Enjoy an unforgettable open-air opera experience on the Croquet Lawn at Doddington Hall.
Wild Arts presents an evening of operatic and musical hits, semi-staged by director James Hurley, and woven into a new narrative full of dramatic intrigue, jealousy, comedy, idealism, and true love.
Performed by four fabulous singers and a world-class string quintet, follow our characters as they travel through 75 minutes of music – from arias and scenes by Handel, Mozart, Rossini, and Britten, to the songs of Richard Rodgers and Stephen Sondheim.
Presented in a mixture of English and the original languages, “Love, Actually” is a sparkling and mischievous summer treat.
A total joy – sassily delivered and outstandingly well sung. ★★★★★ Michael White on Wild Arts’ The Elixir of Love, 2023
With an exceptional company, wonderful music played with verve by orchestra and singers, Wild Arts are, well… magical! ★★★★★ Mark Aspen on Wild Arts’ The Magic Flute, 2024
Bring a chair and a picnic, or order a Doddington Farm Shop picnic bag, and prepare to be entertained and transported.
Please note that gates open at 5.30pm. Running time approximately 75mins plus a short interval.
ABOUT WILD ARTS
Founded in 2022, Wild Arts aim to make music fresh, enjoyable, and available to everyone, while spearheading positive environmental change.
The charity has three ingredients at its core: bringing world-class performers and performances to intimate settings across the UK; working with schools and young artists to foster future talent; and last but not least, doing all of this in a sustainable, one-planet living way.
Our long-term goal is to create a truly green opera house and performance space, set in a bio-diverse landscape, and constructed entirely from sustainable materials.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION – PLEASE READ
Please note that your tickets cannot be transferred, exchanged or refunded.
The performance will go on no matter the weather (we are hoping for glorious sunshine though). Please check the forecast prior to setting off and come prepared.
Seating is not assigned and chairs are not provided. Please bring your own pop-up/foldaway chairs (or equivalent) with you.
Large parasols, pop-up tents and sunshades will impair the view of other patrons and will not be permitted.
The performance starts at 7pm with gates opening at 5.30pm. Entrance to the performance is via the Gatehouse at the front of the Hall. Running time approximately 75mins plus a short interval.
Tickets will be checked on arrival. You can print your ticket or show it on your phone (please make sure to download or screenshot the full e-ticket as mobile signal can be poor onsite).
Only assistance dogs are allowed in the Gardens.
Please note that Wild Arts’ policy is that mobile phones are switched off and no filming or photography is permitted during the performance. This enables the audience to share the performance with them in real life.
Pre-ordered Doddington Farm Shop picnic bags will be available for collection from the Gatehouse from 5.30pm.
You are very welcome to bring a picnic with you, however, picnic tables are not permitted, and all waste must be removed at the end of the performance.
Please note that the performance takes place on a grassed area and is accessible via gravel pathways and a small ramp.
Toilets, including a disabled access toilet, are open in the Gardens.
Pre-event Dinner
Make an evening of it with a seasonal pre-event dinner at our award-winning Grain Store Restaurant.
Booking is essential. Just add to your order when purchasing tickets.
Picnic Bags
Make the most of your evening and pre-order a Doddington Farm Shop picnic bag.
Choose from the following options:
Ham & pickle sandwich, crisps, sausage roll, traybake, a piece of fruit and a bottle of water.
Vegetarian option: Cheese & pickle sandwich, crisps, vegetarian sausage roll, traybake, a piece of fruit and a bottle of water.
£10 per picnic bag
Please note that we are unable to offer any substitutions or cater for any other dietary requirements.
Pre-ordering is essential, please add to your order when purchasing tickets for Opera. Picnic bags will be available to collect on arrival at the Gatehouse.
Stay Package
Why not extend your evening and enjoy a night away in the beautiful setting of the Doddington Estate.
Our special package includes:
A double room for two
Breakfast for two the next morning in the Grain Store Café or Farm Shop Café
Complimentary entry to the Gardens the next day (24 July or 25 July)
Delaval Room 1: £190 per couple
Delaval Room 2 or 3: £170 per couple
Find out more about the Delaval Rooms and view a virtual tour: CLICK HERE
Limited availability. Booking essential – just add the stay package to your order when purchasing your tickets.
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