Magdalen Ashman
@msmezzo.bsky.social
Mezzo-soprano, a Mrs Fricka Wotan, siamese cat adorer, TRIP superfan, skyscape observer and recently goth girl with Regents Opera
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🔥 Highly recommended that you all sign and share.
Link to the petition—> petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
Link to the petition—> petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
November 26, 2025 at 8:55 AM
🔥 Highly recommended that you all sign and share.
Link to the petition—> petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
Link to the petition—> petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
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I’ve been in or around politics for over a half-century now.
I’ve watched as corporations and the super-rich flooded D.C. with campaign cash and ransacked our system.
It won't be easy, but here’s how we break the corporate oligarchy and return power to the people.
I’ve watched as corporations and the super-rich flooded D.C. with campaign cash and ransacked our system.
It won't be easy, but here’s how we break the corporate oligarchy and return power to the people.
The Big Picture: How We Got Into This Mess, And How We Get Out of It | Robert Reich
Robert Reich
youtu.be
November 23, 2025 at 11:01 PM
I’ve been in or around politics for over a half-century now.
I’ve watched as corporations and the super-rich flooded D.C. with campaign cash and ransacked our system.
It won't be easy, but here’s how we break the corporate oligarchy and return power to the people.
I’ve watched as corporations and the super-rich flooded D.C. with campaign cash and ransacked our system.
It won't be easy, but here’s how we break the corporate oligarchy and return power to the people.
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45 years ago I made a pitch for the Director-General job. Didn’t get it – mind you, I was only 13. But I did get a reply from Ian Trethowan, who was DG at the time. All these years later I’m proud to work for the BBC.
November 23, 2025 at 12:08 PM
45 years ago I made a pitch for the Director-General job. Didn’t get it – mind you, I was only 13. But I did get a reply from Ian Trethowan, who was DG at the time. All these years later I’m proud to work for the BBC.
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Germany to classify date rape drugs as weapons to ensure justice for survivors
Germany to classify date rape drugs as weapons to ensure justice for survivors
Classification plan will create basis for ‘significantly stricter’ prosecutions, says interior minister
Germany plans to treat the use of date rape drugs like the use of weapons in prosecutions as part of measures to ensure justice for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
“We classify date rape drugs, which are increasingly used as a widespread tool in crimes, as weapons. This creates the basis for significantly stricter prosecutions,” Alexander Dobrindt, the interior minister, said on Friday. “We are committed to clear consequences and consistent enforcement. Women should feel safe and be able to move freely everywhere.” Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
November 21, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Germany to classify date rape drugs as weapons to ensure justice for survivors
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We need to follow the money.
JP Morgan CEO Jaime Dimon and those Wall Street bankers must testify under oath about their financing of Jeffrey Epstein.
JP Morgan CEO Jaime Dimon and those Wall Street bankers must testify under oath about their financing of Jeffrey Epstein.
We need to follow the money.
YouTube video by Senator Elizabeth Warren
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November 21, 2025 at 4:28 PM
We need to follow the money.
JP Morgan CEO Jaime Dimon and those Wall Street bankers must testify under oath about their financing of Jeffrey Epstein.
JP Morgan CEO Jaime Dimon and those Wall Street bankers must testify under oath about their financing of Jeffrey Epstein.
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Margravial Opera House in Bayreuth, Germany 🇩🇪
A Masterpiece of Baroque theater architecture, where the auditorium and stage form a single unit.
#art #architecture #opera #theater
A Masterpiece of Baroque theater architecture, where the auditorium and stage form a single unit.
#art #architecture #opera #theater
October 29, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Margravial Opera House in Bayreuth, Germany 🇩🇪
A Masterpiece of Baroque theater architecture, where the auditorium and stage form a single unit.
#art #architecture #opera #theater
A Masterpiece of Baroque theater architecture, where the auditorium and stage form a single unit.
#art #architecture #opera #theater
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November 2, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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16 seconds peaceful Tuolumne River sound for you.
November 2, 2025 at 11:51 PM
16 seconds peaceful Tuolumne River sound for you.
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I was running early to an event so I got off BART a stop early at Powell Street for an extra walk.
Instead I sat and listened to a wonderful pianist play for 20 minutes. At one point another person came up and asked if they could play together, and they did.
I love music on transit ❤️🎶
Instead I sat and listened to a wonderful pianist play for 20 minutes. At one point another person came up and asked if they could play together, and they did.
I love music on transit ❤️🎶
November 3, 2025 at 12:56 AM
I was running early to an event so I got off BART a stop early at Powell Street for an extra walk.
Instead I sat and listened to a wonderful pianist play for 20 minutes. At one point another person came up and asked if they could play together, and they did.
I love music on transit ❤️🎶
Instead I sat and listened to a wonderful pianist play for 20 minutes. At one point another person came up and asked if they could play together, and they did.
I love music on transit ❤️🎶
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Happy World Opera Day! 🎭✨
Today we celebrate the artistry, emotion, and timeless beauty of opera, as well as the artists, musicians, and audiences who keep this magnificent art form alive.
#WorldOperaDay #Opera #PerformingArts #Culture #Music
Today we celebrate the artistry, emotion, and timeless beauty of opera, as well as the artists, musicians, and audiences who keep this magnificent art form alive.
#WorldOperaDay #Opera #PerformingArts #Culture #Music
October 25, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Happy World Opera Day! 🎭✨
Today we celebrate the artistry, emotion, and timeless beauty of opera, as well as the artists, musicians, and audiences who keep this magnificent art form alive.
#WorldOperaDay #Opera #PerformingArts #Culture #Music
Today we celebrate the artistry, emotion, and timeless beauty of opera, as well as the artists, musicians, and audiences who keep this magnificent art form alive.
#WorldOperaDay #Opera #PerformingArts #Culture #Music
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Had a wander around the web, looking for something concise on how one might feel when a loved one dies after a long time with dementia. Thought this (c/o griefline.co.uk) was the best. Maybe worth passing on to others if you know anyone in that situation - or you, like me, are facing it right now.
August 16, 2025 at 7:31 AM
Had a wander around the web, looking for something concise on how one might feel when a loved one dies after a long time with dementia. Thought this (c/o griefline.co.uk) was the best. Maybe worth passing on to others if you know anyone in that situation - or you, like me, are facing it right now.
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The first time Charlie Chaplin used his voice in a film, he wielded it to forcefully condemn the rising forces of fascism around the globe. Will we listen to his words today?
August 13, 2025 at 10:29 PM
The first time Charlie Chaplin used his voice in a film, he wielded it to forcefully condemn the rising forces of fascism around the globe. Will we listen to his words today?
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Norwegian National Opera and Ballet by Snøhetta
Oslo, Norway
Oslo, Norway
August 13, 2025 at 6:27 AM
Norwegian National Opera and Ballet by Snøhetta
Oslo, Norway
Oslo, Norway
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In 2010, I made a prediction on “The Colbert Report.”
Tonight Colbert and I will meet again, on “The Late Show,” to discuss my new book, “Coming Up Short,” and perhaps that prediction, too. https://robertreich.substack.com/p/stephen-colbert-and-i-15-years-ago
Tonight Colbert and I will meet again, on “The Late Show,” to discuss my new book, “Coming Up Short,” and perhaps that prediction, too. https://robertreich.substack.com/p/stephen-colbert-and-i-15-years-ago
Stephen Colbert and I — 15 years ago and tonight
In 2010, I made a prediction on “The Colbert Report.” Tonight Colbert and I will meet again, on “The Late Show,” to disc
robertreich.substack.com
August 4, 2025 at 3:19 PM
In 2010, I made a prediction on “The Colbert Report.”
Tonight Colbert and I will meet again, on “The Late Show,” to discuss my new book, “Coming Up Short,” and perhaps that prediction, too. https://robertreich.substack.com/p/stephen-colbert-and-i-15-years-ago
Tonight Colbert and I will meet again, on “The Late Show,” to discuss my new book, “Coming Up Short,” and perhaps that prediction, too. https://robertreich.substack.com/p/stephen-colbert-and-i-15-years-ago
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Who says galleries can’t be a part of a great night out?
Tate Modern will now open late every Friday and Saturday, with art, culture and creativity for everyone, for free. A brilliant new chapter in London’s nightlife starts this September. Don’t miss it.
Tate Modern will now open late every Friday and Saturday, with art, culture and creativity for everyone, for free. A brilliant new chapter in London’s nightlife starts this September. Don’t miss it.
August 2, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Who says galleries can’t be a part of a great night out?
Tate Modern will now open late every Friday and Saturday, with art, culture and creativity for everyone, for free. A brilliant new chapter in London’s nightlife starts this September. Don’t miss it.
Tate Modern will now open late every Friday and Saturday, with art, culture and creativity for everyone, for free. A brilliant new chapter in London’s nightlife starts this September. Don’t miss it.
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A snippet of last weeks rehearsal with John Andrews, the BBC Concert Orchestra, and Ermonela Jaho.
Parigi from La Traviata
Parigi from La Traviata
July 27, 2025 at 7:27 AM
A snippet of last weeks rehearsal with John Andrews, the BBC Concert Orchestra, and Ermonela Jaho.
Parigi from La Traviata
Parigi from La Traviata
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Very enjoyable and often moving afternoon in Pentonville prison .. Music in the Ville - me on the bagpipes, two opera singers, a cellist, violinist, guitarist and prisoners singing and clapping along. Music is such a healer. If you want to support this great initiative see the link below 1/2
May 6, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Very enjoyable and often moving afternoon in Pentonville prison .. Music in the Ville - me on the bagpipes, two opera singers, a cellist, violinist, guitarist and prisoners singing and clapping along. Music is such a healer. If you want to support this great initiative see the link below 1/2
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Great to sit down with John Gilhooly the other week to talk about season planning, Yunchan Lim, ACE and… surtitling Lieder recitals! @wigmore-hall.org.uk
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On top of the chamber music world: Wigmore Hall’s John Gilhooly
The London venue’s Artistic Director talks about Wigmore Hall’s 125th anniversary season, programming 600 concerts – and finding ways to pay for it all.
bachtrack.com
April 23, 2025 at 6:53 AM
Great to sit down with John Gilhooly the other week to talk about season planning, Yunchan Lim, ACE and… surtitling Lieder recitals! @wigmore-hall.org.uk
bachtrack.com/interview-jo...
bachtrack.com/interview-jo...
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*Available to pre-order!*
"Someone Else's Music: Opera and the British" traces attitudes towards opera, 1920-2020.
It reveals a forgotten history of popular opera-going, which challenges the elitism stereotype. It also examines when and why that stereotype arose.
global.oup.com/academic/pro...
"Someone Else's Music: Opera and the British" traces attitudes towards opera, 1920-2020.
It reveals a forgotten history of popular opera-going, which challenges the elitism stereotype. It also examines when and why that stereotype arose.
global.oup.com/academic/pro...
April 19, 2025 at 10:49 AM
*Available to pre-order!*
"Someone Else's Music: Opera and the British" traces attitudes towards opera, 1920-2020.
It reveals a forgotten history of popular opera-going, which challenges the elitism stereotype. It also examines when and why that stereotype arose.
global.oup.com/academic/pro...
"Someone Else's Music: Opera and the British" traces attitudes towards opera, 1920-2020.
It reveals a forgotten history of popular opera-going, which challenges the elitism stereotype. It also examines when and why that stereotype arose.
global.oup.com/academic/pro...
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When will Labour realise that their ever more frantic attempts to ape Reform only serve... Reform?
Imitation is the sincerest form of validation.
Imitation is the sincerest form of validation.
April 19, 2025 at 8:13 AM
When will Labour realise that their ever more frantic attempts to ape Reform only serve... Reform?
Imitation is the sincerest form of validation.
Imitation is the sincerest form of validation.
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Taking home the Best New Opera Production award is Festen!
April 6, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Taking home the Best New Opera Production award is Festen!
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Promise I won't turn this into a tourist picture account for two weeks. But gotta do a cherry blossom photo.
April 6, 2025 at 6:56 AM
Promise I won't turn this into a tourist picture account for two weeks. But gotta do a cherry blossom photo.
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I should have made more AOCs.
April 4, 2025 at 9:58 PM
I should have made more AOCs.
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Put up by Katy Brand today - this is the story over and over again
April 5, 2025 at 8:19 AM
Put up by Katy Brand today - this is the story over and over again