Duration
1 hr 5 mins
Closing Date
Until March 23, 2024
Age limit
To be confirmed ##Know Before You Go
Why Watch Duke Bluebeard’s Castle?
Watch this gripping opera, Duke Bluebeard’s Castle, coming to London’s West End for a short 2-day run in March 2024. Get your hands on some Duke Bluebeard’s Castle tickets right away!
Composed by the famous Hungarian artist Bartók, Duke Bluebeard’s Castle captures the imagination and keeps you hanging onto the edge of your seats!
Welsh soprano Natalya Romaniw and Canadian baritone John Relyea, a renowned bass, star in this two-hander production as Judith and Bluebeard, respectively. Conducted by Martyn Brabbins, English National Opera’s Director of Music.
The opera tells an explosive story that inspires contemplation and intrigue. It is simultaneously an examination of an obsessed, violent psyche and a symbolic representation of the fight between the sexes.
Duke Bluebeard’s Castle tickets are available on sale! The production will be held at the London Coliseum in the city’s West End for a limited run in March 2024. Duke Bluebeard's Castle was written by Béla Bartók. It lasts for roughly an hour and features just two singing characters: Bluebeard and his newest bride Judith, who has recently eloped and is returning to his castle for the first time. The story is based on the French folktale, or conte populaire, as told by Charles Perrault. The one-act Symbolist opera will be conducted by English National Opera’s Director of Music, Martyn Brabbins. Award-winning Welsh soprano Natalya Romaniw performs Judith in this two-person production, while one of today's premier basses, Canadian baritone John Relyea, plays Bluebeard. Observe a marriage disintegrate, as long-kept secrets, haunting memories, and unresolved emotional wounds come to light, unravelling their bond.
Storyline
Judith explores the mysterious castle of her enigmatic husband, Duke Bluebeard. Each closed door conceals a hidden chamber, and as she opens each door, more of his disturbed mind emerges. The first chamber is filled with unfathomable suffering. The one after is an arsenal. A treasure trove full of wealth is hidden behind another, but no amount of money can make him feel any better. She comes across a lovely garden, an oasis of solace, amid the darkness. The journey, however, continues. Judith traipses through the castle until she comes to the seventh and last chamber of mystery, which is the room where her fate lies in wait. What happens next? Book your Duke Bluebeard’s Castle tickets today to find out!
Show timings
- 21 Mar & 23 Mar 2024: 7:30 PM
Cast & Crew
Leading Roles
Natalya Romaniw as Judith
John Relyea as Bluebeard
Conductor
Martyn Brabbins
London Coliseum
A multi-arts venue, The London Coliseum was designed by the renowned Theatre Architect, Frank Matcham. It opened in 1904 with the aspirations to become one of London's largest and most luxurious "family" variety theatres. Its original seating capacity is 2,939 people. English National Opera is a highly acclaimed opera company located at the London Coliseum. They are recognized internationally for their rich repertoire of innovative productions conducted by the world's greatest conductors and starring the best available singers. London Coliseum seating plan seating capacity: 2,939
The London Coliseum seating plan will help you find the best seats in the theatre.
Getting There
- Address: London Coliseum, St Martin's Ln, London WC2N 4ES, UK
- By metro:
Charing Cross and Leicester Square are the nearest stations served by the Northern, Piccadilly and Bakerloo Lines
- By train:
Charing Cross Train Station is the nearest station.
- By bus:
Buses servicing the area include Charing Cross Road (24, 29 and 176) and Charing Cross Station or Trafalgar Square (6, 9, 11, 15, 23, 87 and 91)
Facilities & Accessibility
Amenities: Toilets, Dining outlets, Cloak room, Souvenir shop
Accessibility: Elevator access, Wheelchair accessible, Service animals allowed
Additional Information
Security: Please be aware that for your comfort and security all audience members will be subject to security checks upon arrival at the London Coliseum.
Dress Code: Smart and casual wear or semi-formals are recommended. Keep in mind, that most London theatres are air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly.
Outside Food: Most theatres do not allow outside food inside the theatres but most of them also have a café or restaurant inside the premises or nearby.
Tickets Redemption
You will receive an email with your Duke Bluebeard's Castle voucher. Please display the same on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID.
Cancellation & Refunds
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Frequently asked questions
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The cost of the Duke Bluebeard’s Castle tickets will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
The best way to buy cheap or discounted Duke Bluebeard’s Castle tickets is to book them online as you will often come across attractive discounts. Book your Duke Bluebeard’s Castle tickets in advance as they tend to get more expensive closer to the show date.
You can easily buy last-minute Duke Bluebeard’s Castle tickets online.
Booking Duke Bluebeard’s Castle tickets online will give you the opportunity to select your specific seats, thus, ensuring you do not get stuck with partial view seating. But if you try your luck with lottery tickets, or purchase day seats, your seats will be allocated at the discretion of the Box Office, which can potentially mean partial view seating or split seats.
Duke Bluebeard’s Castle opens on 21 March 2024 at London Coliseum.
Duke Bluebeard’s Castle opera’s age restriction is to be confirmed.
Duke Bluebeard’s Castle is playing at London Coliseum in London and opens on 21 March 2024.
The running time of Duke Bluebeard’s Castle is 1 hour and 5 minutes without an intermission.
Duke Bluebeard’s Castle is an opera about Duke Bluebeard, a man with a haunted past who marries Judith but forbids her from entering seven rooms in the foreboding castle.
The main stars of Duke Bluebeard’s Castle are award-winning Welsh soprano Natalya Romaniw singing Judith and Canadian baritone John Relyea, one of today’s finest basses, as Bluebeard.
There is no specific dress code at West End. However, it is prudent to dress in semi-formals or smart casuals and something comfortable. Carry a light sweater or a jacket as the theatre can get a bit chilly.
No, outside food is not allowed while attending Duke Bluebeard’s Castle. Most theatres do have a cafeteria or bar inside the premises where you can get snacks and drinks.
London Coliseum has multiple facilities including a bar, gift shop, and toilets available for the audiences during Duke Bluebeard’s Castle.
Photography, videography, and sound recording are prohibited inside the theatre. Some theatres do have a souvenir shop from where you can purchase pictures of stills of the show.
