Where the accent is on upward mobility

Article Abstract:

Edwina Pickett, teacher of elocution in London, believes that speech is as much a social barrier as ever it was and the demand for elocution lessons is rising. It is especialy important in people's careers, and wives of successful businessmen are concerned that their speech does not reflect badly on their spouses. There is also a demand for etiquette lessons such as who is introduced to who and what knives are used to eat certain things, all important at social and business functions. National Theatre accent coach Joan Washington says that she can tell what part of London a person comes from by their accent.

Social aspects, Etiquette, Elocution

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English National Opera: something had to give

Article Abstract:

The resignation of music director Sian Edwards is the most recent of many problems being experienced by the English National Opera. Reviews of productions have been very mixed, and controversy was caused by the decision not to renew the post of director of productions following the departure of David Pountney. The company has suffered from a lack of firm leadership, and morale among its members is low.

Management, English National Opera Company

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Exit Nunn, leaving the National in debt and still searching for a role

Article Abstract:

Issues raised by the departure of National Theatre Artistic Director Trevor Nunn are discussed. His replacement, who will be announced in Sep 2001, will have to deal with debts of 626,000 pounds sterling.

Officials and employees, Appointments, resignations and dismissals, Nunn, Trevor, National Theatre of Great Britain

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