Join us for midsummer madness as Shakespeare’s magical worlds mingle and collide in this comedy of errors featuring a special version of Britten’s score for piano, percussion and celeste.

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Britten: A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Bute Park

Opera North presents "Love Life," a groundbreaking Broadway musical by Kurt Weill and lyricist Alan Jay Lerner, famed for "My Fair Lady." This innovative production, set to captivate audiences from January 16 to 18, 2025, at the Leeds Grand Theatre, explores the journey of Sam and Susan Cooper. Through 150 years of American history, the couple navigates the highs and lows of their marriage without aging, offering a unique portrait of both a relationship and a nation's evolution.

"Love Life" was a hit upon its Broadway debut in 1948, celebrated for its ahead-of-its-time approach to musical theatre, blending traditional American popular music with vaudeville. The Opera North performances promise to be a historic event, marking the first definitive recording of the musical in collaboration with the Kurt Weill Foundation.

The show, sung in English with English subtitles, runs approximately 3 hours. Ticket prices start from £16, with digital and printed programs available for purchase. Opera North also offers various discounts and membership packages, including under-30s memberships and new-to-opera discounts, ensuring accessibility for all audiences.

This production not only represents an opportunity to experience a brilliantly entertaining show but also to engage with an important piece of musical theatre history. Don't miss the chance to see "Love Life" at the Leeds Grand Theatre, a performance that promises great heart and superlative entertainment.

Matthew Eberhardt

Events

Upcoming events

16 - 18 Jan, 2025

Love Life · Opera North

Past events

1 - 2 Jul, 2024

Britten: A Midsummer Night’s Dream · Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama

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