Opera At Sunset is Eastbourne open-air promise

Following the huge success of Opera At Sunset at the Brighton Open Air Theatre last month, the company will be bringing the show to the Eastbourne Bandstand for one performance on Monday, July 27 at 7.45pm.

The show, devised and conducted by Simon Gray, will be a programme of arias, ensembles and choruses from popular and lesser-known operas featuring a cast of experienced opera singers.

Included in the performance will be music from operas by Mozart, Verdi, Puccini, Delibes, Rossini, Donizetti, Bizet, and many more. The programme will include such favourites as The Brindisi from La Traviata; the well-loved duet from The Pearl Fishers; the Flower Duet from Lakme; the Love Duet from Madama Butterfly; the Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves from Nabucco; and Nessun Dorma from Turandot.

The cast includes Karen Orchin, Veronica Brooks (sopranos), Hilary Andrews (mezzo soprano), Matt Connolly (tenor) and Simon Wilson (baritone). Guest performer is Lindsey McKee, a soprano based in Missouri, USA where she has worked across the Midwest performing in musical theatre, opera and concerts, including appearances with the Lyric Opera, Union Avenue Opera Theatre and the St Louis Philharmonic.

The soloists will be backed by a chorus of 30 singers.

The accompanist is Rachel Fryer, an experienced pianist who has performed throughout the UK, has broadcast on Classic FM and on European radio and TV. She has also worked with Glyndebourne Youth Opera.

Tickets £16 available from: buytickets.at/simongraypresents

Simon said: “As the sun sets over the Sussex coast, enjoy an unforgettable evening of soaring melodies, dramatic choruses and breathtaking operatic favourites in one of Britain's most beautiful seaside venues.”

Whether you're a lifelong opera lover or experiencing it for the very first time, Opera at Sunset is part of Simon Gray's acclaimed Opera – But With A Difference collection, designed to make opera accessible, entertaining and unforgettable.

“Gates and the bar open from 7pm, giving you plenty of time to relax, enjoy a drink, take in the stunning seafront setting and soak up the atmosphere before the performance begins at 7.45pm.

“Bring your friends, embrace a summer evening by the sea and experience the magic of live opera as the sun goes down.

“Performed by a cast of over 30 exceptional singers with professional credits including Glyndebourne, The Royal Opera, English National Opera, Opera Holland Park and more, this spectacular concert features arias, duets, ensembles and choruses from some of the world's most beloved operas, alongside a selection of hidden gems waiting to be discovered.”