News for 'Royal Opera House'

London Mayor steals show at opera house Olympic ceremony

London Mayor steals show at opera house Olympic ceremony

Rediff.com24 Jul 2012

It's not often that Placido Domingo is upstaged at the Royal Opera House. Yet flamboyant London Mayor Boris Johnson managed to pull it off at a star-studded Olympic gala on Monday night.

The 4 Km Sari That's Fighting Marital Rape

The 4 Km Sari That's Fighting Marital Rape

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

The Infinite Saree campaign is using India's most iconic garment to demand a law against marital rape in the country.

Global Chess League: Mumba Masters crush Anand's Ganges in opener

Global Chess League: Mumba Masters crush Anand's Ganges in opener

Rediff.com14 Dec 2025

Mumba Masters delivered a high-quality performance in front of the 'home' crowd, defeating the Viswanathan Anand-led Ganges Grandmasters

Wonderful Music To Make Your Day!

Wonderful Music To Make Your Day!

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

Maestro Imran Khan seeks to bring this rich musical heritage, infused with his own unique folk fusion style, to a broader audience.

'The Greater Crisis -- That Of A Planet In Distress -- Is Still Gathering'

'The Greater Crisis -- That Of A Planet In Distress -- Is Still Gathering'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

'The pandemic has led to an immense disruption in the world's political, financial, military and geopolitical situation. The pandemic was a warning.'

Gukesh, Arjun steer Alaskan Knights to first win

Gukesh, Arjun steer Alaskan Knights to first win

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

World champion D Gukesh and compatriot Arjun Erigaisi delivered in a must-win situation to help PBG Alaskan Knights register their first win in the Global Chess League (GCL) in Mumbai on Thursday.

King Kohli's Masterclass In Empty Arena

King Kohli's Masterclass In Empty Arena

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Virat Kohli's 58th List A hundred resembled a grand opera played inside an empty Royal Albert Hall.

Incredible! The magic of mallakhamb

Incredible! The magic of mallakhamb

Rediff.com8 Aug 2019

Mallakhamb is about soaring new heights and these students flawlessly worked their magic on the rope.

'Britain siphoned off $44 trillion from India'

'Britain siphoned off $44 trillion from India'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

'A very large part of this would have come from opium.'

Freida Pinto, Kelly Brook hot up GQ awards

Freida Pinto, Kelly Brook hot up GQ awards

Rediff.com9 Sep 2009

Check out the movers and shakers at the annual awards in London.

When Flamenco meets Kathak, Lavani

When Flamenco meets Kathak, Lavani

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

The Royal Opera House in Mumbai fusion of a different kind as three dance forms came together.

Women in blue make the BAFTAs look hot!

Women in blue make the BAFTAs look hot!

Rediff.com14 Feb 2011

Here's looking at the red carpet arrivals at the BAFTAs.

Goodbye Maggie!

Goodbye Maggie!

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

The legendary British actress Dame Maggie Smith passed into the green room of eternal performers up in Heaven on Friday, September 27, 2024. She would have turned 90 on December 28.

When Michelle towered over PM's wife

When Michelle towered over PM's wife

Rediff.com2 Apr 2009

The group of 13 women, which included Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's wife Gursharan Kaur, was entertained by author JK Rowling who read out excerpts from her new novel, The Tales Of Beedle The Bar.

Hurt Locker wins big at the BAFTAs

Hurt Locker wins big at the BAFTAs

Rediff.com22 Feb 2010

Looking at the big winners of the night.

BAFTA 2014: Cate Blanchett, 12 Years A Slave, Gravity win big!

BAFTA 2014: Cate Blanchett, 12 Years A Slave, Gravity win big!

Rediff.com17 Feb 2014

All the highlights from the recently concluded BAFTA awards, right here!

King's Speech wins big at BAFTAs

King's Speech wins big at BAFTAs

Rediff.com14 Feb 2011

The film has won seven out of its 14 nominations.

PIX: The Artist, Meryl Streep win big at BAFTA

PIX: The Artist, Meryl Streep win big at BAFTA

Rediff.com13 Feb 2012

The silent film picked up seven awards while Meryl Streep picked up the best actress award in a glittering ceremony.

PIX: Ben Affleck, Jessica Chastain Shine At BAFTA

PIX: Ben Affleck, Jessica Chastain Shine At BAFTA

Rediff.com11 Feb 2013

Here's looking at the big winners and fashion hits at the recently concluded BAFTA awards!

Huge OPPORTUNITY exists on branding India: Wally Olins

Huge OPPORTUNITY exists on branding India: Wally Olins

Rediff.com20 Aug 2012

The Saffron Brand Consultants chairman talks about the perception and reality about Brand India.

Emma, Rosie, Jourdan: VOTE for celebs on the red carpet!

Emma, Rosie, Jourdan: VOTE for celebs on the red carpet!

Rediff.com5 Sep 2013

Here are a few pics of famous faces on the red carpet at the GQ Men of the Year Awards 2013 held in London last night. Who do you think scored bigtime in the style stakes and who tanked? Vote and let us know!

Ashish Vidyarthi Wants To Make You Laugh

Ashish Vidyarthi Wants To Make You Laugh

Rediff.com20 May 2024

'There are a lot of things happening in my life, and I have a lot of material, thanks to who I am, the way I've led my life, the way I look.'

Kiran Rao recovers from swine flu

Kiran Rao recovers from swine flu

Rediff.com17 Aug 2017

She was seen at the ongoing Lakme Fashion week.

Anuradha Pal Creates Tabla Magic

Anuradha Pal Creates Tabla Magic

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

The world renowned tabla player performed at Mumbai's iconic Royal Opera House.

'Madhuri Is Not A Dancer, She Is Dance'

'Madhuri Is Not A Dancer, She Is Dance'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

'The whole set was in awe. Those five days of shooting were an unforgettable experience.'

Pix: When Mandira Bedi looked like this...

Pix: When Mandira Bedi looked like this...

Rediff.com3 Feb 2019

And our jaws collectively dropped!

This designer breathes new life into chikankari

This designer breathes new life into chikankari

Rediff.com17 Aug 2017

Designer Sanjay Garg brought the curtains down on Day One of LFW at the Royal Opera House, Mumbai.

Akshay, Hrithik watch Twinkle's new play

Akshay, Hrithik watch Twinkle's new play

Rediff.com29 Oct 2017

Now, you can *watch* Twinkle Khanna's new story.

PIX: Jacqueline, Amitabh, Jaya attend MAMI's opening night

PIX: Jacqueline, Amitabh, Jaya attend MAMI's opening night

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

A look at the starry arrivals.

WATCH: How #MeToo changed Vinta Nanda's life

WATCH: How #MeToo changed Vinta Nanda's life

Rediff.com14 Dec 2018

'I stopped getting work after 2004. Between 2005 and 2018, I had no work.'

Bas Kar Bassi Review: Mildly Funny

Bas Kar Bassi Review: Mildly Funny

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

Bas Kar Bassi feels like a lost opportunity, complains Mayur Sanap.

PHOTOS: Royals Harry and Meghan watch Invictus Games in Sydney

PHOTOS: Royals Harry and Meghan watch Invictus Games in Sydney

Rediff.com27 Oct 2018

The Invictus Games, founded by Harry, is an international paralympic-style event for military personnel wounded in action.

Let there be light! Sydney shines at Vivid festival

Let there be light! Sydney shines at Vivid festival

Rediff.com29 May 2017

Landmarks across the city have been bathed in a dazzling array of colourful lights, from the Sydney Harbour Bridge to the Opera House. Other key areas illuminated include Martin Place, Kings Cross, The Royal Botanic Gardens, Barangaroo, Chatswood and Taronga Zoo.

The Star-Maker You Didn't Know About

The Star-Maker You Didn't Know About

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

Prayag Raj, who was so successful at his peak, ought not to have slid into oblivion, observes Deepa Gahlot.

BAFTA 2016: Dakota Johnson, Cate Blanchett rock the red carpet

BAFTA 2016: Dakota Johnson, Cate Blanchett rock the red carpet

Rediff.com15 Feb 2016

Stars who impressed us with their sartorial sense!

Sydney lights up for annual festival

Sydney lights up for annual festival

Rediff.com31 May 2016

Sydney's skyline has exploded with light and colour as Vivid Sydney -- a three-week "festival of light, music and ideas" -- brings public art installations, lighting sculptures to the Australian capital this year from May 27 to June 18.

Watch! The Man Who Made Gulzar Cry

Watch! The Man Who Made Gulzar Cry

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

There were many revelations at the launch of Because He Is... Meghna Gulzar's book about her father, the much-loved Gulzar.

Vivid 2018 casts Sydney in a brand new light

Vivid 2018 casts Sydney in a brand new light

Rediff.com31 May 2018

Vivid Sydney is an annual festival that places light sculptures and installations throughout the city. More than 1 million people are expected to visit the festival this year, which takes place from 25 May to 16 June. Vivid is celebrating its 10th year with its biggest collection of light installations to date. Here are some dazzling sights from the lights festival.

BAFTA 2016: The Revenant, Mad Max: Fury Road win big

BAFTA 2016: The Revenant, Mad Max: Fury Road win big

Rediff.com15 Feb 2016

A look at the big winners of the night!

Action Packed Time For Two-Wheelers!

Action Packed Time For Two-Wheelers!

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

The BSA Gold Star is launched....Ola Enters e-motorbikes Biz... Bajaj, TVS To Enter e2Ws Market...