Antonio Pappano: 'Opera is an art form'

Sir Antonio Pappano is ending his celebrated tenure as Music Director of Covent Garden after the 2023/24 season to take up the post of Music Director of the London Symphony Orchestra. As the son of Italian immigrants, Pappano comes from a modest background. He explains why he believes opera is an art form that can and should be enjoyed by everyone from all walks of life.

24 July 2023