Waterperry Opera Festival

Waterperry Opera Festival 7-16 August 2026. A unique & innovative opera festival at Waterperry House & Gardens, Oxfordshire.

Another ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review for The Elixir of Love! "Sparkling and delightful… an utterly glorious evening“ - The Reviews HubDo...
11/09/2026

Another ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review for The Elixir of Love!

"Sparkling and delightful… an utterly glorious evening“ - The Reviews Hub

Don't just take our word for it — see for yourself why this fresh, funny take on Donizetti's classic is winning over audiences and critics alike at Wilton's Music Hall.

🎟️ Tickets are going fast! Book now to catch it before the run ends 19 September.

📣 WE'RE HIRING: HEAD OF MUSIC 📣With our current Head of Music moving on to new adventures (while staying with us as co-d...
11/09/2026

📣 WE'RE HIRING: HEAD OF MUSIC 📣

With our current Head of Music moving on to new adventures (while staying with us as co-director of our YA programme!), we're on the hunt for a dynamic new Head of Music to join the festival team.

This part-time role runs throughout the year, with more intensive involvement during our rehearsal period in July and festival period in August — a brilliant opportunity to be at the heart of Waterperry Opera Festival.

📅 Applications close Monday 21 September 2026, 9am. We'll be in touch with all applicants as soon as possible after the deadline.

Link in bio to apply 🎶

The Elixir of Love has opened at Wilton's Music Hall! 🎉Our brand new production of Donizetti's The Elixir of Love, in as...
09/09/2026

The Elixir of Love has opened at Wilton's Music Hall! 🎉

Our brand new production of Donizetti's The Elixir of Love, in association with Charles Court Opera, is now open in London — and running until 19 September! ✨

Don't miss this exciting cast in the oldest grand music hall in the world, a stunning Grade II listed building in the heart of London.

Book now — link in bio!

📸 Photography by Craig Fuller

✨ Cast Reveal for The Elixir of Love at Wilton's Music Hall! We're thrilled to announce the fabulous cast bringing Doniz...
07/09/2026

✨ Cast Reveal for The Elixir of Love at Wilton's Music Hall!

We're thrilled to announce the fabulous cast bringing Donizetti's The Elixir of Love to life at Wilton's Music Hall this September, featuring WOF and Charles Court Opera favourites alike:

🎭 Madeline Robinson as Adina
🎭 Xavier Hetherington as Nemorino
🎭 Matthew Kellett as Dulcamara
🎭 Maria Wotherspoon as Giannetta
🎭 James Geidt as Belcore

With Sarah Prestwidge covering the role of Adina, and performing the role on 12 September matinee performance.

Don't miss this fantastic production from the 8–19 September at Wilton's Music Hall 🎟️

✨ Creative team reveal for The Elixir of Love at Wilton's! Behind every unforgettable production is a brilliant creative...
04/09/2026

✨ Creative team reveal for The Elixir of Love at Wilton's!

Behind every unforgettable production is a brilliant creative team — meet the talent bringing Donizetti's The Elixir of Love to life at Wilton's Music Hall this September:

Director: John Wilkie
Musical Director & Librettist: David Eaton
Designer: Ceci Calf
Lighting Designer: Jake Wiltshire
Revival Lighting Designer: Nell Golledge
Choreographer: Merry Holden

A world-class team, ready to bring this fresh, funny production to one of London's most magical venues. 8–19 September, Wilton's Music Hall. 🎟️

Book tickets now through the link in bio.

Tickets are selling fast for our upcoming performances of The Elixir of Love at Wilton's Music Hall...got yours yet? 👀Bo...
28/08/2026

Tickets are selling fast for our upcoming performances of The Elixir of Love at Wilton's Music Hall...got yours yet? 👀

Book now through the link in bio. Don't miss out!

26/08/2026

Join Waterperry Opera Festival this September for this sparkling five-star production of Donizetti’s beloved romantic comedy, performed in English with an intimate piano accompaniment 🎶

Following a sold-out run at Waterperry Opera Festival 2026, this is your final chance to catch the production in London!

Presented in association with Charles Court Opera, with a new English libretto by David Eaton.

Director: John Wilkie
Musical Director: David Eaton
Set & Costume Designer: Ceci Calf
Lighting Designer: Jake Wiltshire
Choreographer: Merry Holden

Come and experience this charming, hilarious and romantic opera in the unique surroundings of Wilton’s Music Hall ✨

🎟️ Book your tickets now through the link in bio 🔗

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The Elixir of Love is coming to Wilton's Music Hall this September! 🍎Don't miss your opportunity to see this stunning ne...
24/08/2026

The Elixir of Love is coming to Wilton's Music Hall this September! 🍎

Don't miss your opportunity to see this stunning new five-star production of Donizetti's romantic comedy in English, with an intimate piano accompaniment 🎶

Presented in collaboration with Charles Court Opera and following a sold-out run at Waterperry Opera Festival 2026, this is your final chance to see this wonderful show.

“This hugely enjoyable production… is more than well worth catching however many times you have seen the opera – or even if you have never seen it!”
— LondonTheatre1, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Get tickets now through the link in bio 🔗

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Peter Rabbit's Musical Adventures 🐰🍃We were delighted to welcome over 700 audience members to our family production of P...
22/08/2026

Peter Rabbit's Musical Adventures 🐰🍃

We were delighted to welcome over 700 audience members to our family production of Peter Rabbit's Musical Adventures at Waterperry Opera Festival this summer! 🎶

We also visited six libraries and 11 schools with a specially tailored Peter Rabbit workshop for primary-aged children, working closely with the Buckinghamshire Music Trust and Oxfordshire Music Trust in facilitating these workshops.

We would like to extend our thanks to all the trusts and foundations who support our Learning and Participation work, including:

The Rothschild Foundation
The Laidlaw Trust
The Bartlett Taylor Charitable Trust
Aspinwall Education Trust
The Friends of the Young Musician’s Association

PETER RABBIT'S MUSICAL ADVENTURES
Based on The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter
Interwoven with Haydn String Quartet Op. 77 No. 1 and new songs by Samuel Bordoli

CAST
Narrator: Oskar McCarthy

MORASSI QUARTET
Violin 1: Natasha Humphries
Violin 2: Katie Mazur
Viola: Toby Warr
Cello: Iza Stefanska

CREATIVE TEAM
Original Director: Guy Verall-Withers
Composer of Songs: Samuel Bordoli
Facilitators: Emily Varney & Rebecca Anderson
Set & Costume Designer: Jade Newman Turner
Production Manager: Thomas J. Quine
Stage Manager: Phoebe Francis

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That's a wrap on Waterperry Opera Festival 2026! 🎭✨ A huge thank you to our incredible audiences, artists, crew and crea...
19/08/2026

That's a wrap on Waterperry Opera Festival 2026! 🎭✨

A huge thank you to our incredible audiences, artists, crew and creatives for making this such an amazing year. Your passion and support are what make this festival special.

Can't wait to see you all again from 13–22 August 2027 💫

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