New date for Madama Butterfly opera in Sheffield

Puccini’s popular opera Madama Butterfly will fly into Sheffield in 2022.
By Gay Bolton
Published 3rd Mar 2021, 05:30 BST
Madama Butterfly at Sheffield City HallMadama Butterfly at Sheffield City Hall
Madama Butterfly at Sheffield City Hall

Korean soprano Elena Dee and international soprano Alyona Kistenyova will feature in the performance at the City Hall on Sunday, February 6.

Back by overwhelming public demand, this award-winning opera returns in a new production with exquisite sets including a spectacular Japanese garden and fabulous costumes including antique wedding kimonos from Japan.

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One of the world’s most popular operas, Madama Butterfly tells the heart-breaking story of the beautiful young Japanese girl who falls in love with an American naval lieutenant – with dramatic results.

Highlights include the melodic Humming Chorus, the moving aria One Fine Day and the unforgettable Love Duet.

Senbla is presenting this Opera International award winning Ellen Kent Productions show.

Tickets from £24.45, go to www.sheffieldcityhall.co.uk. The production has been rescheduled from February 2021 and April 2020 – all tickets remain valid for the new date.

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