ENO Patrons & Friends Events Programme Spring/Summer 2015 by English National Opera

ENO PATRONS AND FRIENDS EVENTS PROGRAMME

Spring / SUMMER 2015

FIRST NIGHTS

DRESS REHEARSALS

FRIENDS

YOUNG PATRONS

AMERICAN FRIENDS OF ENO

OPERA CIRCLE

ENO HAREWOOD ARTISTS

MUSIC DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE

ENGLISH OPERA GROUP PRODUCTION SUPPORT: THE INDIAN QUEEN

PRODUCTION SUPPORT: THE MASTERSINGERS OF Nuremberg

CONTEMPORARY OPERA GROUP

Production Support: Between Worlds

Production Support: The Pirates of Penzance

HOW TO BOOK HOW TO JOIN

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Contents

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street

La traviata

FIRST NIGHTS

DRESS REHEARSALS

On each first night of a production, all Patrons are invited to join the Artists, Creative team and our Executive team for the post-show party in the Sky Bar.

Dress rehearsals give you the opportunity to see what goes on behind the scenes at ENO and the creative processes involved in staging a production.

Spring 2015 The Mastersingers of Nuremberg Sat 7 Feb at 3pm

Dress Rehearsals for spring 2015 The Mastersingers of Nuremberg Wed 4 Feb, 2 – 8pm

The Indian Queen Thu 26 Feb, 7pm

La traviata Fri 6 Feb, 3.30 – 5.30pm

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street Tue 31 Mar, 7.30pm

The Indian Queen Mon 23 Feb, 6 – 9.45pm

Please note the opening night is on Mon 30 March but special First Night pre and post performance events will take place on Tue 31 March.

Solo Friends are entitled to book 1 ticket, Duet and above are eligible for 2 tickets for each dress rehearsal.

summer 2015 Between Worlds Sat 11 April, 7pm (at the Barbican)

Ensemble, Company Friends and Patrons receive priority when booking for dress rehearsals.

The Pirates of Penzance Sat 9 May, 7pm Carmen Wed 20 May, 7pm The Queen of Spades Sat 6 May, 7pm

To upgrade your membership and take advantage of this privilege, please call the Friends Office on 020 7845 9420. (see booking form for t&cs) To book use the enclosed form. Dress Rehearsal dates and times for summer will be announced in spring 2015.

First Night Suppers Patrons can also book for a private pre-show supper in the American Bar, which begins an hour before the performance. The two course meal with wine and coffee is £32.50 per person and priority booking is given to Leading Patrons and above (excluding Between Worlds and Sweeney Todd.)

The Mastersingers of Nuremberg

FRIENDS Events are open to Friends of ENO, American Friends and all Patrons. Cast Insight: The Indian Queen Thu 5 Feb, 6pm Doors, 6.30 - 7.30pm Talk Sky Bar, London Coliseum; Tickets: £15 Join cast members, including Julia Bullock, as they discuss this reworking of Purcell’s unfinished opera by Director in Residence Peter Sellars. Wine Tasting: The Mastersingers of Nuremberg Mon 16 Feb, 6.30 - 9pm Sky Bar, London Coliseum; Tickets: £25 Celebrate Mastersingers with our official wine supplier, Laytons Wine Merchants and a short recital with Rachel Nicholls. Insight: Sweeney Todd Mon 23 Mar, 6pm Doors, 6.30 - 7.30pm Talk Sky Bar, London Coliseum; Tickets: £15 Hear a panel including Conductor David Charles Abell, discuss aspects of this operatic musical masterpiece.

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FRIENDS AND PATRONS

Opera Works Showcase Wed 13 May, Evening performance. Bloomsbury Theatre, WC1H 0AH

YOUNG PATRONS

ENO Opera Works, our year-long professional development programme for singers with soloist potential culminates in an end of year performance.

Stage & Orchestra Rehearsal: The Indian Queen Thu 12 Feb, 6pm Drinks 6.30 - 9.30pm Rehearsal London Coliseum Tickets: £15 (Associate members only)

Stage & Orchestra rehearsal: The Queen of Spades Mon 1 Jun, 6.30 – 9.30pm London Coliseum Tickets: £15 (Company Friends and Benefactor American Friends only plus guest)

The stage and orchestra rehearsal is the first opportunity for the singers, chorus and orchestra to work together. This rehearsal gives an exciting insight into how the drama comes together with the music on stage.

The stage and orchestra rehearsal is the first opportunity for singers, chorus and orchestra to work together on the set. ENO Harewood Artists Recital Wed 10 Jun, 7 – 9.30pm, with drinks and canapés At the home of ENO’s President, Sir Vernon Ellis, Kensington Tickets: £20 (Company Friends only plus guest) A chance to hear a night of music performed by ENO Harewood Artist, soprano Katherine Broderick. Cast Insight: The Queen of Spades Mon 15 Jun, 6pm Doors 6.30 – 7.30pm Talk Sky Bar, London Coliseum; Tickets: £15 Join Edward Gardner, Felicity Palmer and Giselle Allen as they discuss working on David Alden’s exciting new production which will also be Edward’s final as ENO’s Music Director. The Pirates of Penzance Sing-a-long Mon 22 Jun, 6.30 - 8pm sing-a-long 8 - 9pm drinks and nibbles London Coliseum stage and Sky Bar Tickets: £35

Insight: Meet the ENO Chorus Tues 24 Mar, 6pm Doors 6.30 – 7.30pm Talk Sky Bar, London Coliseum; Tickets: £15 (for Chorus Appeal supporters only)

A rare opportunity to to perform on the set of The Pirates of Penzance! Led by ENO’s Chorus Master David Dyer, be put through your vocal paces with a warm up session followed by a Pirates sing-a-long with members of the ENO Chorus.

Come and hear Chorus members talk about life as an ENO Chorister. They will be joined by ENO’s Head of Music, Martin Fitzpatrick and Chorus Manager David Dyer.

Book online at eno.org/friendsevents or using the form enclosed.

2015/16 Season Press Launch April / May Date and time tbc (for Company Friends, Benefactor American Friends and Opera Circle Patrons)

For more information about becoming a Friend or purchasing a Gift membership visit eno.org/friends, email friends@eno.org or call 020 7845 9420.

La traviata Tue 17 Feb, 6.30pm Stage Tour and drinks 7.30pm Performance (no interval) 9.20pm Drinks London Coliseum; Tickets: £30, including a seat in the Upper Circle Verdi’s La traviata tells the moving story of how the beautiful but fragile courtesan Violetta is coerced into sacrificing her one hope of personal happiness for the sake of her lover’s reputation. Join us for an exclusive stage tour followed by preperformance and interval drinks in a private room. London Young Patrons’ Party Tue 24 Feb, 6.30pm -9:30pm City Hall, SE1 2AA Free, but please RSVP Join ENO, London Philharmonic Orchestra, The Photographer’s Gallery, Royal Court Theatre and Sadler’s Wells for our biggest Young Patron party to date to celebrate young philanthropy in the arts in London. East London Urban Street Art Tour Tue 10 Mar, 6.30 – 8.30pm Meet at Aldgate East station; Tickets: £15 Inspired by The Indian Queen set designed by LAbased graffiti artist Gronk we take a look at street art in the East End of London, one of a number of areas in the UK where both legitimate and illegal street art by established and new artists can be found. This walking tour is led by art historian, Anthony Thompson and will be followed by optional drinks in a local pub.

Sipsmith Distillery Tour and Tasting and Q&A with Ryan Wigglesworth & Fergus Macleod Thu 14 May, 7 – 8.30pm Sipsmith Distillery, W4 2LJ; Tickets: £22.50 Meet Patience, Constance and Prudence, the first copper still to launch in London for nearly 200 years. Be greeted with a refreshing gin and tonic before hearing about the inner workings of ENO from Composer in residence Ryan Wigglesworth and ENO Mackerras Conducting Fellow Fergus Macleod. Then join them on a tour of the distillery before enjoying a tutored tasting of award-winning spirits. The Queen of Spades Thu 11 Jun, 6pm Stage Tour and drinks, 7pm performance London Coliseum; Tickets: £30, including a seat in the Upper Circle Tchaikovsky’s The Queen of Spades is a tale of love tangled up with obsessive greed leading to the protagonist’s self-destruction. This new production marks the newest collaboration between Director David Alden and ENO Music Director Edward Gardner, the team that most recently brought us Peter Grimes and Otello. Join us for an exclusive stage tour followed by pre-performance and interval drinks in a private room. The Pirates of Penzance Sing-a-long Mon 22 Jun, 6.30 - 8pm sing-a-long, 8 - 9pm drinks and nibbles London Coliseum stage and Sky Bar Tickets: £35 A rare opportunity to perform on the set of The Pirates of Penzance! Led by ENO’s Chorus Master David Dyer, be put through your vocal paces with a warm up session followed by Pirates sing-a-long with members of the ENO Chorus. Book online at eno.org/youngpatronsevents Young Patrons membership starts at £60. For more information about becoming a Young Patron or to purchase a Gift membership visit eno.org/youngpatrons or contact Gaby Deschamps on gdeschamps@eno.org or 020 7845 9241.

Friends membership starts from just £50.

Join Artistic Director John Berry as he discusses the forthcoming productions for 2015/16. 4

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FRIENDS AND PATRONS

production of this outstanding Russian opera. Ticket includes a top price seat, stage tour, private pre-performance champagne reception which continues in the interval, and one programme per couple. *This event is part of the American Friends of ENO 2015 Summer Tour.

Sondheim’s Sweeney Todd opens for a limited run of performances in March. Hear a panel, including Conductor David Charles Abell, discuss aspects of this operatic musical masterpiece.

Book online at eno.org/americanfriendsevents Barnaby Rea in La Bohème

AMERICAN FRIENDS OF ENO The American Friends of ENO is a group of committed supporters living and working in the US and the UK, directly supporting our work through a 501(c)3 registered non-profit organisation. American Friends of ENO Celebrate: An Evening with ENO Harewood Artists Tue 3 Mar, 2015, 7pm Marylebone; Tickets: £95 Join us at the beautiful private home of one of our supporters for the American Friends’ annual fundraising evening to celebrate the best of ENO’s young talent. We will enjoy performances from ENO Harewood Artists Samantha Price and Barnaby Rea, who is sponsored this year by the American Friends. The Pirates of Penzance* Fri 5 Jun, 2015, 6.15pm Stage tour and champagne reception 7.30pm Performance London Coliseum; Tickets: £180 Director Mike Leigh makes his operatic debut with Gilbert and Sullivan’s classic operetta – The Pirates of Penzance. With plenty of swashbuckling comedy and delightful melodies, this will be a fun-filled evening. Ticket includes a top price seat, stage tour, private pre-performance and interval reception and one programme per couple. The Queen of Spades* Sat 6 Jun, 2015, 6pm Stage tour and champagne reception 7pm Performance London Coliseum; Tickets: £180 Edward Gardner conducts Tchaikovsky’s dramatic score in his final performances as Music Director at ENO. Join us for what promises to be an unforgettable evening, with David Alden’s new 6

American Friends of ENO 2015 Summer Tour Wed 3 - Sat 6 Jun The American Friends of ENO invite you to join us for a stimulating and glamorous programme of cultural events. The tour begins on Wednesday 3 June 2015 with a private reception hosted in the home of our American Friends’ President, Patti White. ENO’s Music Director, Edward Gardner, will be guest of honour, and we will enjoy a recital from one of our Harewood Artists. Highlights of the tour include the opportunity to attend The Pirates of Penzance and The Queen of Spades plus a range of VIP events, including private access with specialist tour guides to some of London’s most prestigious galleries and attractions. The tour is open to all American Friends and Patrons of ENO. If you wish to join the tour but are not currently a member, you can purchase a ‘non-Patron’ ticket which includes membership at a special discount in association with the Tour. Booking is now open, with an early-bird rate available for all those who book by 31 January 2015. Early-bird Patrons: £1,260 Early-bird non-Patrons: £2,060 Patron bookings after 1 February: £1,400 Non-Patron bookings after 1 February: £2,200 AFENO membership starts from £175. For more information about the American Friends of ENO or to book visit eno.org/americanfriends or contact Alice Beckwith on americanfriends@eno.org or (+44)207 845 9331

Cast Insight & Supper: Sweeney Todd

Mon 23 Mar, 6pm Doors, 6.30 - 7.30pm Talk, 7.30 - 9pm Supper Sky Bar and Balcony Bar, London Coliseum; Tickets: Talk: £15 Supper: £30

‘Sumptuous Supper’ Patrons Event, March 2014

OPERA CIRCLE ENO GLORIOUS GALA EVENING Wed 21 Jan, 7pm till late The Savoy Hotel; Tickets: £500

Join host Fiona Shaw for an evening to celebrate ENO and raise funds for our future transformational projects. Music from the ENO Orchestra, incredible singers including Bryn Terfel, Sir Willard White, Rebecca Evans and Iestyn Davies plus an auction conducted by Lord Poltimore of Sotheby’s will make this a night like no other.

Perspectives on Purcell Opera Thu 29 Jan, Drinks 6pm, Presentation and Music 6.30 - 8pm Sky Bar, London Coliseum; Tickets: £25

Led by Professor Andrew Pinnock, 17th-century English music specialist and Hon Secretary of The Purcell Society, this evening of lecture and song gives supporters the opportunity to explore the life and creative output of Henry Purcell and his connections to ENO.

Cast Insight & Supper: The Indian Queen Thu 5 Feb, 6pm Doors, 6.30 - 7.30pm Talk, 7.30 - 9pm Supper Sky Bar and Balcony Bar, London Coliseum; Tickets: Talk: £15 Supper: £30

Join cast members including Julia Bullock as they discuss working on this new piece. They will then join Patrons for an exclusive supper.

ENO Harewood Artists Recital

Thu 19 Mar, 7 – 9.30pm, with drinks and canapés At the home of ENO’s President, Sir Vernon Ellis, Kensington; Tickets £20, (Leading and Principal Patrons only)

2015/16 Season Press Launch & Lunch Date and time to be announced early 2015 London Coliseum Free, but please RSVP (Leading and Principal Patrons only)

As we unveil our 2015/16 season of productions to the press and public, Patrons will have the opportunity to hear our Artistic Director John Berry discuss forthcoming productions over lunch.

Annual Patrons Lunch

Mon 8 Jun 12.30pm Frederick’s Restaurant, Islington Tickets: £90 Join us for our Annual Patrons lunch. This year will be particularly special as we say good bye to Edward Gardner.

Cast Insight & Supper: The Queen of Spades Mon 15 June, 6pm Doors 6.30 – 7.30pm Talk 7.30-9pm Supper Tickets: Talk and Supper £30

Join Edward Gardner, Felicity Palmer and Giselle Allen as they discuss working on David Alden’s exciting new production. They will then join Patrons for an exclusive supper. Book online at eno.org/operacircleevents; email gdeschamps@eno.org or call Gaby Deschamps on 020 7845 9241 Opera Circle membership starts at £1,000. For more information visit eno.org/operacircle or contact Kat Hattersley on khattersley@eno.org or 020 7845 9494.

A chance to hear performances by ENO Harewood Artists in an intimate setting. The recital will be followed by the opportunity to meet the artists and hear about their progress. 7

ENO HAREWOOD ARTISTS The commitment to nurturing new opera talent is a vital part of our work. ENO Harewood Artists provides training and support for singers at the beginning of their professional careers, giving them an opportunity to develop and learn as they take on roles. The carefully-structured programme of training includes vocal and language coaching, work with distinguished exponents of their repertoire and access to a performance psychologist. The programme forges long-term links between the artists and ENO, with members developing international careers whilst remaining close to the company. Supporters of ENO Harewood Artists have the opportunity to become an important part of the singers’ careers, experiencing their development and progress through invitations to a series of recitals. ENO Harewood Artists Recital Thu 19 Mar, 7 – 9.30pm, with drinks and canapés At home of ENO’s President, Sir Vernon Ellis, Kensington; Free, but please RSVP A chance to hear performances by ENO Harewood Artists in an intimate setting. The recital will be followed by the opportunity to meet the singers and hear about their progress. Opera Works Showcase Wed 13 May, evening performance. Bloomsbury Theatre, WC1H 0AH ENO Opera Works, our year-long professional development programme for singers with soloist potential culminates in an end of year performance – an opportunity for singers to demonstrate the vocal and performance skills learnt during the course.

Repertoire is chosen by Vocal Director Jane Robinson and Casting Director John McMurray to showcase the individual talent of each singer. Directed by Martin Constantine, the performance provides a training opportunity for a young designer, director, producer and stage manager to work alongside a professional team from ENO to stage the production. Stage & Orchestra Rehearsal: Carmen Fri 15 May, 2 – 5pm followed by a meeting with Rhian Lois London Coliseum Free, but please RSVP The stage and orchestra rehearsal is the second opportunity for the singers, chorus and orchestra to work together on the set, bringing together music and performance. The will be an opportunity to meet Rhian Lois after the performance and hear about reprising her role as Frasquita. ENO Harewood Artists Recital Wed 10 Jun, 7 – 9.30pm, with drinks and canapés At the home of ENO’s President, Sir Vernon Ellis, Kensington Free, but please RSVP A chance to hear a night of music performed by soprano Katherine Broderick. Katherine’s debut at ENO was as Donna Anna in Don Giovanni in 2010, a role she returned to in 2012/13 as well as performing as Berta in The Barber of Seville. Katherine’s success in ENO productions and training as an ENO Harewood Artist has led her to since perform internationally will renowned opera companies and symphony orchestras. We are delighted to host her return to ENO for this intimate end of season recital. There will be bespoke opportunities arranged throughout the season for supporters to become more closely connected to the ENO Harewood Artists through invitations to observe rehearsals and coaching. To book email gdeschamps@eno.org or call Gaby Deschamps on 020 7845 9241. Membership of the ENO Harewood Artists scheme starts at £1,500. For more information or to support ENO Harewood Artists visit eno.org/harewoodartists or contact Kat Hattersley on khattersley@eno.org or 020 7845 9494.

Photo: Benjamin Ealovega

Rhian Lois in Xerxes

Photo: Mike Hoban

SUPPORTING ENO TALENT

Edward Gardner

MUSIC DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE The Music Director’s work is at the heart of ENO. From deciding repertoire to casting principle performers, the Music Director helps to drive forward the company musically and plays a vital part in ENO’s activities and mission to produce new, exciting and distinctive opera. This season marks the last year in current Music Director Edward Gardner’s incredibly successful tenure, which ends July 2015. From September 2015, we are delighted to be joined by our new Music Director Mark Wigglesworth. The Music Director’s Circle is a select group of supporters who invest in this pivotal role in order to further ENO’s aims and production output. In addition to the benefits enjoyed by our Opera Circle Patrons, members of the Music Director’s Circle enjoy unrivalled access to the Music Director’s productions throughout the season, and exclusive opportunities to gain insight into his work. Sitzprobe Rehearsal: The Mastersingers of Nuremberg Thu 15 Jan, 2.30 – 5.30pm Henry Wood Hall. Free, but please RSVP A fascinating insight into the rehearsal process at an early stage, the Sitzprobe (German for a ‘seated test’) is the first time that the singers and orchestra rehearse together, focusing purely on the music with no costumes, staging or scenery.

Stage & Orchestra rehearsal: The Mastersingers of Nuremberg Mon 26 Jan, 6.30 – 9.30pm London Coliseum. Free, but please RSVP The stage and orchestra rehearsal is the first opportunity for the singers, chorus and orchestra to work together on the set of the production, giving an exciting insight into how the drama will come together with the music on stage. First Night: The Mastersingers of Nuremberg Sat 7 Feb, 1.30pm Stage Tour 3pm Performance plus VIP post performance drinks with the cast and creative team. London Coliseum Sitzprobe rehearsal: The Queen of Spades Tue 26 May, 10.30am – 1.30pm Venue to be confirmed. Free, but please RSVP Stage & Orchestra rehearsal: The Queen of Spades Mon 1 Jun, 6.30 – 9.30pm London Coliseum. Free, but please RSVP First Night: The Queen of Spades Sat 6 June, 6pm Stage Tour 7pm Performance plus VIP post performance drinks with the cast and creative team. London Coliseum Music Director’s Farewell Party Tue 16 Jun A Patron’s private home, Wimbledon Members of the Music Director’s Circle are invited to gather at a supporter’s beautiful private home for an evening reception to celebrate Edward Gardner’s many successes throughout his time at ENO. To book email gdeschamps@eno.org or call Gaby Deschamps on 020 7845 9241. Membership of the Music Director’s Circle starts at £10,000. For more information or to support the Music Director’s Circle visit eno.org/musicdirectorscircle or contact Emma Warren-Thomas on ewarrenthomas@eno.org or 020 7845 9474

The Indian Queen

Production support

Supported by the English Opera Group and a special production support syndicate. Devised and directed by Director in Residence Peter Sellars, the rich and transcendent score of Purcell’s final unfinished opera is reworked for a new co-production with Perm State Opera and Teatro Real, Madrid. The new retelling recounts the initial confrontation between Europeans and the Mayans of the New World through a personal account from the female perspective, which Sellars has based on The Lost Chronicles of Terra Firma by Nicaraguan author Rosario Aguilar. Led by baroque specialist Laurence Cummings this new production is set to the stunning backdrop of set designs from LA-based graffiti artist, Gronk and stars exceptional young soprano Julia Bullock, for whom Sellars created the role, and leading British lyric soprano Lucy Crowe.

ENGLISH OPERA GROUP

The English Opera Group was founded to support our continuing commitment to produce world-class English-language opera and to celebrate operas originally written in English. This year members are supporting The Indian Queen. Members enjoy special access to the cast and creative team behind supported operas and an invitation to an annual recital of English opera music.

To enable this very special work to be presented, we have also formed a specific group of supporters to invest in the production to ensure its success. We are offering supporters of the The Indian Queen syndicate access to a series of bespoke events allowing them to become more involved with this exciting new co-production. Perspectives on Purcell Opera Thu 29 Jan, Drinks 6pm, Presentation & Music 6.30 - 8pm Sky Bar, London Coliseum Free, but please RSVP More than 300 years after his death Purcell is still regarded as one of Britain’s finest composers. Led by Professor Andrew Pinnock, 17th-century English music specialist and Hon Secretary of The Purcell Society, this evening of lecture and song gives supporters the opportunity to explore the life and creative output of Henry Purcell and his connections to ENO. A selection of Purcell songs including several from The Indian Queen will be performed by ENO Harewood Artists. Sitzprobe Rehearsal Tue 10 Feb 2015, 10.30 - 1.30pm followed by an opportunity to meet Lawrence Cummings Henry Wood Hall, SE1 4HU Free, but please RSVP A fascinating insight into the rehearsal process at an early stage, the sitzprobe (German for a ‘seated test’) is the first time that the singers and orchestra rehearse together, focusing purely on the music with no costumes, staging or scenery.

Photo: Javier del Real / Teatro Real

SUPPORTING ENO PRODUCTIONS

The Indian Queen

Stage & Orchestra Rehearsal Thu 12 Feb 2015, 6.30 – 9.30pm London Coliseum Free, but please RSVP The stage and orchestra rehearsal is the first opportunity for the singers, chorus and orchestra to work together on the set, bringing together music and performance.

THE MASTERSINGERS OF NUREMBERG Supported by a special production syndicate of individual donors. Wagner’s The Mastersingers of Nuremberg has helped to define ENO. Productions of this work have marked pinnacles of artistic excellence from ENO’s ensemble throughout our history. We are delighted to be bringing Richard Jones’ witty and intelligent staging to the London Coliseum, thanks to the generosity of our syndicate of supporters. Syndicate members are invited to enjoy the following opportunities for involvement with this production;

Sitzprobe Rehearsal

Thur 15 Jan, 2.30 – 5.30pm Henry Wood Hall. Free, but please RSVP

First Night Thu 26 Feb 2015, 5.30pm Stage Tour, 7pm Performance plus VIP post-performance drinks with the cast and creative team London Coliseum

Stage & Orchestra rehearsal: The Mastersingers of Nuremberg

Join us for the world staged premiere of The Indian Queen. Supporters are invited to a pre-performance stage tour and talk, private VIP post-performance drinks with the cast and creative team in the American Bar and have access to the company party in the Sky Bar.

First Night

To book email rsvp@eno.org or call Gaby Deschamps on 020 7845 9241. Membership to the English Opera Group starts at £5,000. The Indian Queen production support begins at £1,000. For more information visit eno.org/englishoperagroup or eno.org/productionsupport or contact Kat Hattersley on khattersley@eno.org or 020 7845 9494.

Mon 26 Jan, 6.30 – 9.30pm London Coliseum. Free, but please RSVP

Sat 7 Feb, 1.30pm Stage Tour 3pm Performance Join us for an exclusive pre-performance talk and stage tour, VIP interval refreshments and postperformance drinks with the cast and creative team.

Cast Supper and Celebration Mon 23 Feb, 7 – 11pm Frederick’s, Islington Recommended donation: £65

A special celebration to thank the supporters, cast and creative team who have made this production possible. Syndicate members can book via email to gdeschamps @eno.org or by calling Gaby Deschamps on 020 7845 9241 For more information about supporting this production please call Emma Warren-Thomas on 020 7845 9474 or email ewarrenthomas@eno.org

SUPPORTING ENO PRODUCTIONS

Tansy Davies, composer: Between Worlds

Between Worlds Supported by the Contemporary Opera Group and a special production support syndicate. Between Worlds is a new commission from Tansy Davies based on the events of 9/11. Addressing one of the most significant events of the 21st Century, the work brings together the universal operatic themes of tragedy, loss, courage, grief and healing.

Production Support The production is supported by the Contemporary Opera Group, and we are also offering individuals the opportunity to become involved by joining the Between Worlds production support syndicate. Opportunities for production support start at £1,000 with additional bespoke involvement from £5,000 and £10,000 Production supporters, including members of the Contemporary Opera Group, will enjoy access to the following special opportunities to get closer to this innovative production. Introducing Between Worlds Wed 28 Jan, 6.30 – 8.30pm London Coliseum Join key members of the production team, creative team and cast for a musical introduction to Between Worlds.

Between Worlds

Sitzprobe rehearsal: Between Worlds Thu 26 Mar, 2.30 – 5.30pm Venue TBC. Free, but please RSVP

Contemporary Opera Group

A fascinating insight into the rehearsal process at an early stage, the Sitzprobe (German for a ‘seated test’) is the first time that the singers and orchestra rehearse together.

Supporting The Gospel According to the Other Mary and Between Worlds.

Stage & Orchestra rehearsal: Between Worlds Sat 4 Apr, 3 – 6pm Barbican Centre EC2Y 8DS. Free, but please RSVP The stage and orchestra rehearsal is the first opportunity for the singers, chorus and orchestra to work together on the set, bringing together music and performance First Night Sat 11 Apr, 6.30pm pre-performance talk. 7.30pm performance Join us for an exclusive pre-performance talk and VIP post-performance drinks with the cast and creative team. To book, email gdeschamps@eno.org or call Gaby Deschamps on 020 7845 9241 For more information about supporting Between Worlds, contact Emma Warren-Thomas on ewarrenthomas@eno.org or 020 7845 9474

Members of the Contemporary Opera Group share our commitment to bringing pioneering new commissions and contemporary works to the international stage by directly supporting new and recent works by contemporary composers. In return, members enjoy close involvement and unrivalled access to the productions.

To book, email gdeschamps@eno.org or call Gaby Deschamps on 020 7845 9241 Membership of the Contemporary Opera Group starts at £5,000 a year. For more information about joining, or about supporting Between Worlds, contact Emma Warren-Thomas on ewarrenthomas@eno.org or 020 7845 9474

In addition to the Between Worlds events on the previous page, we are delighted to offer members of the Contemporary Opera Group the following extra opportunities for involvement with ENO’s work and artistic output. Lunch with Tansy Davies and Nick Drake Tuesday 31 March, 12.30 – 2pm Barbican Centre EC2Y 8DS Tickets £20 Join composer Tansy Davies and librettist Nick Drake for an informal lunch to hear their thoughts on this groundbreaking new commission and the challenges of portraying recent historical events on the stage. Contemporary Opera Group Annual Lunch Thu 23 Apr, 12.30 – 3.30pm The Delaunay, WC2B 4BB Free, but please RSVP Join Artistic Director John Berry for a special lunch to discuss ENO’s plans for the forthcoming 2015/16 season.

SUPPORTING ENO PRODUCTIONS

The Pirates of Penzance

The Pirates of Penzance Supported by a special production syndicate of individual donors. In 2015, ENO is joining forces with celebrated film director and Gilbert & Sullivan aficionado Mike Leigh, making his opera debut, to bring a new production of the well-loved classic The Pirates of Penzance to the London Coliseum. With 19 performances and over 45,000 tickets available, this will be one of the most widely seen operas of the year. Syndicate members are invited to enjoy the following opportunities for involvement with this production: Syndicate Launch Tue 9 Dec 2014, 6.30 – 9pm London Coliseum Join Artistic Director John Berry with award winning director Mike Leigh and some of the foremost experts on the works of W.S. Gilbert & Arthur Sullivan for an introduction to our newest interpretation of this much-loved work and an insightful discussion about ENO’s relationship with the famous Savoy Operas. champagne and afternoon tea March 2015 date and venue tbc Join director Mike Leigh, conductor David Parry and producer Bob Holland for an afternoon of conversation and a chance to explore some gems from ENO’s own Gilbert & Sullivan archive over a Victorian Afternoon Tea with champagne.

Sitzprobe rehearsal Tue 28 Apr, 3 - 6pm Venue tbc. Free, but please RSVP

Carmen

How to Book

A fascinating insight into the rehearsal process at an early stage, the Sitzprobe (German for a ‘seated test’) is the first time that the singers and orchestra rehearse together, focusing purely on the music with no costumes, staging or scenery First night Sat 9 May 7.30pm performance and VIP interval reception

Friends

Enjoy an exclusive interval champagne reception with designer Alison Chitty, followed by VIP postperformance drinks with the cast and creative team.

Young Patrons

Cast Celebration Lunch Wed 17 Jun, 12.30pm London Coliseum Tickets: £30

American Friends of ENO

A special celebration to thank the supporters, cast and creative team who have made this production possible.

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Friends of ENO events are open to all American Friends and all Patrons unless specified • • •

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Visit eno.org/friendsevents Use the enclosed form Call the ENO Box Office on 020 7845 9300

Visit eno.org/youngpatronsevents

American Friends Events are open to all Friends and Patrons unless specified Visit eno.org/americanfriendsevents Contact Alice Beckwith on (+44) 207 845 9331 or abeckwith@eno.org

Syndicate members can book via email to gdeschamps@eno.org or by calling Gaby Deschamps on 020 7845 9241

Opera Circle

Syndicate membership starts at £1,000.

Opera Circle events are open to all Patrons that give over £1,000 unless specified.

For more information about supporting this production and future opportunities for production support, contact Emma Warren-Thomas on 020 7845 9474 or ewarrenthomas@eno.org

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Visit eno.org/operacircleevents Use the enclosed form Contact Gaby Deschamps on 020 7845 9241 or gdeschamps@eno.org

Photo: Alastair Muir

Specialist Support Events are only available to members of the specific group they support unless specified. •

Contact Gaby Deschamps on 020 7845 9241 or rsvp@eno.org

Please be aware that some events have a limited capacity and tickets will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis.

How to Join ENO relies on the support of generous individuals so we can continue to make world-class, distinctive and exciting opera and nurture new talent. For more information or if you would like to become a member at Patrons level please contact Kat Hattersley on 020 7845 9494 or khattersley@eno.org or visit eno.org/memberships For more information or if you would like to become a Friend of ENO please call 020 7845 9420, email friends@eno.org or visit eno.org/friends

Give the gift of opera Buy an ENO Friends membership and guarantee that the lucky recipient has an operatic year enjoying all that ENO Friendship has to offer, including: • • •

Priority booking for ENO performances Dress rehearsal tickets from £7 A very special events programme with the chance to meet ENO Artists

An ENO Friends membership is the perfect gift for opera lovers for any occasion.

To buy visit the Box Office or call the Friends team on 020 7845 9420.