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Flapper dresses, flirty disguises, and a revenge plot in pearls—Partenope returns to London in an Olivier-winning operatic rom-com for a strictly limited run!
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Gender-bending chaos, revenge plots, and romantic mix-ups—Handel’s first comic opera gets a roaring 1920s twist in this surreal rom-com at ENO.
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Directed by Christopher Alden, this Olivier Award-winning production has toured from New York to Madrid and more, earning acclaim for its bold and witty take.
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Starring Nardus Williams, winner of the 2022 Royal Philharmonic Society Singer Award, this revival showcases one of opera’s most exciting rising talents.
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Inspired by Surrealist icons like André Breton, Max Ernst, Salvador Dalí, and Man Ray, the production features bold set pieces, gender-fluid disguises, and sharp comedic staging
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Book your tickets to this limited run for the Partenope opera in London now, and enjoy a witty escape through Handel’s lush score.
The story
Set in a 1920s Paris art salon, Partenope follows a fashionable hostess caught between three smitten suitors—and one very determined woman in disguise. What begins as a breezy flirt-fest soon spirals into duels, double identities, and one epic romantic reckoning. Will love win, or will revenge paint the final brushstroke? With tickets to the Partenope opera in London, you're in for more than just Handel—you're in for havoc in high heels.
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Show details
Categories: Opera, English National Opera, Drama, Romance, Olivier winner
Audience: Suitable for 15+ yrs
Theater name: London Coliseum
Find the best seats in the house with the London Coliseum seating plan
Theater facilities: restrooms, bar, elevator
Theater accessibility: wheelchair accessible, guide dogs allowed, hearing assistance, access performances, accessible restrooms, audio description
Dress code: Smart casual
Cast & crew
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Leading Roles: Nardus Williams as Partenope, Hugh Cutting as Arsace, Ru Charlesworth as Emilio, Jake Ingbar as Armindo, Katie Bray as Rosmira, William Thomas as Ormonte
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Conductor: Christian Curnyn
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Director: Christopher Alden
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Set Designer: Andrew Lieberman
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Costume Designer: Jon Morrell
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Lighting Designer: Adam Silverman
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Movement Director: Claire Glaskin
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Revival Movement and Intimacy Director: Elaine Brown
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Translator: Amanda Holden
Additional info
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This show is suitable for ages 15 years and above.
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Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!
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Most theatres are air-conditioned year-round, so it can get a bit chilly. Bring a light jacket just in case.
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You will receive an email with your Partenope voucher. No need to print. Please carry a valid Photo Id for identification.
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