The real modernism came in a taster of Josephine Stephenson’s ‘Les constellations, une théorie’, bewitchingly articulated by Gillian Keith and Caroline MacPhie in perfect accord with Cottis and the orchestra – the most surprising highlight. All works were sung in their original language – Stephenson’s in excellent French….

The whole cast in Nancy reaches perfection, starting with the small roles performed with panache, namely Caroline MacPhie…

…as Susanna, Caroline MacPhie reveals a clear soprano and excellent enunciation in a performance that proves to be just as sharp as the character.

One must also mention the performance of the beautiful Caroline MacPhie in the (far too brief) role of a young girl…

Special mention must go to MacPhie’s performance as Pamina. Her solos were breathtaking and she manages to convey the many emotions required for this part.

The Queen’s daughter, the cause of the friction between the Queen and Sarastro, was portrayed beautifully by Caroline MacPhie. She brought to the role a lovely mixture of obedience to her mother, and the emerging desires of a bright young woman.

The lovely, sweet toned Papagena, Caroline MacPhie…

On stage, Caroline MacPhie did excellent work… both vocally and dramatically…

Caroline MacPhie’s lyrical performance was delightfully seductive.

MacPhie radiated joy and ecstasy…