The Royal Opera House was the scene of tense drama and intrigue yesterday as a man booed a child singer - and shouted " rubbish!" as the youngster gave the performance of a lifetime. Young Malakai M Bayoh has been training at the Cardinal Vaughan Memorial School and landed the role of Oberto in Handel's Alcina as his debut at the historic venue.
When he stepped onto the stage in Covent Garden, his nerves were no doubt frayed - but he gave a performance that some have described as "damn impressive". But it wasn't enough for one attendee, who cruelly booed the classically trained singer.
