The premiere was very early in the 20th century. The opera is unique in that it presents a different view of relationships between people of different cultures and backgrounds.

Opera stars know that biology is destiny. Sometime in their 50s or early 60s, the powerful, flexible and ultimately mysterious instrument that has been the source of their artistry frays, cracks and disappears.

At this point in the proceedings I don't see (ethical funds) selling BHP. But if it got a lot worse from this point there would be some managers who would say they can't hold the company at this time.

My attitude is that if you push me towards something that you think is a weakness, then I will turn that perceived weakness into a strength.

When I was playing before I retired, I never really understood the appreciation and the respect that people gave me. People had treated me like a god or something, and that was very embarrassing.

You have competition every day because you set such high standards for yourself that you have to go out every day and live up to that.