An evening of opera at Dorfold Hall
Thu 2 May 2024 6:30 PM - 9:45 PM
Dorfold Hall, CW5 8LD
Description
Critically acclaimed new opera company Wild Arts (★★★★★ Opera Now, ★★★★ The Guardian) is delighted to bring an evening of opera to Dorfold Hall.
Our opera evening is a love story built around favourite opera arias, duets and ensembles, sung by the stars of tomorrow and played by a string quintet of top UK chamber musicians.
Doors will open at 6.30pm. The bar will be open for pre-concert drinks.
The performance will start at 7.30pm.
The performance is in two Acts of 40 minutes with a 30-minute interval. Interval drinks will be available to order in person on the night.
The finishing time will be approximately 9.30pm.
Wild Arts is a new company that brings world-class opera to locations often overlooked by others. Additionally, it nurtures young talent and runs an enriching programme for primary schools. More details on wildarts.org.uk.
Parking is free. Practical details will be in the ticket confirmation email. We will email you nearer the time with details of music and performers.
Tickets:
£60 Front rows | £45 General
Please book early to avoid disappointment.
Dorfold Hall and the Wild Arts team (Aki, Orlando and Max)
Timings
Doors open - 6.30pm
Performance begins - 7.30pm
(30-minute interval)
Carriages - 9.30pm
Prices
Front rows - £60
Standard - £45
Programme
Verdi Prelude and Opening Scene from La Traviata
Handel V’adoro, Pupille
Verdi Dal labbro il canto from Falstaff
Gershwin Slap that bass
Tchaikovsky Ya vas lyublu from the Queen of Spades
Gershwin Someone to watch over me
Lehàr Ich bin ein anständige Frau from The Merry Widow
Rossini Act I Finale stretto from L’italiana in Algeri
Lehrer Poisoning Pigeons in the Park
Rossini Ai capriccioso from L’italiana in Algeri
Mozart Deh Vieni from The Marriage of Figaro
Verdi Tace la notte from La Trovatore
Handel Scherzt infida from Ariodante
Lortzing Quartet from Undine
Rodgers & Hammerstein You’ll never walk alone from Carousel
About Dorfold Hall
From weddings and private parties, to corporate events, Dorfold Hall’s Cheshire estate plays host to the finest celebrations, where 400 years of enchanting heritage meets innovation, nestled in 800 acres of idyllic English countryside. The lovingly restored 17th century stately home and gardens combine the best of Jacobean splendour with an unmistakably contemporary feel, alongside riba award-winning avant-garde event structures and with every pour, every service, every conversation, a memorable moment to treasure is created.
Location
Dorfold Hall, CW5 8LD