Join us from 26 May to 2 June 2025 as 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. Become a Friend and access the best seats.
General Ticket Sales begin in February 2025 at www.blackwatervalleyopera.ie
Join BVOF Friends for Priority Seats in 2025 – Call Shermin at the BVOF Box Office on +353 87 4079250 or email us at: boxoffice @ blackwatervalleyopera.ie
