Welcome to Operacast Extra - our new monthly series of episodes taking a deep dive into a particular topic, opera, production or event.

This month, Alison Buchanan (Pegasus Opera) discusses the challenges facing BAME singers, and David Ward digs into the stats on BAME representation in opera.

Next month - behind the scenes on the Royal Opera's new production of 'Susanna'

Host - David Ward Recorded on 6 January 2020