Set Designer

Step into the glittering world of nineteenth century Paris as one of opera's most unforgettable love stories takes centre stage. La traviata is Verdi at full brilliance, weaving a tale that shimmers with glamour, passion, and heartbreak. At its heart is Violetta, a woman adored by society yet living a life defined by fragility and compromise. When the earnest and hopeful Alfredo enters her world, she dares to imagine a future shaped by love rather than expectation. Their romance is intoxicating, but the world they inhabit is quick to judge, and their happiness comes under threat from the very forces they long to escape.

La traviata

Buxton Opera House

Opera and dance combine in this story with a dark heart and strong contemporary resonance.

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Opera North - Susanna

Theatre Royal Nottingham

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.

Love Life

Leeds Grand Theatre

Framed as a TV sitcom episode, this warm-hearted story of unrequited love unfolds with the arrival of a love potion salesman on a beautiful English country house estate staffed by Land Girls and locals.

The Elixir of Love

London Coliseum

Friendship, bravery and fighting for fairness lead the way in this adventurous retelling of Robin Hood.

Robin Hood and Maid Marian try to outwit the greedy Sheriff of Nottingham, facing unexpected challenges and discovering that kindness and determination can be just as powerful as strength. Filled with friendship and courage, this heartwarming tale shows how working together and standing up for what's right can make a real difference.

Set Designer

Zahra Mansouri

Events

Upcoming events

13 - 20 Feb, 2027

Robin Hood a NEW ballet for children · Northern Ballet

Past events

11 - 25 Jul, 2026

La traviata · Buxton Opera House

Nov 21, 2025

Opera North - Susanna · Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall

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