So, another year has passed….. where did that go? I feel like I’ve been in a washing machine, after two tours, a broken heart and all sorts in between! The year started with a wonderfully relaxing holiday to Egypt, with my best friend.

Two mindblowing performances of Verdi’s Requiem back in April to celebrate the 80th Birthday of conductor John Railton. What a privilege, and an honour to sing alongside Jean Rigby – a real treat! I then had the pleasure of working again for Opera UK, on a 6 week tour of the beautiful Emerald Isle.

Rain aside, and necessary testing of the Guiness, we had a wonderful tour, and audiences loved our bold and boisterous Barber of Seville. I was so lucky to play Rosina, what a character, and I made some wonderful friends along the way.

After a short break with my family in the Westcountry, I stayed South for rehearsals and performances of La Bohème, with New Devon Opera. Some of the most BEAUTIFUL music in which I have ever had the pleasure to be absorbed for almost all of July. It was bliss. Playing the Minx Musetta, and again, meeting and working alongside wonderful folk, singing and performing Puccini together.

Now I am settled back in London, where my feet are enjoying touching the ground after a crazed few months. I am working towards a Diploma in Holistic Massage which is keeping me busy. Lots of auditions coming up so am focusing on those with lots of preparation to do. Last year I missed the blackberries, and I fear I have again allowed the Devil to spit on them….but I am coming for you sloes so watch out – and get the Gin ready!!!