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Welsh National Opera Peter Grimes
Welsh National Opera Peter Grimes

Welsh National Opera

Peter Grimes

Britten

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Event details

Tides of tragedy, a sea of struggle

Peter Grimes is a tale of isolation and prejudice. Haunted by rumours and suspicion, a fisherman finds himself grappling with inner demons as the local community turns against him. But what really happened to his apprentice? Uncover the mysteries of a coastal village, where the sea whispers secrets and everyone thinks they know your business, as tragedy unfolds against the ominous backdrop of powerful, melodic waves.

Britten’s iconic opera, rich with dramatic choruses, enthralling solos and the famous Sea Interludes, comes to life in this new production from WNO, where the forces of nature collide with the harshness of human behaviour. Dive into a turbulent sea and a storm of emotions for a performance that lingers on way after the final note.

Sung in English with English surtitles

Venue

Theatre — Mayflower Theatre

Price

From £17.00

Running Time

Approx. 3 hrs and 20 mins including 2 intervals

Special Effects Warnings

Contains haze and flashing lights (not strobe)

Content Warnings

Features themes of mental distress

This event takes place at

Mayflower Theatre

Commercial Road, Southampton, SO15 1GE 

Street level access to our foyer & Box Office is through the main entrance on Commercial Road.

Looking out at the empty red Mayflower Theatre auditorium with the house lights up
Discounts

Discounts do not apply to zone E unless otherwise stated.

Executive & Executive Plus Membership £6 off zones A-B only.
Access Member Discount £5 off zones A-B only.

Young Person Under 16 £10 with a full paying adult – available in all zones.

Groups (5+) £5 off.
Groups (10+) £6 off and one free with every 20 tickets purchased. Not available in zone A. Not available online – please call 02380 711811.
Schools & Young Person’s Groups (10+) £15 each plus one free supervisor with every 10 tickets purchased. All additional supervisors are standard price. Not available in zone A. Not available online – please email schools@mayflower.org.uk

Subscription Discounts

Subscriptions apply to all Operas in the Spring 2025 season. Find out about the subscription season

Subscription discounts are only available in price zones A-C.

Book 3 operas and receive 15% off
Book 2 operas and receive 10% off

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