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Opera Holland Park is thrilled to announce a scintillatingly silly co-production with Charles Court Opera of Gilbert and Sullivan's comic opera, "Ruddigore." This production lampoons etiquette books and the Victorian obsession with the supernatural, featuring a witch’s curse, a thwarted courtship, an assumed identity, and the irksome business of committing daily acts of wickedness. Directed and starring John Savournin as Sir Despard Murgatroyd, the opera showcases a splendid cast of Gilbert & Sullivan stalwarts alongside fresh talent.

The creative team behind this production includes David Eaton as the conductor, Madeleine Boyd as the designer, Mark Jonathan handling lighting design, Richard Harker as the chorus master, and Merry Holden as the choreographer. The cast features Matthew Kellett as Sir Ruthven Murgatroyd, Stephen Gadd as Sir Roderic Murgatroyd, David Webb as Richard Dauntless, and many more talented performers.

Priority booking for the event opens with varying dates starting from Wednesday, 22 February for Jubilee Society, Founders, and Benefactors, leading up to general booking on Wednesday, 5 April. The opera promises an engaging experience with a running time of 2 hours and 55 minutes, including a 30-minute interval, and will be performed in English with surtitles.

Special performances include a Discovery Matinee on Saturday, 12 August 2023, at 2:00 pm, although tickets for this particular showing are currently sold out. However, there may be opportunities to secure Monday Rush tickets for those still interested in attending.

This production of "Ruddigore" is not only a testament to Opera Holland Park's commitment to delivering high-quality performances but also an opportunity to experience a polished and joyful rendition of a Gilbert & Sullivan masterpiece.

Ruddigore

Opera Holland Park

Experience the power and passion of Wagner's epic opera, "Die Walküre," brought to life by Regents Opera in May 2023. This compelling production promises to captivate audiences with its dynamic and streamlined approach to one of the most famous operas in the Ring Cycle. Critics have hailed this innovative interpretation as a potential future for opera, with THE GUARDIAN praising its "lean and mean" delivery and OPERA NOW celebrating it as "Fringe Opera at its greatest."

Set in the majestic Grand Temple at Freemasons' Hall in London, this event will unfold over three unforgettable performances on Sunday 21st, Tuesday 23rd, and Saturday 27th May 2023. Under the baton of conductor Ben Woodward, the opera will be presented in a special arrangement for a 21-piece orchestra, ensuring an intimate yet powerful auditory experience.

The production features a stellar cast, including Brian Smith Walters as Siegmund, Justine Viani as Sieglinde, Gerrit Paul Groen as Hunding, Keel Watson as Wotan, Ingeborg Børch as Fricka, and Catharine Woodward as Brünnhilde, among others. Each performer is set to bring their unique talents to their roles, promising an evening of unforgettable musical and dramatic excellence.

Directed by Caroline Staunton and with music direction by Ben Woodward, this rendition of "Die Walküre" is not to be missed. Whether you're a long-time Wagner enthusiast or new to the world of opera, this production by Regents Opera offers a fresh and thrilling experience of a timeless classic. Join us at the Grand Temple, Freemasons' Hall, London, for a journey into the heart of Wagner's mythical world.

Caroline Carragher

Mezzo-soprano

Events

Past events

9 - 12 Aug, 2023

Ruddigore · Opera Holland Park

21 - 27 May, 2023

Die Walküre · Regents Opera

Future and recently performed repertoire

Rossweisse in Die Walküre by Wagner

Regents Opera

Ruth in Ruddigore by Sullivan

Opera Holland Park

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