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With Sir Charles Mackerras at the helm, Smetana's Bartered Bride not only has a spring in her step, she's several inches off the ground for much of the duration. Mackerras isn't just well-versed in the rhythms, the accents, the attitude of Czech music, it's part of his musical DNA.

Even if you can't make it to London for a performance of Prodaná nevěsta, read this review which enthusiastically captures some of what makes this opera so much fun.