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Opera North at The Lowry

Kristy Stott, Theatre Editor

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Opera North

Lowry, Salford
13-16 November 2024

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

From £20.00
Opera North at The Lowry
Opera North: A Midsummer Night's Dream. Image courtesy of Richard H Smith.
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The ever-brilliant Opera North bring their latest season of performance to The Lowry. Packed with magic and discovery, expect fantastical tales and a brand-new family show – The Big Opera Adventure – filled with wide-eyed adventure and singalong fun.

Following Benjamin Britten’s retelling of Shakespeare’s much-loved comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Gilbert and Sullivan’s inventive Gothic parody, Ruddigore, next up is the perfect introduction to opera for all ages. Mozart’s mesmerising work, The Magic Flute completes the beguiling trio on 15 & 16 November. A blend of fantasy, fun and romance, this captivating fairytale-like adventure is certain to lift hearts.

Opera North: The Magic Flute at The Lowry
Opera North: The Magic Flute. Image courtesy of Tristram Kenton.

Family audiences should also check out the afternoon performance of The Big Opera Adventure (16 November). Designed for young theatre-goers aged 5-12, this 50-minute show perfectly introduces the wonderful world of opera. Engaging and interactive, mini music-lovers will enjoy solving puzzles and singing along to this sign-interpreted performance.

With something for everyone, Opera North bring yet another compelling season of performance to Salford. Dive in.

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