Opera
Breaking the Waves
English National Opera
- Date night
- Great for groups
- Early finish
- Date
- Sat, 20 Feb 2027
- Time
- 18:00 · 2h 0m
- Venue
- London Coliseum
- City
- London
- Conductor
- Joana Carneiro
- Tickets
- from £25
You'll be taken to the ensemble's official site.
Summary
Joana Carneiro conducts the English National Opera in the London premiere of Breaking the Waves at the London Coliseum, featuring Lauren Snouffer and Liam James Karai.
Why it's fantastic
Based on Lars von Trier’s intense film, this contemporary drama explores the heavy price of faith and devotion in a secluded Scottish community. The production arrives in London after winning major critical awards, offering a visceral and emotionally raw experience that proves modern opera can be as gripping as cinema.
Programme
- 01Breaking the Waves
Soloists
- Lauren Snouffer as Bess McNeill
- Liam James Karai as Jan Nyman
- Joanne Evans as Dodo McNeill
- Emma Bell as Mrs McNeill
- Elgan Llŷr Thomas as Dr Richardson
