**Event: The Magic Flute by Opera North**

**Dates:** 27 September 2024 - 29 March 2025

**Venues:**
- Leeds Grand Theatre
- Newcastle Theatre Royal
- The Lowry, Salford Quays
- Theatre Royal, Nottingham
- Hull New Theatre

**Overview:**
Opera North presents a captivating production of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's timeless opera, "The Magic Flute." This enchanting performance, directed by James Brining and featuring a colorful design by Colin Richmond alongside imaginative video by Douglas O’Connell, invites audiences into a world where the lines between day and night blur in the quest for love and truth.

**Synopsis:**
Join Prince Tamino in his adventurous quest to rescue Pamina, the daughter of the Queen of the Night, from the clutches of Sarastro, the Priest of the Sun. With the help of Papageno, the bird-catcher, and a magical flute, they navigate a world filled with trials, discovering that things are not always as they seem. Mozart's masterpiece combines heart-melting arias, dazzling vocal fireworks, and a story celebrating the reconciling power of music and imagination.

**Cast & Creative Highlights:**
- Pamina: Claire Lees / Soraya Mafi
- Tamino: Egor Zhuravskii / Trystan Llŷr Griffiths
- Queen of the Night: Anna Dennis
- Sarastro: Msimelelo Mbali / Justin Hopkins
- Papageno: Emyr Wyn Jones
- Papagena: Pasquale Orchard
- Conductors: Christoph Koncz, Oliver Rundell, Patrick Lange, Emilia Hoving

**Accessibility:**
The production offers BSL interpreted and audio-described performances, ensuring an inclusive experience for all audience members.

**Running Time:** Approximately 2 hours 45 minutes, including one interval.

**Language:** Sung in English with English subtitles.

**Ticket Information:**
Prices start from £16, with digital and printed programs available for purchase. Season Ticket Packages and discounts for under 30s and opera newcomers are available. Booking fees may apply.

**Special Notes:**
- Priority booking and specific performance dates for audio-described and signed performances are available.
- Become a Friend of Opera North for early access to tickets and exclusive benefits.

For more information and to book your tickets, visit Opera North's official website. Join us for a magical journey through Mozart's "The Magic Flute" and experience the power of music and imagination like never before.

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Opera North presents "The Magic Flute Lite," a captivating 90-minute version of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's classic opera, adapted from James Brining’s production. This enchanting performance is designed to delight audiences of all ages, making it an ideal experience for families, schools, and anyone looking to enjoy a shorter rendition of the beloved opera.

Set in an enchanted world, the story follows Prince Tamino on his daring quest to rescue Pamina, the daughter of the Queen of the Night, who is held captive by Sarastro, the Priest of the Sun. Accompanied by Papageno, a bird-catcher in search of love, their journey unfolds into a discovery that challenges their perceptions of good and evil, day and night. This production promises to immerse audiences in the timeless tale and the beauty of Mozart’s music, featuring the full orchestra and chorus of Opera North, albeit in a condensed format.

"The Magic Flute Lite" will be performed in English, with English subtitles, ensuring accessibility for all. The opera is set to tour various prestigious venues, including Leeds Grand Theatre, Newcastle Theatre Royal, The Lowry in Salford Quays, and Theatre Royal in Nottingham, from 20 February to 20 March 2025. Each performance will last approximately 90 minutes, including one interval.

Ticket prices start from £16, with various discounts available, including season ticket packages, under 30s memberships, and special rates for those new to opera. Booking fees may apply and prices vary by venue. To enhance the opera-going experience, audiences are encouraged to become a Friend of Opera North for just £5 per month, gaining early access to tickets, dress rehearsals, and exclusive events.

Booking dates for tickets vary by location, with priority booking available for patrons and friends of Opera North, followed by groups, under 30s, schools, and then general sale. For more information on booking dates, venues, and to secure your tickets for this magical journey, visit Opera North's official website.

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