A Night at The Opera at Christmas (feat. Nessun Dorma) at St James' Church Piccadilly

London

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Official tickets via Fever
WHEN Tuesday 29 December
ADDRESS St James's Church, W1J 9LL, London Directions

⭐ Experience an enchanting evening of festive opera in London. Let the magic of the season surround you with timeless music and candlelit charm!

Highlights

  • 🎼 Exceptional Piccadilly Sinfonietta and top UK operatic voices.
  • 🎶 A sparkling Christmas concert with the greatest opera arias.
  • ✨ Candlelit, atmospheric setting at St James Church Piccadilly.
  • 🌟 Featuring Susan Parkes (Soprano) and additional guest artists.

General Info

  • 📅 Date: Tuesday 29th December, 2026
  • ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  • 📍 Location: St James Church, 197 Piccadilly, London, W1J 9LL

Description

Celebrate the magic of the festive season with an enchanting evening of passion, drama, and timeless music. Join the exceptional Piccadilly Sinfonietta and some of the UK’s finest operatic voices for a sparkling Christmas concert featuring a glittering selection of the greatest opera arias ever composed, performed in the atmospheric, candlelit setting of St James Church Piccadilly.

This special seasonal concert brings together the warmth of Mozart, the intensity of Puccini and Verdi, and the allure of Bizet and Donizetti in a programme designed to stir the soul and lift the spirit, perfect for a winter’s evening. Let the festive lights of London and the historic charm of this Baroque gem surround you with beauty, music, and celebration.

Nestled in the heart of the city and close to some of London’s finest restaurants and bars, St Mary le Strand is a hidden architectural treasure, a perfect setting for a festive night out.

Featuring Susan Parkes (Soprano) with additional guest artists

The Piccadilly Sinfonietta Programme Highlights

  • “Libiamo!” La Traviata - Verdi
  • “Donde lieta” La Boheme – Puccini
  • “Non Più Andrai” La Nozze di Figaro - Mozart
  • “Un Aura Amorosa” Cosi 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
  • “”Vissi d’arte”. Tosca -Puccini
  • “Nessun Dorma” Turandot - Puccini
  • “Toreador” Carmen – Bizet

Frequently Asked Questions

It is a festive opera concert featuring top UK operatic voices and the Piccadilly Sinfonietta, held in a candlelit setting at St James Church in London.

The event is scheduled for Tuesday, 29th December 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

St James Church is located at 197 Piccadilly, London, W1J 9LL.

The concert features soprano Susan Parkes, additional guest artists, and the Piccadilly Sinfonietta orchestra.

The event includes a selection of the greatest opera arias performed by leading UK opera singers.

The concert is held indoors in the atmospheric, candlelit setting of St James Church Piccadilly.

Check the official event website for ticket availability and purchasing options.

Age restrictions, if any, are listed on the event's official website; please check there before attending.

Parking options are limited around Piccadilly, so using public transport in London is recommended.

The concert runs approximately one hour, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

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