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Based on Shakespeare’s popular comedy, Britten’s opera follows the consequences of a falling-out between the fairy-king Oberon and his queen, Tytania. Mistaken identities, confused lovers and alarming transformations are the result.
Returning to ENO, Robert Carsen’s production explores the blurred relationships between reality and dreams, the natural and supernatural, and sexual desire.
From the sliding string chords of the magic wood to the rustics’ well-intentioned entertainment, Britten’s ear for beguiling orchestration and melodic invention will enchant and entice you.
Leading the cast as Oberon and Tytania are counter-tenor Christopher Ainslie and soprano Soraya Mafi. The roles of the lovers are taken by a quartet of rising stars – Eleanor Dennis as Helena, Clare Presland as Hermia, David Webb as Lysander, and Matthew Durkan as Demetrius. Young British conductor Alexander Soddy makes his ENO debut.
- Address
London Coliseum, 33 St Martin's Lane, Westminster, London, WC2N 4ES
- Cancellation Policy
There are no exchanges or refunds available after purchase
- Duration
3hrs 00mins
- Good To Know
Sung in English, with surtitles projected above the stage.
No food or drink purchased off-site including alcohol, soft drinks and water are permitted inside the theatre.
- How Does It Work
You will receive a confirmation via email, please bring this with you to the venue. Present the email and booking reference to the box office staff they will exchange for your ticket of admission. We recommend you arrive a minimum of 30 minutes before the show to collect your tickets and settle into your seats.
- Suitable For Children
The venue do not permit children under 5 years old
- Times
01 Mar - 15 Mar 2018
- Where Do I Go
St Martins Lane, London, WC 4ES
By tube:
Charing Cross (5 minutes walk)
Leicester Square (4 minutes walk)
Covent Garden (7 minutes walk)
Embankment (7 minutes walk)
By rail:
Charing Cross (5 minutes walk)
Waterloo (20 minutes walk)
By bus:
3, 6, 9, 11, 12, 13, 15, 23, 24, 29, 53, 88, 91, 139, 159, 176
London Coliseum
London Coliseum, 33 St Martin's Lane, Westminster, London, WC2N 4ES
