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Join us in 2026 as Walcot Hall hosts the annual Regents Opera performance. This year, we present Verdi’s powerful and dramatic masterpiece, Rigoletto — a gripping tale of love, betrayal and vengeance, brought vividly to life in our historic ballroom.
On Friday 5th June and Saturday 6th June 2026, the exceptional Regents Opera company will once again transform rural Shropshire into an evening of world-class operatic spectacle. Whether you are a devoted opera lover or discovering Verdi for the first time, this promises to be an unforgettable cultural experience.
Follow the tragic story of Rigoletto and his beloved daughter, Gilda, as Verdi’s electrifying score sweeps you through moments of tenderness, passion and chilling intensity. Featuring some of opera’s most famous music — including the iconic aria La donna è mobile — Rigoletto is a masterpiece not to be missed.
Early Bird Special – Book before 31st January to receive a £10 discount on all tickets.
Standard Tickets: £75
Includes the performance and a drinks reception on arrival.
Premium Tickets: £130
Includes the performance, drinks reception, and a two-course dinner with wine served in the Hall during the interval.
Standard ticket holders are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy in the beautiful gardens during the interval.
Gardens open: 5.30pm
Drinks reception: 6.30pm
Performance: 7.30pm prompt
Seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, and ticket availability is strictly limited. Tickets are non-refundable unless reallocated to the waiting list. Please retain your booking confirmation as proof of purchase.
Experience the magic of opera in the heart of Shropshire. We look forward to welcoming you to “Shropshire’s Glyndebourne” this June!
Join us in 2026 as Walcot Hall hosts the annual Regents Opera performance. This year, we present Verdi’s powerful and dramatic masterpiece, Rigoletto — a gripping tale of love, betrayal and vengeance, brought vividly to life in our historic ballroom.
On Friday 5th June and Saturday 6th June 2026, the exceptional Regents Opera company will once again transform rural Shropshire into an evening of world-class operatic spectacle. Whether you are a devoted opera lover or discovering Verdi for the first time, this promises to be an unforgettable cultural experience.
Follow the tragic story of Rigoletto and his beloved daughter, Gilda, as Verdi’s electrifying score sweeps you through moments of tenderness, passion and chilling intensity. Featuring some of opera’s most famous music — including the iconic aria La donna è mobile — Rigoletto is a masterpiece not to be missed.
Early Bird Special – Book before 31st January to receive a £10 discount on all tickets.
Standard Tickets: £75
Includes the performance and a drinks reception on arrival.
Premium Tickets: £130
Includes the performance, drinks reception, and a two-course dinner with wine served in the Hall during the interval.
Standard ticket holders are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy in the beautiful gardens during the interval.
Gardens open: 5.30pm
Drinks reception: 6.30pm
Performance: 7.30pm prompt
Seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, and ticket availability is strictly limited. Tickets are non-refundable unless reallocated to the waiting list. Please retain your booking confirmation as proof of purchase.
Experience the magic of opera in the heart of Shropshire. We look forward to welcoming you to “Shropshire’s Glyndebourne” this June!