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Manchester Cathedral
Victoria Street
Manchester
M3 1SX
England
Tickets
Prices: £20, £30, £40, £45
Booking line: 0333 666 4466
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Programme
Giuseppe Verdi – La Traviata: 'Libiamo ne'lieti calici'
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Le Nozze di Figaro: 'Voi che sapete'
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Non Più Andrai
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Cosi fan Tutte: 'Un Aura amorosa'
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Don Giovanni: duet 'La ci darem la mano'
Gaetano Donizetti – L'Elisir d'Amore: 'Una furtiva lagrima'
Georges Bizet – Habañera
Georges Bizet – Les Pêcheurs de perles : duet 'Au fond du temple saint'
Giacomo Puccini – Madama Butterfly: 'Un bel di vedremo'
Giacomo Puccini – Turandot: 'Nessun dorma'
Georges Bizet – Carmen: Toreador Song 'Votre toast, je peux vous le rendre'
Performers
Susan Parkes – soprano
Programme Note
Celebrate the final days of the year with an unforgettable evening of passion, drama, and glorious music, performed in the breathtaking candlelit setting of Manchester Cathedral.
Join the exceptional Piccadilly Sinfonietta and a cast of brilliant operatic voices for a sparkling concert featuring some of the greatest opera arias ever composed—a perfect way to add magic and meaning to the festive season as the New Year approaches.
This beautifully curated programme brings together the warmth of Mozart, the intensity of Puccini and Verdi, and the irresistible allure of Bizet and Donizetti. Whether you’re an opera aficionado or simply looking to experience something uplifting and moving, this performance promises a night of emotional depth, virtuosity, and timeless beauty.
Set within the soaring gothic architecture of Manchester Cathedral, this is an atmospheric musical celebration just steps from the city's top restaurants and bars—an ideal evening out during the holiday season.
About the Piccadilly Sinfonietta:
Since its founding in 2017, the Piccadilly Sinfonietta has captivated audiences across the UK with over 200 performances annually in many of the country’s most iconic venues. Known for its virtuosic soloists, expressive style, and elegant presentation, the ensemble continues to bring classical music to life with energy, accessibility, and flair.
