Name: Queen at the Opera
Start: 2025-06-08T00:00:00
Location: The Grange at Northington

The Grange Festival is set to captivate audiences with an eclectic array of performances in 2025, offering a rich tapestry of musical and artistic experiences. From the majestic orchestral tribute to Queen in 'Queen at the Opera' to the soulful rhythms of 'Summertime Swing' and the operatic splendor of 'Die Fledermaus,' the festival promises a feast for the senses. Highlights include a star-studded lineup for 'The Meath Gala' and a unique fusion of baroque music with modern dance in 'Les Indes galantes.' Join us in Hampshire for a journey through diverse genres and timeless artistry.

Diverse Harmonies: A Celebration at The Grange Festival

The Grange Festival 2025 is set to be a vibrant celebration of music and arts, featuring a diverse lineup from opera to jazz and ballet. This year's festival highlights a series of breathtaking performances including 'Queen at the Opera', a tribute to Freddie Mercury's love for opera, and 'Summertime Swing', a jazz fest with Europe's top big bands. Not to mention, the gala for The Meath Charity and the grandeur of 'Die Fledermaus'. Join us on this artistic journey at The Grange at Northington, Hampshire, UK.

A Symphony of Arts at The Grange Festival 2025: Celebrating Opera, Jazz, and More

Get ready for an unforgettable lineup of events featuring the renowned BBC Concert Orchestra. From a playful Wildlife Jamboree with CBeebies characters, to a dazzling disco dance-off, to operatic tributes to Queen's iconic music, there's something for everyone. Expect grand orchestral performances celebrating legendary screen soundtracks and TV classics. Dive into the world of floating sounds and experience the fusion of northern myths and southern passion. Join us as we explore the artistry and creativity behind these extraordinary events.

BBC Concert Orchestra's Spectacular Series: From Wildlife Jamborees to Queen's Opera

The Grange Festival 2025 promises an exciting lineup of events that harmoniously blend diverse musical genres and artistic expressions. Featuring seven captivating events, the festival celebrates everything from orchestral tributes to Queen and Bernstein to jazz, opera, cross-over performances, and a ballet double bill. Set against the backdrop of The Grange at Northington, Hampshire—an iconic venue renowned for its cultural heritage—this year's festival showcases some of the most talented performers and innovative productions, offering audiences an unforgettable artistic journey.

The Grange Festival 2025: A Celebration of Diverse Musical and Artistic Excellence

This summer, The Grange Festival in Hampshire, UK, offers a captivating array of events celebrating the power of music and dance. From the legendary rock of Queen to the vibrant jazz beats of the Concertgebouw Orchestra, and from the operatic splendor of Die Fledermaus to the innovative interpretations of Ballet Black, these events promise to delight audiences with a diverse array of performances. Each event showcases a unique blend of artistry and creativity, bringing together world-renowned performers and groundbreaking productions for an unforgettable cultural experience.

The Grange Festival: A Celebration of Music, Dance, and Artistic Diversity

Prepare to embark on a musical journey that blends nostalgia with innovation, as the BBC Concert Orchestra and The Grange Festival present a series of unforgettable events. From the timeless tunes of TV classics to an immersive citywide sound experience, and from the rock-opera fusion of Queen's masterpieces to the passionate interplay of Sibelius and Piazzolla, these concerts promise to exhilarate music lovers across the UK. Join us as we delve into the vibrant world of these concerts, spotlighting the extraordinary talents and the creative works they celebrate.

Exploring the Intersection of Music and Culture: A Journey Through Iconic Concerts

Delve into an auditory adventure with three extraordinary events that celebrate the arts, innovation, and timeless music. From the BBC Concert Orchestra's interactive 'City of Floating Sounds' to the operatic grandeur of 'Queen at the Opera', and the enthralling meeting of northern myths and southern passion in 'Sibelius & Piazzolla', these events promise to captivate and inspire. Join us as we explore the creative brilliance behind these performances, their connections to cultural legends, and the unique experiences they offer to audiences around the world.

Harmonious Journeys: Exploring the Soundscape of BBC Concert Orchestra and The Grange Festival

Step into the world of musical brilliance at The Grange Festival 2025, where timeless classics meet innovative performances. From a tribute to Queen's legendary album to the profound expressions in Les Indes galantes, this festival offers a rich tapestry of sounds and sights. Join us as we delve into the nuances of orchestral, jazz, opera, and ballet performances featuring world-renowned artists and creative visionaries, all set against the elegant backdrop of The Grange at Northington, Hampshire, United Kingdom.

A Symphony of Sound: Exploring The Grange Festival's 2025 Musical Extravaganza

2025 promises a symphony of experiences for music lovers, featuring unique events that blend classical orchestral sounds with groundbreaking themes. From the dynamic City of Floating Sounds: Multitudes in London to the extravagant celebration of Queen's musical legacy in Hampshire, and the evocative fusion of Nordic and Latin rhythms in Sibelius & Piazzolla, these concerts highlight the prowess and passion of renowned artists and performers. Join us as we explore these captivating musical escapades where tradition meets innovation.

Harmonious Journeys: Orchestral Adventures in London and Beyond

Get ready for a whirlwind of musical excellence as the BBC Concert Orchestra unveils an extraordinary lineup of events for 2025. From the nostalgic rhythms of jazz-age Paris to a magical blend of opera and rock with Queen's timeless classics, this year's offerings promise an unforgettable journey through the diverse landscapes of music. With a mix of classical brilliance, cultural tributes, and family-friendly jamborees, each event stands out by unique connections with history, culture, and artistic innovation. Let’s dive into this captivating series of performances that await music lovers around the world.

A Symphony of Events: BBC Concert Orchestra's Spectacular Line-Up for 2025

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Montserrat Caballé

The Grange Festival

BBC Concert Orchestra

As revolution brews in 1830s Paris, an endearing circle of friends show us what it means to truly live—for art, for love and for one another. Puccini’s radiant score brims with warmth and wit before breaking the heart with one of opera’s most unforgettable tragedies.

La Bohème

The Grange at Northington

The concert features classics including I’ve Got You Under My Skin and Come Fly with Me, performed in their original orchestrations, alongside hits from Sinatra's many films including Guys and Dolls and High Society.

Celebrating Sinatra

Power, seduction, and betrayal blaze beneath the Egyptian sun in Handel’s most celebrated opera, where Caesar’s arrival sparks Cleopatra’s battle for the throne and love and empire collide in a tale of political intrigue and dangerous desire.

Giulio Cesare

Conductor and harpsichordist Christophe Rousset and his period ensemble Les Talens Lyriques make their Festival debuts in concert performances of Mozart's late masterpiece, featuring Jeremy Ovenden as Tito.

Virtuosic singing, refined period style, and dramatic intensity converge in this sublime opera, performed by renowned soloists and musicians.

La Clemenza di Tito

A cruel rejection ignites this powerful exploration of love, pride, and the irreversible choices that shape our lives. Tchaikovsky’s exquisite score blends Russian soul with universal emotion, from vibrant dances to soaring arias and ensembles.

Eugene Onegin

When Aretha Franklin stepped in for Pavarotti to sing Nessun Dorma at the Grammys, she revealed what Opera and Soul have in common: heart-opening, transformative vocal power. Join conductor Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser, Welsh National Opera Orchestra and special vocal guests for this unforgettable exploration of the shared DNA of Opera, Soul, and Gospel.

The Soul of Opera

Following their sold-out visit in 2025, Ballet Black returns to the Festival with a programme celebrating their 25th Anniversary.

The Olivier Award-winning Ingoma choreographed by Mthuthuzeli November features alongside the UK premiere of a work by Alvin Ailey star, Hope Boykin — powerful, beautiful, and unmissable.

Ballet Black

Marking 50 years of Queen’s legendary album, A Night at the Opera, which introduced the world to Bohemian Rhapsody, Queen at the Opera is a one-of-a-kind concert that celebrates the connections between opera and the music of Queen and Freddie Mercury. Freddie Mercury had a lifelong passion for opera which fuelled his music, including his collaboration with acclaimed soprano Montserrat Caballé on the album Barcelona.

Queen at the Opera

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