Watch the contemporary masterpiece come to life and engulf you in the emotions of love and loss
Why Watch Symphony of Sorrowful Songs
Why Watch Symphony of Sorrowful Songs
Watch one of contemporary music’s finest works, Henryk Górecki’s Symphony of Sorrowful Songs come to life at the London Coliseum. Symphony of Sorrowful Songs is one of Górecki’s best-known works as has sold over a million copies. This contemporary masterpiece is sung in Polish with a meaningful mediation of motherhood, love, and loss. It provides the perspectives of a mother losing her children and a child separated from their parents. Symphony of Sorrowful Songs also known as Symphony No. 3 is a symphony in 3 parts and is poetically driven throughout. The award-winning director, Isabella Bywater directs this production with debutant Nicole Chevalier as the soprano of the piece. Watch this iconic symphony brought to life at the London Coliseum.
Great For
Play Enthusiasts | Opera lovers
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Know Before You Go
Show Details
Genre: Play
Duration: 55 mins
Audience: 11+
No. of Shows a Week: ~5
Opening Date: 27 April 2023
Closing Date: 6 May 2023
Theatre Name: London Coliseum
Theatre Facilities: Accessible toilets, Wheelchair access
Dress Code: Smart casual
Cast and Creatives
Conductor
Cast
Additional Tips
- Sung in Polish, the surtitles system displays sung words in English above the stage
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Please note most of the theatres do not allow entry post the show start time and we recommend you to reach the venue 10-15 minutes early.
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