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Costume
Particular attention is given to the design and quality of our costumes which are as authentic as possible. Whether it is a period evening dress, such as Regency, Victorian or Edwardian to enhance a gala performance or a full production, the costumes will be of the highest quality and style. The company also has a collection of costumes from the Royal Opera House, English National Opera and Glyndebourne Festival Opera.

The company received a standing ovation in one of the world's greatest opera houses La Fenice in Venice
Violetta in a highlight performance of Verdi's 'La Traviata'.

Accompaniment
This can range from piano or harp, small instrumental ensemble and up to a full orchestra, or backing tracks where appropriate.

The company received a standing ovation in one of the world's greatest opera houses La Fenice in Venice
The company received a standing ovation in one of the world's greatest opera houses La Fenice in Venice

Bespoke performances
The company has undertaken specific commissions on many occasions, which included the first performance in costume of Elgar's only opera 'The Spanish Lady' at Madresfield Court

The Salisbury Festival – afternoon performance at Trafalgar Park, Wiltshire
The Salisbury Festival – afternoon performance at Trafalgar Park, Wiltshire
Al fresco performance of 'The Magic Flute'
Al fresco performance of 'The Magic Flute'

SHOWS - 'A Night at the Opera'

'A Night at the Opera'
Offering a series of stylish and entertaining programmes created for theatres and festival performances, and also ideal for corporate, charity and private events and for linking with a dinner or reception. The artists appear in sumptuous costumes with attractive sets and stage dressing.

The performances of the highest artistic standards are introduced with a 'light touch', presenting opera as an entertainment for opera lovers and newcomers alike.

'A Night at the Opera' - Programme 1
Featuring the works of Mozart, Verdi, Rossini, Bizet, Puccini, Offenbach and Gilbert & Sullivan - plus pieces from musicals if appropriate. The artists appear in Regency, Victorian or Edwardian evening dress.

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'A Night at the Opera' - Programme 2
Highlights from Verdi's 'La Traviata' in costume, followed by a programme of 'Popular Encores' from well known opera and operetta after an interval.

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'A Night at the Opera' - Programme 3
Highlights from Mozart's 'The Magic Flute' in costume, followed by a programme of 'Popular Encores' from well known opera and operetta after an interval.

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'A Passion for Puccini'
A programme exclusively of Puccini with highlights in costume from some of the most popular operas in the repertoire. Including 'La Bohème', 'Madame Butterfly', 'Tosca', 'Gianni Schicchi' and 'Turandot', as well as from the lesser known works including 'Edgar', 'La Rondine'.

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'A Christmas Night at the Opera'
Featuring the works of the great opera and operetta composers, plus repertoire associated with the Christmas Season including Puccini's 'La Bohème'. The audience will be invited to join the soloists in popular carols at the end of the programme.

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