Madama Butterfly

Please note this show is rescheduled from 19 March 2021.

Welcoming back the fabulous Korean soprano Elena Dee and the celebrated international soprano Alyona Kistenyova*.

Back by overwhelming public demand, this award-winning Opera returns in a new production with exquisite sets including a spectacular Japanese garden and fabulous costumes including antique wedding kimonos from Japan.

One of the world’s most popular operas, Puccini’s Madama Butterfly tells the heart-breaking story of the beautiful young Japanese girl who falls in love with an American naval lieutenant – with dramatic results. Highlights include the melodic Humming Chorus, the moving aria One Fine Day and the unforgettable Love Duet.

Sung in Italian with English surtitles

*Cast Subject to Change

'This is a Butterfly to cherish' Manchester Evening News

WINNER 'BEST OPERA AWARD'
Liverpool Daily Post Theatre Awards

'Above all it was a production which captured the raw emotion at the centre of the opera. Don’t take a handkerchief with you, take a box of them.' The Independent

Please note that certain seats may have restricted views of the surtitles. Please check when booking tickets. All information is correct at time of release.