We would like to respond to Robin Theobald's comments (letters, August 5) about the size of the band for Operaluna's presentation of Opera a la Carte's production of 'Don Giovanni' at the Memorial Hall.
We are delighted that Mr Theobald enjoyed the production. We are not downsizing but we will bear Mr Theobald's comments in mind.
The choice of opera and opera companies each year is dependant on a number of factors: the quality of the company, the choice of repertoire and, inevitably, price. The size of the band is determined by the music director of an opera company.
We would be reluctant to increase ticket prices, as one of the aims of Operaluna is to offer high-quality opera and ballet at low ticket prices, in order to encourage new audiences to sample opera.
C Newbigging
North Newnton
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