St Clement Danes, London: A Night at the Opera by Candlelight

at A Night at the Opera by Candlelight by CityMusic Promotions

London Available from Sat 5 Dec to Sat 10 Jul

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Book A Night at the Opera by Candlelight tickets & experience world-class opera in London

  • Hear some of opera's greatest arias performed live in the heart of London
  • Experience an atmospheric concert surrounded by the warm glow of candlelight
  • Hear music from La Traviata, La Bohème, Carmen, Tosca, Turandot & more
  • See soprano Susan Parkes and guest opera singers perform alongside the acclaimed Piccadilly Sinfonietta
  • Enjoy favourites by Verdi, Puccini, Mozart, Donizetti & Bizet in one spectacular programme
  • Take your seat inside the beautiful and historic St Clement Danes on The Strand

Experience A Night at the Opera by Candlelight at St Clement Danes

  • Dates: Saturday 5th December 2026 & Saturday 10th July 2027
  • Performance Time: 7:30pm
  • Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes on 5th December | 1 hour 50 minutes on 10th July
  • Venue: St Clement Danes, The Strand, London WC2R 1DH

A Night at the Opera by Candlelight Programme:

5th December 2026 - A Christmas Night at the Opera:

  • Susan Parkes (soprano)
  • Guest soloists
  • The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
  • Verdi: "Libiamo!" from La Traviata
  • Puccini: "Donde lieta" from La Bohème
  • Mozart: "Non Più Andrai" from The Marriage of Figaro
  • Mozart: "Un Aura Amorosa" from Così fan tutte
  • Mozart: "Là ci darem la mano" from Don Giovanni
  • Donizetti: "Una furtiva lagrima" from L'elisir d'amore
  • Bizet: "Habañera" from Carmen
  • Bizet: "Au fond du temple saint" from The Pearl Fishers
  • Puccini: "Vissi d'arte" from Tosca
  • Puccini: "Nessun Dorma" from Turandot
  • Bizet: "Toreador" from Carmen

10th July 2027 - A Night at the Opera:

  • Susan Parkes (soprano)
  • Additional guest opera artists
  • The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
  • Verdi: "Libiamo!" from La Traviata
  • Puccini: "Donde lieta" from La Bohème
  • Mozart: "Non Più Andrai" from The Marriage of Figaro
  • Mozart: "Un Aura Amorosa" from Così fan tutte
  • Mozart: "Là ci darem la mano" from Don Giovanni
  • Donizetti: "Una furtiva lagrima" from L'elisir d'amore
  • Bizet: "Habañera" from Carmen
  • Bizet: "Au fond du temple saint" from The Pearl Fishers
  • Puccini: "Vissi d'arte" from Tosca
  • Puccini: "Nessun Dorma" from Turandot
  • Bizet: "Toreador" from Carmen

World-class opera performed by world-class musicians live in London

From soaring Puccini to the irresistible energy of Verdi, A Night at the Opera by Candlelight brings some of opera's greatest music together inside St Clement Danes on The Strand. Surrounded by candlelight, settle in for an evening of drama, romance and unmistakable melodies performed live in the heart of London.

Soprano Susan Parkes is joined by guest opera soloists and the acclaimed Piccadilly Sinfonietta for a programme spanning Mozart, Verdi, Puccini, Bizet and Donizetti. Hear favourites from La Traviata, La Bohème, The Marriage of Figaro, Don Giovanni, Carmen, Tosca and Turandot, including the iconic "Nessun Dorma".

Choose the 5th December performance for a festive spin on the experience, with A Christmas Night at the Opera bringing the programme to St Clement Danes in the run-up to Christmas. Or join the 10th July performance for a summer evening of opera by candlelight on The Strand.

Whether you're an opera regular or you're trying it live for the first time, these concerts are an easy way to experience some of the genre's biggest hits without committing to a full opera production. One evening, one beautiful London church and plenty of seriously big arias.

Book A Night at the Opera by Candlelight tickets at St Clement Danes today and have them delivered instantly via email.

Location

St Clement Danes

The Strand,
London,
London,
WC2R 1DH
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How to find us

St Clement Danes is located on The Strand in central London, WC2R 1DH.

  • By car: Use postcode WC2R 1DH for your sat nav. Central London parking is limited, so use a nearby public car park and continue to the church on foot.
  • By train: Charing Cross, Blackfriars and City Thameslink provide rail connections within walking or onward public transport distance of St Clement Danes.
  • By Tube: Temple and Holborn are among the closest Underground stations, with the church located between them on The Strand.
  • By bus: Numerous London bus services run along the Strand, Aldwych and surrounding streets.
  • By foot: St Clement Danes sits on The Strand close to the Royal Courts of Justice and Aldwych.
Facilities
  • Wheelchair accessible
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Are A Night at the Opera by Candlelight wheelchair accessible?

Yes, A Night at the Opera by Candlelight are wheelchair accessible. 

What are the seating options for A Night at the Opera by Candlelight?

Choose from a range of ticket types and seating options when you book to watch A Night at the Opera by Candlelight.

  • Please note that the organisers operate an unreserved seating policy within each separate band.
  • Seats within each band (AA, A, B) are allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Seating Options:

  • Band AA: Sit as close to the stage as possible
  • Band A: Sit in the front section of the venue
  • Band B: Sit at the middle of the venue.
  • Band C: Sit at the rear of the venue. Please note: Band C may have restricted views due to pillars. 
What age is A Night at the Opera by Candlelight suitable for?

A Night at the Opera by Candlelight is suitable for all ages! Enjoy the perfect introduction to classical music. 

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