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An Opera Lovers' Odyssey: The City of London Sinfonia's Stunning Season at Opera Holland Park

Dive into a splendid season of opera and orchestral performances at Opera Holland Park, presented by the City of London Sinfonia. Featuring Wagner's 'The Flying Dutchman', Verdi's 'La Traviata', and an adventurous new opera by Jonathan Dove, the series promises a diverse spectrum of emotional narratives and musical brilliance. Join this captivating line-up that blends tradition with innovation, offering something for every music aficionado.

May 22, 2025
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1. Wagner: The Flying Dutchman (at Opera Holland Park)
Premiered in 1843, Wagner’s first great opera, and his most concise, looks back to the Gothic mysteries of his youth and forward to the penetrating psychological dramas he would later craft. Love, greed, hubris and obsession drive a narrative shaped by the sea and those whose lives depend on it, opening with a violent storm in which echoes of Beethoven, Mendelssohn and Weber can be heard, and punctuated by folk-like ballads for the sailors and the women who wait for their return. Cursed to sail for eternity with his ghostly crew, the Dutchman can only be redeemed by the love of a faithful woman. Daland’s daughter Senta, betrothed to Erik, is shocked to recognise the Dutchman from an ancient painting acquired by her grandmother. Their love is instant, but will it be strong enough to lift the Dutchman’s curse?
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May 27 - Jun 14, 2025
City of London Sinfonia

London · Opera Holland Park

2. An Evening at Opera Holland Park
City of London Sinfonia Chairman, John Singer CBE, and Chief Executive Officer, Rowan Rutter invite you to join us for a very special evening of music and antics with Jonathan Dove’s exciting new opera.
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Jun 3, 2025
City of London Sinfonia

London · Opera Holland Park

3. Jonathan Dove: Itch (at Opera Holland Park)
Opera’s geekiest hero and his light-fingered sister battle to save a mysterious new element from the clutches of a shadowy corporation in Jonathan Dove’s explosive adventure story.
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3 - 13 Jun, 2025
City of London Sinfonia

London · Opera Holland Park

4. The Exoplanets
THE EXOPLANETS is an extraordinary blend of theatre, live orchestral performance, and planetarium experience, co-produced by City of London Sinfonia and theatre company curious directive.
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6 - 7 Jun, 2025
City of London Sinfonia

Norwich · Norwich Theatre Royal

5. The Lark Ascending and Duruflé Requiem with Brighton Festival Chorus
Join us and the Brighton Festival Chorus, with conductor James Morgan, for a contemplative summer programme.
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Jun 22, 2025
City of London Sinfonia

London · Cadogan Hall

6. Orchestral Mass at St Paul’s Cathedral
Step into the awe-inspiring grandeur of St. Paul’s Cathedral and experience St Paul’s main Sunday morning service with music from City of London Sinfonia. Orchestral masses blends timeless liturgy with transcendent musical artistry, featuring a full orchestra and world-class choir.
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Jun 22 - Jul 13, 2025
City of London Sinfonia

St. Paul's Cathedral London

7. The Wonderland Garden @ Opera Holland Park
Come join us in The Wonderland Garden and explore the beauty of the changing seasons alongside a curious young person and their new friend, Robin. This unique show brings together live music and theatre to tell a story of discovery, joy, and renewal.
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Jun 28, 2025
City of London Sinfonia

London · Opera Holland Park

8. Donizetti: Lucia di Lammermoor (at Opera Holland Park)
Fugitive ghosts and a bitter feud between two families form the background to Donizetti’s mesmerising Gothic tale of madness and forced marriage.
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Jul 18 - Aug 1, 2025
City of London Sinfonia

London · Opera Holland Park

9. Verdi: La Traviata (at Opera Holland Park)
Heavily censored at its 1853 premiere, Verdi’s impassioned portrait of a celebrated courtesan in the last months of her life remains one of the most powerful stories of nineteenth century Paris, decadence, disease and selfless love.
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Jul 19 - Aug 2, 2025
City of London Sinfonia

London · Opera Holland Park

10. Music for a Summer’s Evening (at Opera Holland Park)
We open the evening with Mendelssohn’s Hebrides Overture, an all-time favourite depicting Scotland’s rugged landscapes and the power of the seas. This is followed by Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto, performed by Katherine Spencer; a masterpiece of elegance and lyrical beauty showcases the clarinet at its most expressive.
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Aug 7, 2025
City of London Sinfonia

London · Opera Holland Park

Conclusion
The City of London Sinfonia's season at Opera Holland Park is a testament to the enduring allure and adaptability of opera and orchestral music. From historical masterworks to innovative contemporary pieces, each performance is crafted to immerse audiences in a world where music speaks the universal language of emotion. Whether you are a seasoned opera-goer or new to the art form, this season offers something to engage and inspire. Join us for a journey through sound and story, and experience the magic of live music in one of London's most picturesque settings.
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