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Duration

55 mins

Closing Date

Until May 6, 2023

Age limit

11+ ##Know Before You Go

Why Watch Symphony of Sorrowful Songs?

  • Watch one of contemporary music’s finest works, Henryk Górecki’s Symphony of Sorrowful Songs come to life at the London Coliseum.

  • This contemporary masterpiece is sung in Polish with a meaningful mediation of motherhood, love, and loss.

  • Symphony of Sorrowful Songs is one of Górecki’s best-known works as has sold over a million copies.

Symphony of Sorrowful Songs is a poetically driven opera and is performed in Polish with English subtitles. Symphony of Sorrowful Songs is one of Henryk Górecki’s finest works and has sold over a million copies. It is one of the highest-selling contemporary pieces of all time. Symphony of Sorrowful Songs is a symphony of 3 parts that throws light on different perspectives of motherhood. The heart-touching opera depicts the pain of losing a child and a child’s anguish of being separated from their parents. The award-winning director and designer, Isabella Bywater, also known for her works at the Danish National Opera, directs the London production of Symphony of Sorrowful Songs.

Storyline

Symphony of Sorrowful Songs is a heartfelt, poetically driven opera and is one of Henryk Górecki’s finest works and has sold over a million copies. Symphony of Sorrowful Songs or Symphony No. 3 is a symphony in 3 parts that mediates motherhood and loss. The first symphony represents Virgin Mary’s lament; the second symphony is a message on the wall of the concentration camp and the third is a mother searching for her lost son.

Book now for one of the best-selling contemporary pieces of all time reimagined for the London Coliseum stage.

Show timings

  • Mon, Tues & Sun: No show

  • Wed, Thu & Fri: 7:30 PM

  • Sat: 4 PM & 7 PM

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 Theatre.

Dress Code: Smart and casual wear are recommended. Keep in mind, that the theatre is air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly.

Outside Food: Strictly prohibited

Tickets Redemption



  • The ticket can be presented digitally at the entrance on the day of your visit.




  • Please note most of the theatres do not allow entry post the show start time and we recommend you to reach the venue 10-15 minutes early.



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    Cancellation & Refunds

    • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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