 2025 edition will include signature performances from massive global acts including Tiësto and Zedd Joining them are some of the biggest names across House As a cultural reference for top tier festival experiences and a staple in Canada’s electronic scene the FVDED community will once again be treated to the dance party of the summer GA+ and VIP tickets will go on sale beginning February 12 at 11 AM PST We have just wrapped up our annual Summer Performances at Opera Holland Park performing a selection of new choreographies and classical works These performances were a resounding success marking the debuts of some and the final bows of others We had the pleasure of speaking with a few of our students to gain insight into their journey leading up to these performances and to hear about their experiences on stage What has your summer performance experience been like so far this year George (Year 7): It’s been amazing going on stage with everyone I’m excited to perform in front of an audience because I’ve only been doing this for a few months Doing classical ballet on stage is going to be amazing Sasha (Year 11): This year has been incredible so far and the opportunities at places like the Linbury Theatre at the Royal Opera House are a fun experience Performing incredible works from great choreographers has been a privilege How does it feel to be performing in your first summer performance with The Royal Ballet School Alba (Year 7): Absolutely incredible; it’s a dream come true I never thought I’d be here when I started baby ballet It’s special being on stage after such a journey my mum took me to see the Summer Performances at Opera Holland Park I remember looking up at the students and thinking imagine if that was me one day.’ Now we’re about to go and perform.  What’s your favourite part about being at Opera Holland Park Anna (Year 9): My favourite part is being on stage and performing lots of different pieces It’s inspiring to see what the older years do and where we aim to get to we have many opportunities to work with different choreographers One piece we worked on involved creating our own movements and then merging them into a section with a choreographer It was interesting to see the choreographic process unfold Ruben (Year 11): Opera Holland Park is special because it brings the whole Royal Ballet School together in a small space Working closely with students from White Lodge and Upper School is exhilarating Do you have a favourite piece you’re performing in Ryleigh (Year 7): We’re doing a new character piece this year which is exciting because it’s something new for the audience It allows us to project our voices and really use the space in our character piece Emiliano (Year 11): My favourite piece is Fieldwork because it challenges us to do things we wouldn’t normally do in a ballet class It lets us put our own personality into the dance while maintaining clarity of movement Sasha (Year 11): TooT by Didy Veldman is my favourite Dancing a piece by such a renowned choreographer was an honour It allowed us to explore our individuality within Ms Veldman’s vision I feel this contemporary work is unique and something different from what you would typically expect from a Royal Ballet School performance What has it been like working in the studios with the choreographers/teachers on the pieces Cameron (Year 7): It’s inspiring to work with teachers who were ex-professionals with companies Learning their techniques for learning repertoire or performance pieces is really motivating Chiara (Year 11): It was challenging because you have to be in the moment finding your own style and way of performing a specific movement Whether it’s being in the studios preparing or being on stage Matilda (Year 7): Working with different people is exciting It’s great to meet new choreographers and see their visions for pieces Adapting to different choreographers helps with creating versatility Hudson (Year 7): It’s cool to see our training build up in layers Seeing older students perform is inspiring—it shows us what we can achieve as we progress Cameron (Year 7): The excitement that you get in the build-up to the performance and the anticipation when you’re in the wings it’s unreal and I’ve never felt anything like it Kinoshita Group are Centenary Corporate Partner of The Royal Ballet School. 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By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy You can manage saved articles in your account our Summer Performances repertoire includes a selection of student works originating from the Ninette de Valois Choreographic Programme The programme gives students at different stages in the School an opportunity to create and stage their own pieces We sat down with three of our student choreographers Joe Parker and Soren Chisholm to learn more about their pieces and experience as student choreographers created Our Special Waltz for this year’s Frederick Ashton Emerging Choreographer performance Tristan Ian: My piece reminds us that sometimes we take things for granted I haven’t experienced it too intensely It’s a touching topic that many can relate to and I wanted to translate it into movement What inspired this piece’s beginnings Tristan Ian: The music was a big inspiration I chose it because it had a nostalgic feel I remember seeing a piece choreographed to it when I was younger What has it been like having it performed at Opera Holland Park I never thought I would get chosen to perform it here I considered pulling out because I got injured and had no one to cover the piece and I’m grateful that people enjoy it and find it touching What has been the best part of seeing it on stage versus in rehearsals it’s harder because the atmosphere is different I usually can’t see it from the outside so I rely on others to film it and give me feedback Do you think you will continue choreographing in the future If you had asked me before this was picked I might have said no because it was stressful I initially did it to honour my eldest sister who choreographed a piece when we were in school together I really enjoyed the experience and would continue in the future What advice do you have for other students who want to get into choreography Tristan Ian: Finding inspiration is crucial as your first building block Don’t feel pressured to make something drastically different Something familiar that hasn’t been shown in dance can be very touching for our Frederick Ashton Emerging Choreographer this past year Joe: My piece is called Who Knows the Dark It explores feelings of being lost in a situation that you have no control over It was originally choreographed for the Frederick Ashton Emerging Choreographer We worked on it from the beginning of September until the performances in May Joe: I was very much inspired by the music I also wanted to do a more contemporary piece but still incorporate pointe work and see how I could combine the two styles What has it been like having your choreography featured at Opera Holland Park and the Royal Opera House Joe: It’s been nice to see how it’s developed and having it performed in front of an audience All the hard work we’ve all put into it but the theatre lights in the Linbury did exactly what I wanted them to do It had the right effect with all the side lights not grounding the dance in a specific area What has been the best part of seeing your choreography on stage Joe: Seeing everything with the lights and the costumes all together hearing the audience’s reactions and having that feedback at the end of the piece which has been nice because I created it in the style that I enjoy moving in I’m trying to pass that on to the dancers Being able to perform it is really fulfilling because I get to do the things that I created for an audience Do you think you will continue choreographing I’ve been choreographing and trying to make pieces all throughout White Lodge my works were performed in the Kenneth MacMillan Emerging Choreographer performances and I got the Kenneth MacMillan Choreographic Award in Year 10 nothing could be performed apart from the showcase It was nice to create another piece last year What advice would you give to any fellow students who want to get into choreography Joe: Come into the room with lots of ideas Be open to creating on the spot and listening to your dancers and feedback from others allow yourself to change your idea or what you were planning to do You can always come back to it and change it later created Symbiosis for the Kenneth MacMillan Emerging Choreographer performance Soren: My piece is a portrayal of the relationship between the musician and the dancer the journey that they go on together as they create a piece It’s split into three sections: the first section is very peaceful and thoughtful and then the second piece there’s a bit more turmoil and the third piece is a resolution of that What has it been like having your choreography featured at Opera Holland Park Soren: It was a bit of a shock to start off with it’s quite difficult to fill such a big open stage but seeing it for the first time on the big stage was incredible and the dancers really stepped up to the task Soren: I think the jeopardy of it being on stage It’s just nice to see how the dynamics change between that and how it brings out the extremities of the movement and this year has been an incredible learning curve I’ve learned so much and working with the dancers The biggest thing is you have to have an idea If you’re really passionate about the idea as long as you always have passion and stay focused on that goal then it becomes just a dance—just movement then it becomes choreography and a piece—a piece of art [email protected] Sign In Subscribe Now A man was located by paramedics suffering from multiple stab wounds at Surrey's Holland Park Thursday morning BC Emergency Health Services located a man with multiple stab wounds and what police describe as serious head injuries at the popular Surrey park located at 13428 Old Yale Rd the man was transported by BCEHS to hospital Investigators are seeking witnesses of the stabbing to come forward Anyone with information or video or who witnessed the crime is being asked to contact Surrey Police at 604-599-0502 and quote file 2025-32486 Crime Stoppers can be reached at 1-800-222-8477 or www.solvecrime.ca Sign up for a free account today and start receiving our exclusive newsletters Dialogue and debate are integral to a free society and we welcome and encourage you to share your views on the issues of the day. We ask that you be respectful of others and their points of view, refrain from personal attacks and stay on topic. To learn about our commenting policies and how our community-based moderation works, please read our Community Guidelines Mourners gathered at Surrey's Holland Park on Wednesday (April 30) to honour the victims of the Lapu-Lapu Day Festival.  The organizations Anakbayan BC & Surrey Canada-Philippines Solidarity for Human Rights and Gabriela BC helped organize the vigil at Holland Park (13428 Old Yale Road) from 6-9 p.m.  In a statement sent to the Surrey Now-Leader by Anakbayan Surrey, the group thanked those who attended and stated that the vigil will remain in place at the fountain in Holland Park until May 5, allowing those who wish to "pay their respects or lay more flowers" to do so. Those who would like to help maintain the vigil until then can email anakbayanbcsurrey@gmail.com.  "The Surrey community collectively grieved the unnecessary loss of lives and the injuries of friends and family from our very own neighbourhood and high schools we saw many people forge new bonds and reconnect with familiar faces,"  the statement reads.  one non-binary person and a five-year-old girl – and at least two dozen more were injured ranging in age from 22 months old to 60 years old when a person drove an SUV through the crowd at the Vancouver festival on Saturday was charged with eight counts of second-degree murder on Sunday (April 27) He was arrested at the scene and remains in custody.  Anakbayan Surrey is also calling for accountability from the Vancouver Police Department and the City of Vancouver to ensure this never happens again "We call for corrective action and a thorough investigation for affected families to grieve and have adequate closure."  It is calling for "accountability and inclusive safety at public events and continued support for social services and community."  are calling on the Vancouver Police Department (VPD) and City of Vancouver to take immediate corrective action and uphold their duty to ensure the safety and security of all communities during public events—without exception or oversight," reads the statement.  "This is not just a matter of enforcement — it is a matter of trust and protected — regardless of their background Our call in the end is not for more policing but for increased support for community-led initiatives and prevention of crimes through adequate social services."  Anakbayan Surrey is calling for "Accountability and Inclusive Safety at Public Events & Continued Support for Social Services and Community" pic.twitter.com/QVhyMtSFUN Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim said the City of Vancouver and the Vancouver Police Department have launched an internal review regarding "the events surrounding Lapu Lapu Day. This review is being done in collaboration with the City's safety partners and includes permitting "as well as identifying additional steps for future events." Sim said at a news conference Wednesday (May 1) that a preliminary report and updates for future festivals will be announced in the next two weeks.  Tania Visintin provided the latest daily update Wednesday on the investigation and the on the identities of the victims is evolving and police have learned new information about the 11 homicide victims Premier David Eby announced Tuesday the province would be launching an independent safety commission aimed at ensuring safety at future public events Eby said there is a group of people looking for answers advice and information for anyone planning a public event this summer.  He also said, following the conclusion of any criminal or court proceedings, that there will more than likely be a public inquiry into the incident Lapu Lapu Day is an annual celebration by the Filipino community to honour Indigenous resistance fighter Datu Lapu-Lapu who defeated Spanish forces led by Ferdinand Magellan in the 16th century Our Lady of Good Counsel Church in Surrey held a similar vigil on April 27.  For those who wish to donate, GoFundMe created a hub of verified fundraisers, which includes one started in Surrey for the family of Rizza, one of the reported individuals killed on April 26 May 2 the provincial day of remembrance and mourning for the victims of the Lapu Lapu Day festival attack.  -With files from Sobia Moman & Lauren Collins This is probably not the page you’re looking for St John the Baptist in Holland Park hosted its first ‘Carols with Pets’ service last night The congregation and their animal companions were joined by the church’s choir of professional singers The service marked a special opportunity for all attending pets Traditional carols and festive readings were followed by seasonal refreshments for both the congregation and their animal friends The ‘Carols with Pets’ service followed a successful Pet Blessing Service hosted by St John the Baptist in October to mark the Feast of St Francis which takes place annually and brings together hundreds of pets from across the area The Carol service was attended by the Bishop of Kensington  “Last night the spirit of Christmas was well and truly alive as we were joined by a congregation of pets for an evening of festive caroling we were reminded of God’s love for all of his creation Associate Vicar of the United Benefice of Holland Park “Our special ‘Carols with Pets’ service now marks a wonderful moment in our annual calendar bringing together members from across our local community and their four-legged friends for an evening of festivity.” ©2024 Diocese Of London | Manage Consent | Website SURREY Police Service (SPS) is investigating an assault in Holland Park on Saturday evening that sent one man to hospital for treatment of minor injuries Surrey Police Service frontline officers responded after a victim of an assault in Holland Park made his way to a nearby business in the 9900-block King George Boulevard Officers arrived and determined that the victim was assaulted with a weapon and administered medical treatment with BCEHS paramedics The victim was transported to hospital by BCEHS and treated for minor injuries SPS’s Frontline Investigation Support Team also responded and is leading the investigation At this early stage no arrest has been made and there is no suspect description available If you witnessed the assault or have any information you are requested to call Surrey Police Service at 604-599-0502 and quote file 2025-16950 (SP) © Newspaper WordPress Theme by TagDiv Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon We help you navigate a myriad of possibilities Sign up for our newsletter for the best of the city By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news Sign up for our email to enjoy London without spending a thing (as well as some options when you’re feeling flush) By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. London Have you ever cycled around Holland Park roundabout But good news — to make it less perilous for cyclists Transport for London has announced plans to install cycle lanes at the super busy spot which happens to be one of the most dangerous junctions in London should get a shiny new cycle lane by summer 2025 but first it has to go through multiple rounds of public consultations.  In a consultation that concluded in March 2024 particularly from people who thought it would make walking and cycling more appealing in the area There were also a significant number of opponents with 2,720 people signing a petition created by former Tory MP for Kensington Felicity Buchan. Buchan was up in arms because she worried that making the roundabout safer for cyclists would lead to a cycle lane along Holland Park Avenue and that making it safer for cyclists was essential. It said: ‘Having reviewed the responses to the consultation and taking into account the safety case for the proposals we have concluded that we will progress the scheme as we originally proposed.’ Will Norman, London’s walking and cycling commissioner, said there was ‘absolutely no truth’ in the suggestion that TfL wanted to cut down trees in Holland Park Avenue. ‘There are no plans to cut down trees,’ he told the Standard For now TfL is going ahead with the scheme with further surveys due to take place this autumn.  better safety for cyclists and pedestrians can only be a good thing It means more people will be travelling via green transport and there would be fewer injuries or deaths Praise the lord: Sloane Square is getting wider pavements Get the latest and greatest from the Big Smoke – from news and reviews to events and trends. 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Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! tiktokfacebooktwitteryoutubeAbout us Contact us Holland Park is so much more than its stand-out park so here's our all-encompassing guide to the beloved London neighbourhood the Holland Park Opera House is a must-visit during the warmer months Enjoy fabulous productions by this renowned urban opera company enveloped by the stunning gardens of the park itself with productions popping up all over London and local venues throughout the year Every inch of the house is brimming with symbolism and meaning including an astrology-themed staircase and quirky detailing the home is only open on select days so it’s best to always check and book before you arrive So there we have it –whether you’re unwinding in the park or looking for a local pub Holland Park offers the perfect mix of fun things to do for a fantastic day out Keep this round-up in mind for the next time you’re in the area; speaking of A development application has been lodged 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We reference all our information at the end of the articles and promote the creators with website back links Contact us: mail@yourneighbourhood.com.au They are not afraid to perform operas outside the usual repertoire Two years ago they performed Puccini’s short first opera Le Villi as part of a double bill This was before Manon Lescaut in early 1893 for which he had a new team of librettists Puccini was still working with Ferdinando Fontana whose text was based on the verse play La Coupe et les lèvres (“The Cup and the lips” — an allusion to what can go wrong before it goes right) by the French dramatist Alfred de Musset It is a story of chivalry disgraced and redeemed indulging himself with Venus while pining for Elisabeth Edgar is torn between the sensual love of Tigrana and the faithful love of Fidelia he realises that it is only Fidelia who understands his real nature but at the end when bribed with jewels by Edgar’s rival Frank and the Curate she confirms the lie that Edgar had betrayed his country for financial gain By this time Edgar appears to have fallen in battle but all is not as it seems and the Curate in particular is shown to be a base liar The original version of this opera had four acts and was only tepidly received and continued revising it until the great success of his later operas convinced him to give it up He could not rescue the opera from its libretto and in 1905 referred to it as “warmed-up soup” and Puccini learned a valuable lesson: if the libretto fails to inspire you then you can waste months or even years of valuable time turning it into an opera Thereafter he worked closely with his librettists but this opera was a vital stepping stone between Le villi and the fully-fledged lyricism of Manon Lescaut Anne Sophie Duprels a gentle and beautifully sung Fidelia and Julien Van Mellaerts exhibited effortless lyricism as Frank was given robust authority by Gweneth Ann Rand enabling us to see the dichotomy between sacred and profane love that must have inspired the 30-year old Puccini Musically this worked very well under the baton of Naomi Woo with stage direction by Ruth Knight and excellent lighting by Mark Jonathan What's this for? 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Read our privacy notice Belgravia is a zone 1 enclave choc-full of contradictions One of the most expensive residential pockets in the country its highly desirable garden squares are lined with stately stucco townhouses that were once home to Margaret Thatcher (Chester Square) and Vivien Leigh (Eaton Square) Grade II-listed childhood home of the Delevingne sisters will set you back £21m and it’s all embassies and blacked-out Bentleys But the area is served by the less elegant Victoria Station and the ghastly coach station where tourists seem unable to walk in a straight line with their wheely suitcases upmarket boutiques are eclipsed by day-trippers queuing for Peggy Porschen cupcakes and posing with sprigs of eucalyptus outside boujee deli Bayley & Sage — all for the ’gram Persevere to the bottom of Ebury Street and you are greeted with one of Europe’s most celebrated design districts: Pimlico Road Sibyl Colefax & John Fowler and Howe for fabrics lighting and art studio founded by Christopher and Nicola Cox Flanked by Pimlico “proper” to the south and prim-and-proper Chelsea to the west “you would not think you were in the middle of London it’s like being in a village in Wiltshire or the Cotswolds,” says Milly Allender showroom manager at Plain English kitchens The road and charming backstreets have been a destination for offbeat yet quality antiques since the 1960s whose legacy lives on with a fabric shop at 16 Holbein Place counted Catherine Deneuve and Jean Shrimpton as clients just a few doors up from where Mozart resided cookery writer Elizabeth David’s kitchenware shop was once the only place in the capital to purchase Le Creuset Now occupied by esteemed furniture-maker Pinch its co-founder Oona Bannon says of the area: “It’s central for people who are passing through but you have to know it’s there to seek it out It’s a rare gem in terms of independent businesses with creativity at the heart and with a commitment to making.” with old-fashioned shop-keeping still at its core Store managers are on first-name terms with each other sharing window-cleaners and minding each others’ deliveries with the team at Plain English often popping to Edward Bulmer over the road for paint samples Great transport: Avoid the coach station like the plague and stroll to Sloane Square for the District and Circle Lines to go west and Victoria to zoom into the West End at speed Window dressing: Take a trip during the Chelsea Flower Show to marvel at the bloomingly brilliant floral displays and the creative installations during London Craft Week Party time: The highlight of the year is the wholesome-sounding Pimlico Road Summer Party when showrooms throw open their doors and the Champagne flows “I suppose it’s an effect like osmosis — with so many remarkable shops others will always be attracted to the area and it will continue to grow organically,” muses Philip Hooper joint managing director of Sibyl Colefax & John Fowler What was formerly marsh land (known as The Five Fields) is now synonymous with good taste and a little English eccentricity On Saturdays the fresh produce of the farmer’s market takes over Orange Square a former brewery built on the site of a coffee house is a pub with rooms (decked out in Bulmer’s paints natch) where everyone goes to let off steam and devour pizza Parking: ‘Fierce’ is how one local describes the traffic wardens lending the area a ghost town-like quality Bannon favours The Fox and Hounds on Passmore Street “It’s the sort of tiny pub where everyone has to shuffle every time someone moves inside,” she says La Poule au Pot is an authentic French institution which has been serving up leisurely lunches since the 1960s Daylesford is hard to beat for a casual salad sweet treat or a fancy ready meal to take home for dinner The coffee at Danish espresso bar Hagen has the staff at Edward Bulmer buzzing for the whole day (they also recommend the smoked salmon open sandwiches on rye bread) area director at estate agency John D Wood and Co notes how the residents are just as eclectic “We see young professionals looking for flats with character downsizers seeking peace but not isolation and international buyers who value the area’s discreet charm and centrality We also see creatives and media professionals drawn to Pimlico’s slightly understated style — it’s close to the action but not flashy like some of its neighbours.” High on property hunter’s lists are well-proportioned Georgian and early Victorian terraced houses “that have been tastefully modernised while retaining period character” head of sales at Hamptons in Sloane Square and Knightsbridge Everyone is far too busy to consider a project turnkey mews houses — particularly those that combine architectural flair with private parking,” he adds The garden squares are unsurprisingly popular with Venter name-checking St George’s and Warwick squares as constantly sought-after “Eccleston Square is another prized address with beautifully maintained period homes and private garden access,” he reveals head of lettings at Hamptons in Sloane Square says that “anything best in class rarely makes the open market” One of his favourite streets is Bloomfield Terrace where Los Angeles rug brand Woven Place chose a cavernous historic building for its London showroom Flats typically start around £600,000 for a one-bedroom in a good spot with two-beds fetching between £850,000 and £1.2 million Larger flats on garden squares can reach upwards of £2.5m and freehold houses can climb north of £6m for prime addresses Toby Simmons of Hamptons says Ebury Street Bourne Street and Orange Square are “perennial favourites Chester Row and South Eaton Place are also highly prized for their elegant period homes and quiet residential feel just moments from the local thoroughfare and amenities.” Helping to cater to demand are new developments such as Ebury SW1 which boasts luxury apartments and duplexes along Ebury Bridge Road art-filled townhouse designed by Spinocchia Freund is presently commanding £45m Schools aren’t in short supply around here — there are state primaries and private preps — but this exclusive spot isn’t exactly nappy valley Pimlico Road itself continues to evolve with a new wave of retailers; Rose Uniacke who worked her magic on the Beckhams’ Holland Park home has three eponymous boutiques dotted along the road (the woman herself lives in an extraordinary one-time artist’s studio just a 15-minute walk away) the shop co-founded by interior design hotshot Martin Brudnizki Eddie Redmayne has been spotted eyeing up artworks in there while film-maker and actor Emerald Fennell walked in and snapped up the leather-wrapped Easton chair which she took home in the back of a black cab The interior designer Joanna Plant is a Pimlico Road regular sourcing finishing touches like lampshades from Fermoie and antique textiles from Howe She always makes a beeline for fireplace and lighting specialist Jamb “Even if you can’t afford anything in there it’s a good place to go and hone your eye,” she says But another designer anonymously shares how she finds the general lack of footfall off-putting: “When you go into showrooms you’re often the only person in there which can feel slightly awkward and there isn’t much of a buzz.” the excitement comes courtesy of a certain royal who passes through rather frequently “There’s nothing more stimulating in your day than hearing the whistles of the King’s carriage approaching at speed — we all go out and wave,” enthuses Allender It’s a unique novelty which refuses to wear off Donald Trump says non-US movies to be hit with 100% tariff in major blow to UK film industry Trump says non-US movies face 100% tariff in blow to UK film industry David Beckham’s 50th birthday bash in London 'shut down' by council over noise complaints David Beckham’s 50th birthday bash 'shut down' over noise complaints VE Day 2025 flypast and parade LIVE: King Charles Prince William and Kate watch procession as crowds line the Mall King joined by senior royals to watch as huge VE Day parade under way UK tourists face major travel shake-up as Dubai airport set to close Revealed: The real reason Brooklyn Beckham snubbed dad David’s 50th birthday amid family feud Revealed: Why Brooklyn Beckham snubbed dad David’s 50th birthday Alongside starring in Made in Chelsea and Buying London She shares what makes Holland Park special — in her personal as well as professional opinion Where to live I have lived here pretty much my whole life I grew up on a street that is basically on the border between Notting Hill and Holland Park So I would consider myself a little bit of a Notting Hillbilly I had this urge go live somewhere painfully cool There’s an amazing restaurant called Clarke’s and they’ve opened a Sally Clarke’s café One of my favourite restaurants is the Belvedere which is in a building in the centre of Holland Park itself It’s really nice if you’re going for Sunday lunch or date night There’s a bit of an institution called Julie’s at the top of Portland Road, which has just been taken over by Tara MacBain They’ve retained some of the original crazy interior design and they’ve got a phenomenal seasonal menu of British food In the summer they have fairy lights in the trees across the square It’s just I got a great neighbourhood vibe really good food and beautiful plants outside and we’ve got a few great tennis clubs around here I go online and book the tennis courts in Holland Park Right by the tennis courts there’s an outdoor gym In London we’re lucky that there are so many parks I love to meditate in the Japanese garden there I also have been beekeeping in Holland Park before There’s a secret meadow in the middle of Holland Park you can book online to do this beekeeping course They give you the full beekeeper’s outfit and you learn all about how people keep bees in London how you know you can make honey from it and how bees are amazing for our ecosystem then I would definitely go to Supermarket of Dreams on Holland Park Avenue It’s a haven for really random but delicious little bits and pieces It’s got this metallic interior and a bright pink neon sign above the door Opera Holland Park in the summer is amazing The Design Museum is at the bottom of the park The architecture is amazing and they have really interesting and unusual exhibitions The Coronet Theatre at Notting Hill Gate often has interesting plays I used to go to salsa classes under the Notting Hill Gate Cinema And the Tabernacle in Notting Hill as is great for live music Sometimes well-known bands will do surprise concerts We’re on the Central line and only 10 minutes from Soho on the Tube You’ve got these incredible double-fronted stucco houses that back directly on to the park If you’re looking for something a little bit more funky Melbury Road has some really cool buildings with artists’ studios They live in the park and sometimes they like to go for a wander Rosi Walden stars in Buying London Wetherby Pembridge Minors is an independent nursery and pre-prep For primary schools there is Norland Place Why I live in Primrose Hill: Chef Theo Randall on his 'timeless' London neighbourhood Why I live in Highbury: interior designer Minnie Kemp loves her patch of 'proper old London' Why I live in Muswell Hill: Iraina Mancini on her peaceful neighbourhood with 'beautiful old pubs' single-family homes constructed in the 1960s and 1970s Approximately 600 residents signed a petition asking for council to scrap the proposal, with the petition organiser stating that “There could be increases in crime with the increased population. We are looking at becoming potential slum areas.”[ii] “Had we known that [there would be increases in density] we would have vigorously opposed the busway,” she said “This is being done by stealth.“ The irony is that many of the houses in Holland Park are former Housing Commission constructed at low cost and sold to owners with mortgages heavily subsidised by the government In Holland Park, Tim Quinn was booed and heckled by a large crowd while fronting a public meeting and the proposal to rezone parts of Holland Park West was eventually abandoned.[iii] He said “Any time you propose a planning change even though it might have a lot of logic behind it naturally the local community will have its concerns.” When asked by journalists if the Queensland Government supported the council’s proposal then Transport Minister Steve Bredhauer stated that “it’s the council’s local area plan and you were right to pursue it with Tim.” and 20 years later you can still only build a single family Opposing development is a successful political strategy Planning and development is inherently political. You only have to look at how opposing political parties respond to proposals. Back in the early 2000s, the LNP opposed densification in West End, with Margaret de Wit (LNP councillor for Pullenvale from 1997 to 2016, and then Opposition Leader) stating that she shared the residents’ concerns, and that “it would be a shame to have high-rise units along the river…”[iv] this is what makes Tim Quinn’s stance in the early 2000s more significant It would have been much more politically viable for him to oppose densification and prevent change rather than seeking to negotiate affordable housing outcomes with the State Government A suburbanisation of disadvantage has been realised And, of course, West End gentrified It is one of the most affluent areas of the city The creatives that gave West End its reputation can’t afford to live there – unless they bought a house in the 1990s Is inclusionary zoning the panacea we need Only an unprecedented public social infrastructure spend will resolve an unprecedented crisis [i] Smith W (2001) [ii] Southern News (2001) [iii] Smith [iv] Heywood [v] Passmore Cover image courtesy of Holland Park Townhouse Development Action Group Her research interests include how cities adapt their urban form to changing conditions such as rapid population growth or decline She has previously written for the Conversation Designed by Cosmos Media The beautiful Kyoto Garden is an oasis of calm in the heart of Kensington's Holland Park - perfect for anyone that needs to relax Kyoto Garden was originally built as an addition to the park in 1991 to celebrate the upcoming 1992 Japan Festival in London The park was a gift from the city of Kyoto honouring the friendship between the countries of Japan and Great Britain Holland Park was also graced with a further addition in 2012 with the installation of The Fukushima Garden The garden was built “to commemorate the heartfelt gratitude of the Japanese people to the British people for their support following the natural disaster that struck Fukushima which trickles into a pond with koi carp swimming around But there’s plenty more to see than just the IG-famous water feature The garden also features winding cobbled pathways it’s well worth a proper wander when you visit Don’t just take a quick photo and then depart immediately or you’ll miss out on some of the park’s hidden beauties You’re likely to get so lost in the pretty trees and Japanese features that you’ll forget you’re just a stone’s throw away from High Street Kensington Capping off the park’s stunning sights is the park’s roaming muster of peacocks When you’re mid-snap and one of those colourful creatures wanders into the frame They’re truly impressive to behold as they make their way around the park open again at last after a delicate redevelopment Once the home of the artist Frederic Leighton (1830-96) it’s surely London’s best-kept secret: Victorian redbrick without the highlight of the £8m project is the restoration of Leighton’s winter studio now scattered with old wooden easels; the building’s main attractions in which a fountain plays beneath a vast golden dome and you expect to smell rose petals and cardamom; impossible to believe that Waitrose and M&S are only minutes away The custodians of Leighton House also look after its sister museum and near neighbour the terraced home of the illustrator Linley Sambourne (1844-1910) which must have given him ample opportunity to feast his eyes on the extraordinary interiors of his bachelor pad But faced with its peacock-blue tiles and gilded columns its intricate latticework windows and bookcases inlaid with lapis lazuli Sambourne went home and wrote just three words in his diary: “Food so-so.” Well set up for a power cut Photograph: Ridofranz/Getty Images/iStockphotoAs winter approaches I’m measuring out my life not with coffee spoons but in candles candles were both workaday and rarely seen kept in a box at the cellar head in case of the blackouts I can – just about – remember from the 1970s they became at once luxurious and ubiquitous: used either to create atmosphere (let us not deploy the word hygge) or expensively to scent a room for the purposes of relaxation (or something) are a weird indicator of societal wealth – or perhaps I mean of its decadence my small niece quietly noted (out of the mouth of babes etc) that the British middle classes are uniquely – and somewhat bizarrely – prepared for the power cuts we may suffer this winter Our phones and laptops will run out of battery I admitted the figure was quite high: about a dozen Having carefully surveyed the collection at home Literary pet: a potto on a branch Photograph: BIOSPHOTO/AlamyIf you are a literary type and in the market for something new to keep in the loo here’s a good suggestion: Eliot’s Book of Bookish Lists by Henry Eliot but its contents are deliciously idiosyncratic: don’t expect a boring catalogue of Booker prizewinners or a long roll call of Shakespeare’s fools Thanks to Eliot’s list of authors’ unusual pets I now know that André Gide kept a potto called Dindiki The Nobel prize-winning novelist fed his a diet of jam and condensed milk Do you have an opinion on the issues raised in this article? If you would like to submit a letter of up to 250 words to be considered for publication, email it to us at observer.letters@observer.co.uk This is the archive of The Observer up until 21/04/2025 The Observer is now owned and operated by Tortoise Media Your feedback helps us to improve our website Watling Street primary school has brought a splash of Easter to Holland Park with artwork on display around the perimeter of the parks play area Ellie and Isobel are the school’s Art Ambassadors and recently visited the park to see the Easter-themed artwork on display.    Art Lead from Watling Street primary school said “We wanted to bring some joy to the local park and something for the children and school community to see when visiting we got in touch with Walsall Council’s healthy spaces team who were happy to help so now during the Easter holidays the children will no doubt be heading to the park to spot their creations!” “A big well done to the school and the children for their wonderful Easter artwork which is now proudly on display at Holland Park I am sure that our local community will enjoy taking a look when visiting.” The Easter artwork will remain on display during the school holidays Holland Park is a green space connected to Brownhills common The park is home to a children’s play area Proud of our past our present and for our future COLORADO SPRINGS — The Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD) says they are unable to determine what caused a fire in the Holland Park area last month CSFD Fire Investigators say this happens when there are several possibilities for the origin of the fire CSFD quickly responded to get control of a fire burning at apartments along Forest Hill Court in the Holland Park area which is located near the intersection of Garden of the Gods Road and Centennial Boulevard The fire was first reported around 3:45 p.m crews from Station 9 along Garden of the Gods Road were on scene within 90 seconds The department said the fire appears to have started in a townhome before spreading to another unit Crews reported heavy fire on the outside of the structure as they arrived on the scene it is unknown how many people have been displaced because of the fire Crews believe it could be a possible hoarding situation based on the difficulty they had fighting the fire #Update Multiple engine and truck companies working to bring this incident under control. pic.twitter.com/Y5MQkfASIn There's more work happening along the I-25 Gap and it seems unusual Watch KOAA News5 on your time, anytime with our free streaming app available for your Roku, FireTV, AppleTV and Android TV. Just search KOAA News5 Report a typo Exit from the Holland Park roundabout towards Shepherds Bush Green Expect major nighttime disruption if you're driving round Holland Park roundabout Transport for London will limit engineering work to between 10pm-5am until 23 November there will be westbound lane closures on Shepherds Bush Green from the roundabout to Rockley Road expect eastbound lane closures in Uxbridge Road between Caxton Road and Ariel Way temporary traffic signals will be in place on Shepherds Bush Green controlling westbound traffic at the Rockley Road junction with stop D at Shepherds Bush station closed on 15 November it's the turn of stops E and F at Shepherds Bush station Information will be displayed at bus stops Cyclists will be directed along alternative routes pedestrians and bus passengers for their patience and apologised in advance © Copyright Hammersmith & Fulham Council 2025 Dutch DJ Tiësto and German record producer/DJ Zedd will headline the 2025 edition of the growing FVDED in the Park music festival in Surrey.  The two-day concert will return to Holland Park on the first weekend of July with a "stacked lineup" of 60 dance music artists on four stages Other 2025 FVDED artists, announced Wednesday (Feb. 5) on the festival's Instagram account Tickets go on sale Wednesday, Feb. 12 on fvdedinthepark.com starting at 11 a.m after a one-year break in 2023 and nine years after the festival first launched 48,000 dance music fans filled Holland Park during the sold-out 2024 FVDED Diplo and dozens of other hip-hop and electronic artists.  The 2024 fest represented a triumphant return to Surrey for Blueprint Events and partner Live Nation Entertainment Gilbert & Sullivan: The Yeomen of the Guard; William Morgan conductor: David Eaton; Opera Holland Park in collaboration with Charles Court OperaReviewed 7 August 2024 Gilbert & Sullivan's more serious opera in a production that balances vivacity humour and pathos whilst filling the theatre with colour and movement was in any way radical though both adjusted and modernised the setting and Cummins' set made it clear that we were in a Victorian theatre This gave scope for Savournin to keep Gilbert's cod-Tudor dialogue (which is often modernised) During the overture (written by Sullivan himself and more complex than the usual pot-pourri of tunes) we saw Gilbert writing the opera with the various characters appearing and Gilbert would make appearances during the opera though perhaps more could have been made of this idea and Savournin's production made excellent use of Opera Holland Park's tricky stage layout ensuring that the important moments were well forward and using the forestage to separate characters out meant that we had a decent number of Yeomen Warders and whilst this was not the most lavish of stagings it used resources very effectively and the clarity of Savournin's direction meant that all the major characters were projected succinctly yet strongly The Yeomen of the Guard is not consciously funny in the way other G&S works can be whilst Gilbert's topsy-turvy-dom is perhaps at its subtlest and Savournin kept this in mind when mixing in the more sober elements so that towards the end when Darren Jeffery's Sergeant Meryll was forced to propose to Amy J Payne's Dame Carruthers Payne's delightful smirk of satisfaction was pure joy the opera's pairings are remarkably sober things Samantha Price's Phoebe is also forced to admit John Savournin's Shadbolt in marriage whilst the opera's central joyful pairing of Colonel Fairfax (William Morgan) and Elsie Maynard (Llio Evans/Ellie Laugharne) is marred by the fact that we know Fairfax to be a horrible flirt and his treatment of Elsie at the end is perfectly horrible making her acquiesce to the marriage whilst thinking she is giving up Leonard (in fact Fairfax in disguise) But then Gilbert does not seem to have had a sanguine view of marriage and Robert Thicknesse's article in the programme booklet highlights how commentators have recently been reconsidering Gilbert's older women characters seeing his creations in a more positive light Matthew Kellett's Jack Point was a highly physical creation with an energy that verged on the manic as Kellett emphasised Jack's desperation and we never really do witness Jack being genuinely funny O had a touching melancholy to it from the beginning which of course returned when Jack sings it at the very end he projected Jack's over eagerness and badly hidden desperation her performance genuinely bringing out the character's innocence Evans and Ellie Laugharne did miracles of synchronicity in their double performance and for large chunks of the evening we were able to forget the Laugharne was in fact in the pit Samantha Price's Phoebe also had an element of desperation to her when we first meet her she is in love with a man she has never met (Fairfax) and her only viable suitor is the cadaverous Shadbolt (Savournin) Price made Phoebe flirtatious and physical (particularly with Morgan's Fairfax as Leonard) but kept the vein of seriousness too Savournin played Shadbolt's dark humour to the hilt yet this was subtle too and by the end you rather felt sorry for him certainly Price's Phoebe would be wearing the trousers in the relationship William Morgan nicely brought out the different aspects of Fairfax's character but Morgan differentiated between the noble Lord as depicted at the opening (as prisoner) and closing (as rather stiff-faced bridegroom) and the more revealing moments when he was disguised as Leonard and thus able to give free rein to his flirtatiousness managing to make a serious impact on two different women in two days Amy J Payne's Dame Carruthers was very conscious of her dignity a performance that was funny without ever sending the character up and Payne relished both of Carruthers' solos giving the character musical satisfaction too Stephen Gadd was luxury casting as Sir Richard Cholmondeley and Gadd played him with nice humour Darren Jeffery was a warmly humorous Sergeant Meryll to match his being suitab ly physically imposing whilst Jack Roberts made as much impact as he could in the small Natasha Agarwal popped up as a characterful Kate The four stand-out roles from the chorus were well-taken by Christopher Killerby Benjamin Newhouse-Smith and Stuart McDermott The Opera Holland Park chorus was on its usual form There is far less dancing required in this opera than some G&S but this was a still a vividly energetic production with the chorus managing to fill stage and auditorium David Eaton conducted a slimline City of London Sinfonia (the production used a reduced orchestration with single woodwind) and relished the litheness that this produced turning in a performance that was vivid and vivacious there was a vivacity to the whole performance that enlivened the opera and ensured that it did not become too maudlin yet there was a fair share of touching moments too Never miss out on future posts 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