Enjoy an evening of opera at Ely Cathedral with talented soloists performing iconic arias and show-stopping ensembles. Ideal for first-time visitors and devoted fans, this 2026 programme celebrates the passion and drama of Verdi, Puccini, Mozart, and more.
🎵 This experience is brought to you by Candlelight Concerts. This concert is not affiliated with the Fever Original Candlelight series.
Highlights
🎼 Stunning programme of compositions including Flower Duet and Habanera
🎹 Exceptional classical performances
⭐ The perfect option for first-time classical concert-goers
General Info
📅 Date: Friday 20th March 2026
🕒 Time: 7:30 p.m. – 9:45 p.m.
👤 Age requirement: all ages welcome
Soloists:
Claire Wild
Rebecca Afonwy-Jones
Robyn Iyn Evans
Philip Smith
PROGRAMME
Rossini – Barber of Seville Overture
Puccini – O Mio Babbino Caro from Gianni Schicchi
Verdi – La donna è mobile from Rigoletto
Verdi – Sempre libera from La Traviata
Bizet – Habanera from Carmen
Puccini – Un bel dì vedremo from Madama Butterfly
Puccini – E lucevan le stelle from Tosca
Puccini – Nessun Dorma from Turandot
Mozart – Voi che sapete from The Marriage of Figaro
…and many, many more!
ABOUT
A Night at the Opera has been completely refreshed and expanded for 2026, building on the success of previous years with an even richer and varied musical journey.
This newly enhanced edition now features four soloists, with the addition of a baritone alongside soprano, mezzo-soprano and tenor. This expanded line-up brings some of opera’s greatest showstoppers, including the irresistible ‘Largo al factotum’ from The Barber of Seville,the triumphant ‘Toreador Song’ from Carmen, as well as celebrated ensemble highlights – from Mozart’s serene trio ‘Soave sia il vento’ from Così fan tutte to Verdi’s dramatic quartet ‘Bella figlia dell’amore’ from Rigoletto.
At the heart of the concert, audiences will still find the favourite moments they know and love, with a sparkling mix of duets and trios from operatic classics including The Magic Flute, La traviata, Madama Butterfly, Tosca and Turandot.
The programme features some of opera’s most treasured solo arias – from the infectious brilliance of Verdi’s ‘La donna è mobile’, to the tender beauty of ‘O mio babbino caro’ and the soaring, triumphant finale ‘Nessun dorma’. Whether you are discovering opera for the first time or returning for another unforgettable evening, this newly reimagined 2026 programme promises passion, drama, laughter, and music that lingers long after the final note.
