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English National Opera is founded on the belief that opera of the highest quality should be accessible to everyone. We forge ground-breaking collaborations across art forms, and our world-class productions inspire, surprise, and captivate. We sing in English. We believe that singing in our own language connects the performers and the audience to the drama onstage, and enhances the experience for a

ll. We bring our productions to the widest possible audience, whether at the London Coliseum, nationally or internationally. We make our work accessible by offering a large proportion of tickets at affordable prices, and by distributing it widely on screen and via digital media. We nurture talent across the entire company, whether on-stage, backstage, or in the pit. We provide a platform for young singers to develop global careers. We tell the world's most timeless stories, unforgettably.

26/06/2024

Due to illness, Joseph Calleja has had to withdraw from performing at the Oxford Festival of the Arts on Thursday 27 June. We are pleased to announce that in his place Nicky Spence will be reunited with the ENO Orchestra, performing everything from Verdi and Puccini, to Bizet and Handel.

Find out more and book here 👇

The ENO Orchestra play in the Oxford Festival of Arts in June 2024

24/06/2024

🎻 This Thurs 27 June, the ENO Orchestra appear alongside tenor Joseph Calleja at the Oxford Festival of the Arts performing everything from Verdi and Puccini, to Bizet and Lehár 🎶

Find out more and book here 👇

The ENO Orchestra play in the Oxford Festival of Arts in June 2024

10/06/2024

Just announced: Patti LuPone at the London Coliseum

Did you know, ENO Members receive priority booking for operas, musicals and selected other performances at the London Coliseum?

Sign up now to book tickets to Patti LuPone ahead of public booking ⚡️

👉 www.eno.org/friends

05/06/2024

ENO's 2024/25 London Coliseum Season is on sale NOW🙌

Tickets start at just £10 🎉
FREE tickets for under 21s 🤯
Discounted opera tickets for under 35s 🤩

Book now at www.eno.org and let us know which productions you'll be seeing in the comments 🎶

22/05/2024

Amp up your excitement for the 2024/25 season with our Spotify playlist 🎧🎵

open.spotify.com/playlist/1fU6w634ndNp3LDVgqsoIJ?si=71122c8e808c4b1e

15/05/2024

Get ready to explore the magic of the English National Opera 🔍

Dive into the excitement of our upcoming 2024/25 London Coliseum Season.

Supporters priority booking from midday.

www.eno.org

14/05/2024

2024/25 London Coliseum Season.

Coming tomorrow ✨

08/05/2024

Classical music is prominent in more places than you think 😯

It's likely you'll have heard classical and opera music in some of the most famous cartoons, including these ones - www.eno.org/discover-opera/opera-in-tv/

06/05/2024

🎶 Elevate Your Study Sessions 🎶

If you're looking for inspiration on opera singers and arias to accompany you on your academic journey, then look no further as we have curated a list of who and what to add to your study playlist.

www.eno.org/discover-opera/explore-more/opera-singers-to-add-to-your-study-playlist/

02/05/2024

Whether you’re an opera lover or a newcomer, you will have come across some of opera’s most well-known music 🤩

You may not have noticed before, but opera is referenced in so many of your favourite films, including all of these - www.eno.org/discover-opera/opera-in-film/

30/04/2024

Afternoon plans sorted ✅

Check out our Opera Arias playlist on YouTube and get lost in the music🎵

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7ShuxblyYmFzguUukV8MgoaNPQOvXU7d&si=CTLlcsAlXbDe1X07

22/04/2024

Congratulations BBC Education on 100 years! We loved collaborating on a singing lesson with them back in 2020 😍

Learn about what happens in our bodies when we sing, and why it makes us feel so good🙌

Learn about what happens in our bodies when we sing, and why it makes us feel so good in our BBC Bitesize lesson all about singing: http://bbc.in/38GzZi3-Sub...

19/04/2024

Can't seem to concentrate on studying?

We put together a list of opera singers to add to your study playlist so you can get your head down and stimulate that brain of yours 🎓

www.eno.org/discover-opera/explore-more/opera-singers-to-add-to-your-study-playlist/

16/04/2024

✨ Watch ✨

Check out our YouTube channel for your video content fix, from interviews to arias 😍

English National Opera is the national opera company dedicated to one simple aim: making opera for everyone.We sing in English to be as accessible to the wid...

11/04/2024

✨ Listen ✨

We created the perfect opera playlist to sing along to whilst you cook🧑‍🍳

open.spotify.com/playlist/3DOhlBeSyxUlB2cLaTeObg?si=45696f7da778430b

09/04/2024

A massive thank you to everyone who came to one of our relaxed performances this season, we’ve absolutely loved having you all ♥️

Relaxed performances are for everyone, providing a welcoming and inclusive environment which can be enjoyed by all.

01/04/2024

The 2023/24 Season has come to an end, and whilst we prepare for the next one, we want to take a moment to appreciate what a fabulous season it’s been 😍

Which shows did you come and see?

28/03/2024

‘This fast-selling run, which won applause and hearty laughter on first night, is a must-see’ ★★★★ The Observer.

closes 30 March.

The anarchy and invention of Simon McBurney’s Mozart production triumphs as ENO plays on; Puccini gets a rough ride at English Touring Opera. Plus, the pros and cons of Radio 3’s new schedule

27/03/2024

'High quality talent, bracing drama' ★★★★ Bachtrack.

closes tonight.

David Alden's production is a vivid telling of Janáček's devastating village drama. With a terrific cast and a splendid performance from the pit, this revival is an unalloyed artistic success.

25/03/2024

'Unique, startling and completely unforgettable' ★★★★ The Guardian.

With thanks to the Colwinston Charitable Trust. Plus a huge thanks to all who came to see .

A last-minute cast substitution added a remarkable gender twist to Bartók’s opera about marital disintegration

22/03/2024

'Hill-Gibbins’s detailed direction is full of clever touches' ★★★★ The Times.

Final performance of 23 March.

London Coliseum

22/03/2024

'Extraordinarily vivid' ★★★★ The Stage.

Watch on 23 March.

English National Opera and Joe Hill-Gibbins’ staging of Béla Bartók’s troubling opera hits home

20/03/2024

'Powerful performance of Janáček’s hard-hitting opera' ★★★★ The Stage.

runs until 27 March.

Powerful performance of Janáček’s hard-hitting opera

19/03/2024

'A beautifully devastating experience.' ★★★★★ The Express.

runs until 27 March.

Another triumph as The ENO continues its revival from recent troubles with a searingly effective production of Janáek's magnificent opera Jenfa.

15/03/2024

Thank you to everyone who came to the relaxed performance on Tuesday, what an absolutely wonderful day ✨

It was our highest turnout ever for a relaxed performance 😍

14/03/2024

'Austere yet unflinching, it remains a formidable piece of theatre.' ★★★★ The Guardian.

is running until 27 March.

Jennifer Davis in the title role and Susan Bullock as Kostelnička are both outstanding in Janáček’s unremittingly intense tale relocated to a drab industrial town in post-communist Europe

12/03/2024

We're thrilled to have been nominated for 3 this year 🎉

Blue and The Rhinegold have both been nominated for Best New Opera Production 🙌

And Marina Abramovic is nominated for Outstanding Achievement in Opera for 7 Deaths of Maria Callas ✨

11/03/2024

A tale of honour, love and sacrifice 🥀

Janáček’s heart-breaking dystopian drama, Jenůfa is one not to miss.

Runs until 27 March, get your tickets now 🎫

www.eno.org/whats-on/jenufa/

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Tuesday	10am - 6pm
Wednesday	10am - 6pm
Thursday	10am - 6pm
Friday	10am - 6pm
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✨ Listen ✨ We created the perfect opera playlist to sing along to whilst you cook🧑‍🍳 open.spotify.com/playlist/3DOhlBeSyxUlB2cLaTeObg?si=45696f7da778430b

A tale of honour, love and sacrifice 🥀 Janáček’s heart-breaking dystopian drama, Jenůfa is one not to miss. Runs until 27 March, get your tickets now 🎫 www.eno.org/whats-on/jenufa/

⚡ Ever wondered what a foley artist does and how they create the sound effects you hear in opera, theatre and film? ⚡ Meet Ruth, the foley artist for The Magic Flute 🤩 Check out Ruth in action at #ENOFlute running until 30 March.

'A mesmerising spin on an old classic' ★★★★★ The Independent. Don't wait to see Simon McBurney’s enchanting five-star production of The Magic Flute ✨ Runs until 30 March. Get your tickets now 🎫 www.eno.org/whats-on/the-magic-flute/

Imagine hearing this live ✨ Get your tickets to #ENOFlute now🎫 eno.org/whats-on/the-magic-flute/

Don’t miss out on this operatic rendition of the pop-culture sensation The Handmaid’s Tale. Get your tickets here 👉 bit.ly/47lM0q0

Don’t miss Margaret Atwood's dystopian masterpiece brought to life on stage. A must-see opera for fans of the TV show and novel. Get your tickets now 👉 bit.ly/47lM0q0

The Handmaids Tale Interview with Annilese Miskimmon

You know the book, the TV show and maybe even the movie but did you know that there is an opera based on The Handmaid’s Tale? No worries if you haven’t, our conversation with Director, Annilese Miskimmon, will get you up to date. Get your tickets here 👉 bit.ly/47lM0q0

Auld Lang Syne

Happy New Year from everyone here at the ENO ✨

The Handmaid’s Tale

In just over a month we kick off our spring season with this hard-hitting, contemporary production. Opera meets sci-fi in this pop-culture beast of a story. Get your tickets here 👉 bit.ly/3vchZeN

Unwrap Romance

Unwrap romance this Christmas with a trip to the opera. Get dressed up, enjoy a glass of champagne and people-watch while heartbreak, tragedy and drama play out on stage. Get your tickets to our spring season here 👉 bit.ly/3Gsr45u

O come, all ye faithful

Which Christmas Carol is your favourite? Sing along with the ENO Chorus to this festive classic 👇

Hannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas

Have you watched Hannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas yet? Don’t miss the ENO Chorus in this Christmas spectacular. Watch the full show now on AppleTV+ or watch on Sky Mix this Saturday 👇

Get in the Christmas spirit and sing along with the ENO Chorus 👇 Sing along to more ENO Christmas carols here 👉 bit.ly/41rRi21

With our production of The Magic Flute opening in a matter of months, get ahead of the crowd and unwrap the magic of opera next season 👉 bit.ly/3Gsr45u

Unwrap music this Christmas and get yourself some tickets to the opera, you won't regret it 🎁 From the comedy of The Barber of Seville to the hard-hitting modern drama of The Handmaid’s Tale, we have something for you.

Unwrap Opera

From book-lovers to theatre buffs, music enthusiasts to EastEnders-fans. This Christmas, whatever their tastes, give your loved ones something incredible to unwrap that lasts well into the new year. Shop now 👉 bit.ly/3Gsr45u

Casta Diva

Our recent production of 7 Deaths of Maria Callas has us Casta Diva obsessed 🤩 Check out an excerpt from this incredible aria here 👇

7 Deaths of Maria Callas closes tonight 😭 but we had to know one thing before Marina Abramović goes. She has officially taken over London, but how does she take her tea?

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English National Opera is founded on the belief that opera of the highest quality should be accessible to everyone. We are a national company of international standard. We forge ground-breaking collaborations across art forms, and our world-class productions inspire, surprise, and captivate. We sing in English. We believe that singing in our own language connects the performers and the audience to the drama onstage, and enhances the experience for all. We bring our productions to the widest possible audience, whether at the London Coliseum, nationally or internationally. We make our work accessible by offering a large proportion of tickets at affordable prices, and by distributing it widely on screen and via digital media. We nurture talent across the entire company, whether on-stage, backstage, or in the pit. We provide a platform for young singers to develop global careers. We tell the world's most timeless stories, unforgettably.