Lowry’s partner company, Opera North, returns to Salford this November with two extraordinary operatic productions.
From Wednesday 12 to Saturday 15 November, Puccini’s timeless masterpiece La bohème takes centre stage. This critically acclaimed production, originally developed byPhyllida Lloyd (director of Mamma Mia!), is the perfect introduction to opera.
Set in 1950s Paris and framed like a series of Polaroid memories, it tells a poignant story of youthful love, friendship, and heartbreak. With unforgettable music and a universally relatable narrative, it’s a must-see for both first-time opera-goers and seasoned fans.
On Friday 14 November, Opera North joins forces with Phoenix Dance Theatre to present Handel’s Susanna, a bold and contemporary reimagining of a lesser-known work. Directed byOlivia Fuchs and choreographed by Marcus Jarrell Willis, this fourth collaboration between the two companies explores themes of gender, power, and truth through a compelling fusion of opera and dance. Featuring a gender-fluid portrayal of the character Daniel and creatively integrated British Sign Language, Susanna is a thought-provoking and inclusive performance that resonates with today’s audiences.
Performance Schedule at Lowry, Salford:
La bohème
Wed 12 Nov & Sat 15 Nov – 7pm
Thu 13 Nov – 2pm (Audio-described & BSL interpreted)
Susanna
Fri 14 Nov – 7pm
Tickets are available now from thelowry.comwith discounted options for Under 30s and those new to opera.
