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Valentine’s Night at the Opera at Ely Cathedral (featuring Nessun Dorma)

14 February @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
£20 – £45

⭐ Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a breathtaking night of opera classics by candlelight at Ely Cathedral, featuring Nessun Dorma, performed by The Piccadilly Sinfonietta and world-class soloists.

Treat your valentine to something special this Valentine’s Day. This year, celebrate with a candlelit opera concert at Ely Cathedral for an evening that feels memorable. Taking place on 14th February, the concert brings together live opera, classical music and candlelight within one of England’s most striking cathedral settings.

The programme features a selection of some of the most recognisable and loved opera arias, performed in the atmospheric surroundings of Ely Cathedral. It is a Valentine’s concert that feels romantic and cultural, offering a considered way to mark the occasion.

Highlights
🎼 A romantic programme of iconic opera arias and duets, including Nessun Dorma, Habañera, Toreador Song, and more.
✨ Performed by The Piccadilly Sinfonietta, soprano Susan Parkes, and guest soloists.
🎶 Music by Verdi, Mozart, Puccini, Bizet, and Donizetti.
⛪ A magical Valentine’s evening set in the candlelit beauty of Ely Cathedral.
💖 An unforgettable experience perfect for a romantic night out.

General Info
📅 Date: February 14, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM – 9:20 PM
📍 Location: Ely Cathedral, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4DL
🎟️ All sales are final; no changes or refunds are allowed

Description
Celebrate Valentine’s with an unforgettable night of romantic opera classics, candlelight, and musical elegance in the stunning surroundings of Ely Cathedral 

Enjoy an exceptional performance of some of the world’s greatest operatic repertoire—perfectly chosen to capture the passion, drama, and tenderness of love. Set in the atmospheric glow of candlelight, this special Valentine’s concert features the outstanding musicians of The Piccadilly Sinfonietta and some of the UK’s most accomplished operatic soloists. Whether you’re sharing the evening with someone special or simply indulging your love of great music, this will be a night to remember.

With a wonderful selection of restaurants and bars nearby, it’s the ideal way to complete your romantic evening in the heart of Edinburgh.

Featuring
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Susan Parkes (Soprano) and special guest operatic soloists

Programme includes
“Libiamo!” – La Traviata, Verdi
“Voi Che Sapete” – Le Nozze di Figaro, Mozart
“Non Più Andrai” – Le Nozze di Figaro, Mozart
“Un Aura Amorosa” – Così Fan Tutte, Mozart
“La Ci Darem la Mano” – Don Giovanni, Mozart
“Una Furtiva Lagrima” – L’Elisir d’Amore, Donizetti
“Habañera” – Carmen, Bizet
“Au Fond du Temple Saint” – Les Pêcheurs de Perles, Bizet
“Un Bel Di” – Madama Butterfly, Puccini
“Nessun Dorma” – Turandot, Puccini
“Toreador Song” – Carmen, Bizet

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