The English National Opera has had a rough couple of years. Perhaps it’s coming out of its slump (and a string of bad luck). But there’s plenty of work needed to recover. “It seems crucial for the company to strengthen its sense of purpose and identity, particularly at a time when not only is the Royal Opera on a high, but impresario Raymond Gubbay is launching his cheap and cheerful Savoy Opera in the West End, featuring young voices performing opera in English.”