James Clutton - chief executive and director

Chief Executive and Director of Opera at Opera Holland Park in London, James Clutton, chats openly about his 60s musical influences, early school trips to the theatre, and learning his craft from the ground up by producing his own work, before later heading to the West End under the wing of a major commercial producer.  A short-term contract turned into a life-long dedication to producing opera at Opera Holland Park, developing it from a small-scale venture to the beating heart of the London operatic scene.  James shares his experience of ‘un-producing’ the 2020 season, and how he imagines producing opera as we know it might change to adapt to the aftermath of the Covid Crisis.  James’ down-to-earth attitude gives us a rare insight into the world of the friendliest, most welcoming man in the business. https://operahollandpark.com/