Last Night at the Opera
A Spectacular End to the Season.
16th August 2026
Mainstage, Waterperry Gardens
With the Waterperry Opera Festival Orchestra.
Bring the 2026 Waterperry Opera Festival to a stunning close with Last Night at the Opera - an unforgettable evening of opera’s greatest hits, featuring four sensational soloists, our festival orchestra, and conductor Bertie Baigent on the mainstage.
Credits
Programme to be announced.
Timings
Performance starts at 7pm. Approx finish 9:45pm.
Extended Dining Interval of 1 hr 15 mins.
Tickets
Tickets start at £27, with a small booking fee.
Under 35s Tickets at £17, Under 16s Tickets at £15, Benefit Holder/NHS Blue Light Tickets at £19.
Cast
Conductor | Bertie Baigent
Soprano Soloist | Alison Langer
Mezzo Soloist | Annie Reilly
Tenor Soloist | Guy Elliott
Baritone Soloist | Matthew Palmer
FAQs
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Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes, including a 60-minute dining interval.
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A grand open-air celebration of opera’s greatest moments — arias, duets, and ensembles performed by the Waterperry Opera Festival Orchestra and soloists in front of the house.
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Yes! With familiar classics from Mozart to Puccini, this gala is a perfect introduction to the world of opera.
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On the Mainstage, in front of Waterperry House.
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The Mainstage offers flat, grass seating areas with level paths leading from the Box Office.
Wheelchair and companion spaces are available to reserve.
Rubber matting is installed in aisles for secure movement.
Stewards are on hand to assist with seating and egress after the performance.
