The Magic Flute (German: Die Zauberflöte, K. 620) is a celebrated two-act opera composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. It premiered on 30 September 1791 at the Freihaus-Theater auf der Wieden in Vienna, just two months before Mozart’s untimely death. The work features a German libretto written by the actor and theatre producer Emanuel Schikaneder, who also portrayed the original bird-catcher, Papageno.
Built as a Singspiel, a popular style of the era that weaves musical numbers together with spoken dialogue, the piece masterfully blends broad folk comedy with high drama and deep philosophical allegories.
With an enduring love story at its heart, complex villains and an unforgettable comic sidekick in Papageno, The Magic Flute weaves an enchanting tale from start to finish, starring Siobhan Stagg, Sabine Devieilhe and Roderick Williams.
Join us at the hall to see David McVicar's production, recorded at the Royal Ballet and Opera, Covent Garden, in vivid colour and with excellent surround sound.
As a special treat and as a taster for what is to come after the kitchen refit in August, the hall kitchen team will not only be serving the usual drinks and ice creams, but also an optional cream tea, to be served before the performance, or during the interval.
For just an additional £7.00 - you will enjoy:
- Cream and jam on 1/2 scone
- A small piece of cake
- Bite size sausage rolls
- 2 x 1/4 sandwich - for example egg & cress, smoked salmon and cream cheese & ham and mustard
Order your seats and cream teas below - doors will open at 6pm if you wish to eat before curtain up at 7:00pm
And to avoid disappointment please make us aware of any dietary requirements through the "message for merchant" box during checkout.
