Last Night at the Opera
An unforgettable finale of opera’s greatest hits.
17th August 2025
Main Stage, Waterperry Gardens
With the Waterperry Opera Festival Orchestra.
Join us for an unforgettable night of opera at Waterperry House and Gardens as we end our 2025 Festival with a celebration of some of the greatest opera classics. Experience an evening of much-loved songs, exceptional performances, and joyous melodies that bring the magic of opera to life.
Pack your picnic and raise a glass to our end-of-season Last Night at the Opera! Hear the Waterperry Opera Festival Orchestra, conducted by the internationally acclaimed Bertie Baigent, alongside wonderful soloists. From soaring arias to dazzling orchestral overtures, this grand finale celebrates the magic of live open-air opera, staged against the beautiful backdrop of Waterperry House.
Credits
Gala Concert with the Waterperry Opera Festival Orchestra and Soloists.
Timings
Performance starts at 6:30pm. Approx finish 10pm.
Extended Dining Interval of 1 hr 15.
Tickets
Tickets start at £25, with a small booking fee.
Under 16s Tickets at £15.
General Booking opens on the 8th April.
Creative Team
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Bertie Baigent
CONDUCTOR
Cast
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Faryl Smith
SOPRANO
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Samantha Price
MEZZO SOPRANO
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Xavier Hetherington
TENOR
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TBC
BARITONE
FAQs
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This opera gala lasts approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes, including a 90-minute dining interval.
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This gala performance is a celebration of opera’s greatest moments, featuring a selection of arias, duets, and ensembles from beloved operas.
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Absolutely! This concert offers a variety of musical highlights, making it a perfect introduction to opera.
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The performance will take place on the Mainstage in Waterperry Gardens.
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Last Night at the Opera is performed on the Mainstage, which has flat paths leading to the venue. Disabled spaces are available to book.