OPERA GALA
Sat 23 & Sun 24 November 2024
“Outstanding performances from all the singers and Robin Humphries was brilliant, as usual. Some clever staging and the introductory explanations were amusing and useful.”
“A delight. Passionately committed young singers, and witty, intelligent direction.”
“We have had many great nights at Clonter and this was up there with the best of them – 5 great performers and brilliantly chosen repertoire.”
“We were very impressed with the quality of the performers.”
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Our 50th anniversary celebrations will culminate in not just one but two Opera Galas this year – an evening performance on Saturday 23rd and a matinee on Sunday 24th November, and to make it extra special, it will be with orchestra, with a programme that will include the overture and champagne chorus from Johann Strauss II’s best loved opera, Die Fledermaus, as well as arias and ensembles from other well-known composers from the world of opera, operetta and musical theatre.
Arguably the most popular event in Clonter’s annual operatic calendar consists of a variety of well-loved opera arias, duets and ensembles, followed by some musical theatre classics, in a well-established operatic prelude to Christmas, and is ideal for anyone who has not been to an opera before, but would like to dip their toe in the water, before committing to a full-blown one. Each item is set into context, so no prior knowledge is necessary.
Ticket Pricing & Booking Information
Sat 23 November
Tickets £55, £65, £70, £75, FREE for 26-year-olds and under (ID may be required)
Group Discount (10% Discount) 10+
U3A Discount (10% Discount)
Doors Open 6pm
Performance Starts 7pm
Interval 70 minute supper interval; pre-order supper, or bring your own picnic
Sun 24 November (Matinee)
Tickets £48, £58, £63, £68, FREE for 26-year-olds and under (ID may be required)
Group Discount (10% Discount) 10+
U3A Discount (10% Discount)
Doors Open 2pm
Performance Starts 3pm
Interval 30 minutes; pre & post-performance tea available, or bring your own picnic
Priority Booking for Patrons 17th May
Priority Booking for Friends 24th May
General Sale 31st May
Drink Arrangements – Please note that any drink consumed inside the premises must be purchased from the bar. For Friends and Patrons of Clonter who wish to bring their own drink, a corkage fee of £4 per person will apply (payable in advance on 01260 224514).
N.B. Table and catering booking facilities close a week before the performance date. Pre-order drinks facilities close at 4pm on the Wednesday before the performance.