Blackwater Valley Opera Festival marks its 15th anniversary with BVOF Artistic Director, Dieter Kaegi’s, programme of opera, music, and cultural events set in the majestic Blackwater Valley.
OPERA PERFORMANCES
Benjamin Britten A Midsummer Night’s Dream, a comedy of errors, directed by Tony Award-winner Patrick Mason, with the Irish Chamber Orchestra conducted by David Brophy in the grounds of Lismore Castle.
Dido and Aeneas by Henry Purcell, with mezzo-soprano Paula Murrihy and the Irish Baroque Orchestra conducted by Nicholas McGegan, at St Carthage’s Cathedral.
CONCERTS AT DROMORE YARD
When Birds Do Sing – featuring mezzo-soprano Niamh O’Sullivan,
Baroque Hits – the festival finale with mezzo-soprano Paula Murrihy and the Irish Baroque Orchestra, conducted by Nicholas McGegan.
ADDITIONAL EVENTS
23 events, recitals, and concerts in 12 historic venues across the Blackwater Valley.
DINING
A Midsummer-inspired formal dining menu by chef Eunice Power (Lismore Castle).
HOMEMADE PICNICS
Gourmet Table Picnics (Lismore Castle) (Dromore Yard)
Bring Your Own Picnics (Dromore Yard only)
TICKET INFORMATION
Priority booking is available from January 2025 for Friends of BVOF.
Blackwater Valley Opera Festival: Treat someone you love to an unforgettable cultural experience this Christmas and let them discover the joy of opera in 2025.
General Ticket Sales begin in February 2025 at www.blackwatervalleyopera.ie.