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Wednesday Opera – A Midsummer Night’s DreamBenjamin Britten’s acclaimed opera, based on Shakespeare’s popular comedy, spins a tale of chaos unleashed by a feud between fairy-king Oberon and his queen, Titania—where mistaken identities, magical mishaps and alarming transformations ensue. Directed by Tony Award-winner Patrick Mason, with the Irish Chamber Orchestra conducted by David Brophy, in the grounds of Lismore Castle. 🎭🏰
2025 opera performances Lismore Castle: a limited number of €50.00 Restricted View Tickets are available for purchase.
Dining: A Midsummer-inspired Formal Dining menu by Eunice Power (Lismore Castle). 🍽️🏰Formal Opera Dining by Eunice Power and Eamo & Ró Gourmet Table Picnics from 5.15pm. Advance booking required for all dining.
Join us from 27 May to 2 June 2025 as Blackwater Valley Opera Festival marks its 15th anniversary with BVOF Artistic Director, Dieter Kaegi’s, programme of opera, music, and cultural events set in the majestic Blackwater Valley. 🎶🏞️
OTHER FESTIVAL PERFORMANCES:
• Henry Purcell Dido and Aeneas: with mezzo-soprano Paula Murrihy and the Irish Baroque Orchestra conducted by Nicholas McGegan, at St Carthage’s Cathedral. ✨⛪
CONCERTS AT DROMORE YARD:
• When Birds Do Sing: featuring mezzo-soprano Niamh O’Sullivan. 🎵🐦
• Baroque Hits: the festival finale with mezzo-soprano Paula Murrihy and the Irish Baroque Orchestra, conducted by Nicholas McGegan. 🎻🎶
Additional Events:
Enjoy 23 events, recitals, and concerts in 12 historic venues across the Blackwater Valley. 🏛️🎼🌄 🎭 Don’t miss our free dress rehearsal performance, exclusively for schools, inspiring the next generation of opera lovers. 🎶 Proud to partner with Music Generation Waterford to deliver dynamic education programmes, nurturing young musical talent across the region.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Lismore Castle, Dungarvan, Ireland
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