ENO Patrons and Friends Events Programme by English National Opera

ENO PATRONS AND FRIENDS EVENTS PROGRAMME

AUTUMN 2015 SPRING 2016

DRESS REHEARSALS

WELCOME Welcome to the Autumn 2015 and Spring 2016 Events Brochure. We are pleased to be hosting another year of rehearsals, recitals, insight evenings, exclusive stage tours and parties for you: our most loyal Friends, Patrons and Supporters. This season, we fully intend to build upon our amazing artistic achievements from 2014/15. The pages ahead detail all of the unmissable occasions scheduled to complement our pioneering programming. We look forward to seeing you there.

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FIRST NIGHTS DRESS REHEARSALS

FRIENDS

YOUNG PATRONS

AMERICAN FRIENDS OF ENO

OPERA CIRCLE

ENO HAREWOOD ARTISTS

FIRST NIGHTS

DRESS REHEARSALS

ENO first nights are the occasions upon which we unveil our work to the press and public. Patrons are warmly invited to join the artists, creative team and our executive team for a post-performance party in the Sky Bar.

Dress rehearsals are a unique opportunity to see what goes on behind the scenes. As a supporter of ENO you are warmly invited to gain access and insight into this important aspect of the creative process.

AUTUMN 2015

SPRING 2016

LADY MACBETH OF MTSENSK Sat 26 Sep, 7.30pm

THE MAGIC FLUTE Fri 5 Feb, 7.30pm

THE BARBER OF SEVILLE Mon 28 Sep, 7.30pm

10 ENO CONTEMPORARY 11 MUSIC DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE 12 PRODUCTION SUPPORT: LADY MACBETH OF MTSENSK

LA BOHÈME Fri 16 Oct, 7.30pm

13 PRODUCTION SUPPORT: AKHNATEN

NORMA Wed 17 Feb, 7.30pm AKHNATEN Fri 4 Mar, 7.30pm

THE FORCE OF DESTINY Mon 9 Nov, 7.00pm

14 PRODUCTION SUPPORT: TRISTAN AND ISOLDE 15 HOW TO BOOK

THE MIKADO Sat 21 Nov, 7.30pm

16 EXPLORE ENO

Front cover The Magic Flute, Photo: Robbie Jack

FIRST NIGHT SUPPERS Patrons are also invited to book for preperformance private dining on first nights in the American Bar. This two course meal with wine and coffee is £35 per head and always begins one hour before the performance. Places are limited and priority booking is given to Leading Patrons and above. To book, please contact Ben Siddall: bsiddall@eno.org | 020 7845 9241.

DRESS REHEARSALS FOR AUTUMN 2015 LADY MACBETH OF MTSENSK Thu 24 Sep, 6 – 9.15pm, including 1 interval

THE FORCE OF DESTINY Fri 6 Nov, 6 – 9.30pm, including 2 intervals

THE BARBER OF SEVILLE Fri 25 Sep, 6 – 9.15pm, including 1 interval

THE MIKADO Thu 19 Nov, 10.30am – 1.30pm, including 1 interval

LA BOHÈME Wed 14 Oct, 6 – 9pm, including 1 interval Dress rehearsal dates and times for Spring 2016 will be announced in due course. Solo Friends are invited to book 1 ticket. Duet Friends and above are eligible for 2 tickets for each dress rehearsal. New for this season, Young Patrons are welcome to attend dress rehearsals. Solo members may book 1 ticket, Associate members are eligible for 2 tickets for each dress rehearsal. Ensemble Friends, Company Friends, Associate Young Patrons and Patrons receive priority when booking for dress rehearsals. To upgrade your membership and take advantage of this benefit, please call the Friends Office on 020 7845 9420. 3

FRIENDS Photo: Sarah Lee

FRIENDS

The Mikado

Our Friends are ENO’s core supporters, sharing our passion for presenting world-class, distinctive opera in English to the widest possible audience. Membership of the Friends is a great way to get involved with the work of our award-winning company. In recognition of your support, we extend a range of privileges that allow Friends to engage more closely with us. Friends events are also open to American Friends of ENO and all Patrons. Artists will join Patrons for supper following the Insight talks. INSIGHT: LADY MACBETH OF MTSENSK Wed 16 Sep, 6pm Doors, 6.30 – 7.30pm Talk Sky Bar, London Coliseum Tickets: £15 Hear ENO Music Director Mark Wigglesworth and Patricia Racette (Katerina) discuss their approach to this bold and powerful piece. INSIGHT: LA BOHÈME Mon 26 Oct, 6pm Doors, 6.30 – 7.30pm Talk Sky Bar, London Coliseum Tickets: £15 This season, Benedict Andrews gives a new perspective on one of opera’s most popular stories, La bohème. Hear Corinne Winters (Mimì) and Duncan Rock (Marcello) as they discuss working on the iconic opera.

STAGE & ORCHESTRA REHEARSAL: THE FORCE OF DESTINY Thu 5 Nov, 10.30am – 1.30pm London Coliseum Tickets: £15 Company Friends only, free to Music Director’s Appeal supporters over £250 Join us for the first time the singers, chorus and orchestra assemble in a working rehearsal on the production set. PRE-DRESS REHEARSAL TALK: THE FORCE OF DESTINY Fri 6 Nov, 4.45 – 5.15pm Sky Bar, London Coliseum Tickets: £7 Join opera and theatre historian Sarah Lenton who will be sharing her fascinating insight into Verdi’s work.

FRIENDS & PATRONS WELCOME TALK & THEATRE TOUR Thu 12 Nov, 3.30 – 5.30pm Sky Bar & Auditorium, London Coliseum Tickets: £5 (priority given to new supporters) This event gives newly-joined Friends, Young Patrons and Patrons the opportunity to meet the team and gain a unique insight into the history and inner workings of the company, including an introductory talk and tour of the London Coliseum. INSIGHT: THE FORCE OF DESTINY Mon 16 Nov, 6pm Doors, 6.30 – 7.30pm Talk Sky Bar, London Coliseum Tickets: £15 This co-production with the Metropolitan Opera will mark ENO’s first new production of this opera in over 20 years. Join Gwyn Hughes Jones (Don Alvaro), Tamara Wilson (Donna Leonora di Vargas) and Anthony Michaels-Moore (Don Carlo di Vargas) as they discuss working on this Verdi rarity. INSIGHT: NORMA Tue 26 Jan, 6pm Doors, 6.30 – 7.30pm Talk Sky Bar, London Coliseum Tickets: £15 Hear conductor Stephen Lord and soprano Majorie Owens (Norma) as they explore the process of bringing this new production to ENO’s stage. STAGE & ORCHESTRA REHEARSAL: THE MAGIC FLUTE Mon 1 Feb, 6.30pm – 9.30pm London Coliseum Tickets: Free, but please RSVP, to Music Director’s Appeal supporters over £250 Join us for the first time the singers, chorus and orchestra assemble in a working rehearsal on the production set.

THE MIKADO 30TH ANNIVERSARY SING-A-LONG Tue 2 Feb, 6pm Doors, 6.30 – 8pm Sing-a-long, 8 – 8.30pm Drinks Sky Bar, London Coliseum Tickets: £25 (open to Friends, American Friends, Young Patrons and all Patrons) This season marks the 30th anniversary of Jonathan Miller’s production of The Mikado. Join the Chorus Master and members of the ENO Chorus for a sing-a-long to celebrate the return of a much-loved production. INSIGHT: AKHNATEN Thu 18 Feb, 2016, 6pm Doors, 6.30 – 7.30pm Talk Sky Bar, London Coliseum Tickets: £15 Akhnaten received its UK premiere at ENO in 1985. 31 years on Phelim McDermott and Improbable bring this thought-provoking piece to the London Coliseum stage with a brand new production. Join members of the cast and creative team as they discuss collaborating on this exciting new production. STAGE & ORCHESTRA REHEARSAL: AKHNATEN Fri 26 Feb, 10.30am London Coliseum Tickets: £15 (Company Friends) Join us for the first time the singers, chorus and orchestra assemble in a working rehearsal on the production set.

To book visit eno.org/friendsevents or call the ENO Box Office on 020 7845 9300. To find out more about becoming a Friend or to purchase a gift membership visit eno.org/friends or contact friends@eno.org | 020 7845 9420. 5

AMERICAN FRIENDS OF ENO

YOUNG PATRONS

AMERICAN FRIENDS OF ENO

Established in 2008, ENO Young Patrons is London’s leading membership scheme for young people interested in opera and the arts. Whether you’re an expert or completely new to opera, come and meet a welcoming group of like-minded people and enjoy getting more involved with ENO.

ENO has enjoyed a close affiliation with the United States since the Company’s highlyacclaimed 1984 tour. We have a strong working relationship with the Metropolitan Opera, New York; and our productions regularly tour to US cities such as San Francisco, Washington, Santa Fe, and San Diego. The American Friends of ENO enables American taxpayers to provide crucial support for ENO through tax-favourable giving.

INSIGHT EVENINGS See Friends events (p.4 – 5) for dates 6pm Doors, 6.30 – 7.30pm Talk Sky Bar, London Coliseum Tickets: £15 (Associate members) Join us for ENO’s Insight evenings. Discover an insider’s perspective on our new productions from the singers and creative teams. BELLINIS WITH PUCCINI Thu 17 Sep, 6.30 – 9pm Balcony Bar, London Coliseum Tickets: £15, all welcome See in the season at our first party of the year where you’ll be introduced to the eclectic run of productions in store and hear extracts performed by the ENO Harewood Artists. Enjoy a bellini on arrival and speeches from our special guests Composer-in-Residence, Ryan Wigglesworth and Interim CEO Cressida Pollock. LA BOHÈME Wed 21 Oct, 6pm Stage Tour, 6.30pm Drinks, 7.30pm Performance London Coliseum Tickets: £30, including a seat in the Upper Circle Puccini’s unforgettable story, told through a brand new production directed by Benedict Andrews. Join us for an exclusive stage tour followed by pre-performance and interval drinks in a private room.

YOUNG PATRONS’ CHRISTMAS PARTY Mon 14 Dec, 7 – 9.30pm Balcony Bar, London Coliseum Tickets: £25 Back by popular demand, we’re throwing another Christmas party. With wine-tasting, carols led by the ENO Harewood Artists, cheese and more wine-tasting: join us for merriment and music-making! THE MAGIC FLUTE Thu 11 Feb, 6pm Stage Tour, 6.30pm Drinks, 7.30pm Performance London Coliseum Tickets: £30, including a seat in the Upper Circle Mozart’s timeless classic is one of the greatest and most popular operas ever written. Join us for an exclusive stage tour followed by pre-performance and interval drinks in a private room. VOCAL CORDS: AN INSIGHT INTO THE VOICE Tue 1 Mar, 6.30 – 9pm, with drinks reception Chorus Rehearsal Studio, London Coliseum Tickets: £20 Join ENO’s Head of Casting John McMurray, Harewood Artist Catherine Young and Head of Training Jane Robinson for a fascinating insight into the classical voice as an instrument.

THE BARBER OF SEVILLE: FRIENDS AND FAMILY EVENING Sat 3 Oct, 5.15pm Stage Tour, 5.45pm with drinks & canapé reception, 6.30pm Performance London Coliseum Tickets: £140 (adult), £75 (child) (American Friends, ENO Friends and Patrons) Join us for Rossini’s comic masterpiece at the first American Friends evening of the 2015/16 Season. The return of Jonathan Miller’s elegant and much-loved production will showcase leading British talent, with Andrew Shore returning as Bartolo and former ENO Harewood Artist Kathryn Rudge singing her first Rosina. THE FORCE OF DESTINY Fri 13 Nov, 5.45pm Stage Tour, 6.15pm with drinks & canapé reception, 7.00pm Performance London Coliseum Tickets: £140 (American Friends, ENO Friends and Patrons) With ENO’s Music Director Mark Wigglesworth at the helm, this major new production of Verdi’s powerful work tells a tragic love story. Gwyn Hughes Jones takes the role of Don Alvaro, alongside American soprano Tamara Wilson, making her British debut as Donna Leonora.

THE MIKADO: FRIENDS & FAMILY EVENING Sat 6 Feb, 6.15pm Stage Tour, 6.45pm with drinks & canapé reception, 7.30pm Performance London Coliseum Tickets: £140 (adult), £75 (child) (American Friends, ENO Friends and Patrons) Jonathan Miller’s iconic production of Gilbert and Sullivan’s Japanese send-up returns complete with high-kicking chorus lines, satirical touches and a wonderfully elegant score. ENO Harewood Artists Anthony Gregory and Mary Bevan play the lovers Nanki-Poo and Yum-Yum, and ENO’s Charles Mackerras Fellow Fergus Macleod makes his conducting company debut. AKHNATEN Tue 8 Mar, 6.15pm Stage Tour, 6.45pm with drinks & canapé reception, 7.30pm Performance London Coliseum Tickets: £110 (American Friends, ENO Friends and Patrons) Directed by Phelim McDermott, this new production of Philip Glass’s iconic Akhnaten continues the very special relationship between ENO and Philip Glass, which originated with the UK premiere of this very piece in 1985.

Book online at eno.org/youngpatronsevents

Your ticket includes a stalls seat, stage tour, private pre-performance and interval reception and one programme.

You can join Young Patrons from just £60 a year / £5 a month (Solo membership), or £180 a year/ £15 a month (Associate membership)*.

To book visit eno.org/americanfriendsevents

For more information about becoming a Young Patron or to purchase a Gift Membership, visit eno.org/youngpatrons or contact Ben Siddall: bsiddall@eno.org | 020 7845 9241.

You can join AFENO from £175 as an Ensemble Friend or £1,000 at Patron level*. To find out more visit eno.org/americanfriends or contact: americanfriends@eno.org | (+44)207 845 9331.

ENO HAREWOOD ARTISTS

OPERA CIRCLE

ENO HAREWOOD ARTISTS

The Opera Circle is a group of dedicated individuals who provide generous support across the full range of our work and support our mission to produce distinctive, unforgettable productions that engage and resonate with diverse audiences. Patrons of the Opera Circle are invited to join the starring artists of ENO along with our creative and executive teams for a very special series of exclusive events.

Our commitment to nurturing young British talent is at the heart of ENO’s 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.

For Insight & Suppers please see pages 4 & 5 for full details of guest artists. INSIGHT & SUPPER: LADY MACBETH OF MTSENSK Wed 16 Sep, 6pm Doors, 6.30 – 7.30pm Talk, 7.30 – 9pm Supper Tickets: £45 (£15 Talk only)

INSIGHT & SUPPER: THE FORCE OF DESTINY Mon 16 Nov, 6pm Doors, 6.30 – 7.30pm Talk, 7.30 – 9pm Supper Tickets: £45 (£15 Talk only)

INSIGHT & SUPPER: LA BOHÈME Mon 26 Oct, 6pm Doors, 6.30 – 7.30pm Talk, 7.30 – 9pm Supper Tickets: £45 (£15 Talk only)

ENO’S 85TH BIRTHDAY GALA Thu 21 Jan 2016, 7pm until late The Landmark London, Marylebone Join us to celebrate 85 years since ENO’s inaugural performance. More details to follow but be sure to save the date!

ITALIAN ICONS: AN EXPLORATION OF 19th CENTURY ITALIAN OPERA Mon 2 Nov, 7 – 9.30pm, with drinks & canapés At the home of ENO’s President, Sir Vernon Ellis, in Kensington Tickets: £25 (Leading Patrons & above) Across the 2015/16 season ENO will perform five productions by Italy’s finest composers: Rossini, Puccini, Verdi and Bellini. Join leading Italian Opera expert Dr Francesco Izzo for a musical exploration of this iconic repertoire, before he chairs a panel discussion with special guests including The Barber of Seville conductor Christopher Allen. The evening will feature performances from members of the cast of The Barber of Seville, La bohème and The Force of Destiny.

INSIGHT & SUPPER: NORMA Tue 26 Jan, 6pm Doors, 6.30 – 7.30pm Talk, 7.30 – 9pm Supper Tickets: £45 (£15 Talk only) INSIGHT & SUPPER: AKHNATEN Thu 18 Feb, 6pm Doors, 6.30 – 7.30pm Talk, 7.30 – 9pm Supper Tickets: £45 (£15 Talk only) THE QUEEN OF THE NIGHT: HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE MAGIC FLUTE Mon 22 Feb, 7 – 9.30pm with drinks & canapés At the home of ENO’s President, Sir Vernon Ellis, in Kensington Tickets: £25 (Leading Patrons & above) Enjoy an intimate evening of highlights from the opera performed by members of the cast including Ambur Braid (Queen of the Night).

ENO HAREWOOD ARTISTS RECITAL Wed 18 Nov, 7 – 9.30pm with drinks & canapés At the home of ENO’s President, Sir Vernon Ellis, in Kensington Tickets: Free (but please RSVP) to Harewood Artist patrons, £25 (Leading Patrons & above) The first of our 2015/16 recital series gives patrons the chance to hear solo recitals by our Harewood Artists in an intimate and supportive setting. This recital will feature bass Barnaby Rea and new Harewood Artist baritone Matthew Durkan, following their appearances as Don Basilio and Fiorella in The Barber of Seville. HAREWOOD ARTIST PATRONS’ LUNCH Dec, venue tbc Tickets: £30 (Leading Patrons & above) New for 2015/16. Join members of the Harewood Artists programme for a very special lunch and the opportunity to find out about their personal progress on and off the London Coliseum stage.

ENO HAREWOOD ARTISTS RECITAL Wed 9 March 2016, 7 – 9.30pm with drinks & canapés At the home of ENO’s President, Sir Vernon Ellis, in Kensington Tickets: Free (but please RSVP) to Harewood Artist patrons, £25 (Leading Patrons & above) Join us for the chance to hear solo recitals by our Harewood Artists in an intimate and supportive setting. This recital will feature tenor Anthony Gregory following his run as Nanki-Poo in The Mikado and Harewood Artist alumna mezzo-soprano Kathryn Rudge. VOCAL CORDS: AN INSIGHT INTO THE VOICE Tue 1 Mar, 6.30 – 9pm, with drinks reception Chorus Rehearsal Studio, London Coliseum Tickets: £20 (open to all Patrons) Join ENO’s Head of Casting John McMurray, Harewood Artist Catherine Young and Head of Training Jane Robinson for a fascinating insight into the classical voice as an instrument. Discover the technique, virtuosity and stamina required to succeed in the profession and how ENO finds the right artists to cast in our roles. The evening will feature examples from Jane’s coaching sessions and operatic extracts performed by Catherine, followed by the chance to meet the panel during the drinks reception.

Please note there will also be bespoke invitations to observe rehearsals and coaching sessions for Principal Patrons and above. To book please contact Ben Siddall: rsvp@eno.org | 020 7845 9241.

To book visit eno.org/operacircleevents or contact Ben Siddall: rsvp@eno.org | 020 7845 9241. You can become part of ENO’s Opera Circle through a donation £1,000 or more*. To find out more visit eno.org/operacircle or contact Kat Hattersley: khattersley@eno.org | 020 7845 9494. 8

You can support the development of our young talent with a donation of £1,500 or more*. To find out more visit eno.org/harewoodartists or contact Kat Hattersley: khattersley@eno.org 020 7845 9494. 9

ENO CONTEMPORARY

MUSIC DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE

ENO Contemporary (previously known as Contemporary Opera Group) was founded in 2005 to directly support ENO’s most innovative projects including new commissions, off-site initiatives and artistic collaborations. Supporters enjoy the highest level of access to the ENO House Composers, the ENO Artist-in-Residence, and our work with other theatrical and educational organisations. This season, ENO Contemporary is supporting our new production of Philip Glass’s Akhnaten. AKHNATEN LAUNCH PARTY Thu 22 Oct, 6.30 – 8.30pm London Coliseum Tickets: £15 Be the first to hear all about director Phelim McDermott’s exciting vision for this new production of Philip Glass’s extraordinary opera based on the life of the Egyptian pharaoh Akhenaten. AKHNATEN PRODUCTION INSIGHT EVENING Thu 19 Nov, 6.30 – 8.30pm, with drinks reception Lilian Baylis House, West Hampstead Tickets: £15 Join director Phelim McDermott, designer Tom Pye and producer Bob Holland at a special reception for the first viewing of the set models for Akhnaten and an update on the production and rehearsal process. ORCHESTRA REHEARSAL Tues 9 Feb, 10am – 1pm Venue tbc Tickets: Free, but please RSVP An exclusive opportunity to observe the ENO Orchestra as they rehearse Philip Glass’s beautiful score with conductor Karen Kamensek.

SITZPROBE REHEARSAL Fri 19 Feb, 10.30am – 1.30pm Venue tbc Tickets: Free, but please RSVP A fascinating insight into the rehearsal process. The Sitzprobe is the first time that the singers and orchestra rehearse together. STAGE & ORCHESTRA REHEARSAL Fri 26 Feb, 10.30am – 1.30pm London Coliseum Tickets: Free, but please RSVP Join us to see the first time the singers, chorus and orchestra assemble in a working rehearsal on the production set. FIRST NIGHT STAGE TOUR AND POST-PERFORMANCE VIP RECEPTION Fri 4 Mar, 6pm Tour, 7.30pm Performance London Coliseum Tour & reception free, but please RSVP Explore behind the scenes on opening night with a pre-performance stage tour from one of our Staff Directors. Join us after the performance for a VIP drinks reception with the cast and company. AKHNATEN CELEBRATION LUNCH Thu 3 March, 1 – 3pm London Coliseum Tickets: £40 Join principal cast members and the creative and production team to celebrate the return of Akhnaten to ENO.

To book please contact Kat Hattersley: rsvp@eno.org | 020 7845 9494. You can support our pioneering new work through becoming an ENO Contemporary patron with a donation of £5,000 or more. To find out more visit eno.org/contemporaryopera or contact Kat Hattersley: khattersley@eno.org | 020 7845 9494. 10

Photo: Sim Canetty-Clarke

ENO CONTEMPORARY

MUSIC DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE The Music Director is at the heart of ENO’s work, driving the company musically and playing a vital role in many areas of the company’s work, from repertoire to casting. Established in 2008, the Music Director’s Circle is an enlightened group of supporters who invest in this pivotal role and enjoy unrivalled access to the Music Director and his work. Supporters enjoy the highest level of benefits available to Opera Circle patrons, exclusive opportunities to meet the Music Director throughout the year at special events, and access to closed rehearsals. WELCOME RECEPTION Mon 7 Sept, 6.00 – 8.00pm, with drinks & nibbles London Coliseum Tickets: £25 Welcome Mark Wigglesworth to ENO with a drinks and nibbles at the London Coliseum, and find out his plans for the coming season and beyond. LADY MACBETH OF MTSENSK ORCHESTRA REHEARSAL Mon 7 Sept, 2.30 – 5.30pm SITZPROBE REHEARSAL Thur 10 Sept, 2.30 – 6pm STAGE & ORCHESTRA REHEARSAL Tue 22 Sept, 6.30 – 9.30pm FIRST NIGHT STAGE TOUR AND POST-PERFORMANCE VIP RECEPTION Sat 26 Sept, 6pm Tour, 7.30pm Performance

Mark Wigglesworth

THE FORCE OF DESTINY SITZPROBE REHEARSAL Mon 26 Oct, 10.30am – 1.30pm STAGE & ORCHESTRA REHEARSAL Thurs 5 Nov, 10am – 1.30pm FIRST NIGHT STAGE TOUR AND POST-PERFORMANCE VIP RECEPTION Mon 9 Nov, 5.30pm Tour, 7.00pm Performance THE MAGIC FLUTE SITZPROBE REHEARSAL Tue 19 Jan, 10.30am – 1.30pm STAGE & ORCHESTRA REHEARSAL Mon 1 Feb, 6.30 – 9.30pm FIRST NIGHT STAGE TOUR AND POST-PERFORMANCE VIP RECEPTION Fri 5 Feb, 7pm Tour, 7.30pm Performance

All rehearsals are free to attend but please RSVP to Ben Siddall: rsvp@eno.org | 020 7845 9241. Venues will be confirmed in advance. You can join this special group of patrons with a donation of £10,000 or more. To find out more please contact Georgina Ralston: gralston@eno.org | 020 7845 9489. 11

Photo: Edward Straub

PRODUCTION SUPPORT

Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk

PRODUCTION SUPPORT: LADY MACBETH OF MTSENSK Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk is Shostakovich’s masterpiece and one of the most powerful and dramatically effective operas of the 20th century. Based on Nikolai Leskov’s 1865 novella Lady Macbeth of the Mtsensk District, the story follows the downfall of Katerina, a victim of her circumstances, whose extreme and murderous behaviour is effected by the domestic and social constraints that entrap her. The production launches Mark Wigglesworth’s tenure as Music Director, who is collaborating with leading Russian director Dmitri Tcherniakov. The world-class cast is led by Patricia Racette (Katerina), with John Daszak (Sergei), Peter Hoare (Zinovy) and Robert Hayward (Boris). To enable ENO to bring this beautiful work to the stage we have formed a special group of Production Supporters, to whom we are delighted to offer the following range of opportunities for involvement in this production. ORCHESTRA REHEARSAL Mon 7 Sept, 2.30 – 6pm, followed by meet and greet with Mark Wigglesworth London Coliseum Tickets: Free, but please RSVP A unique opportunity to observe Mark Wigglesworth expertly craft the orchestral textures of Shostakovich’s score for his first production as ENO Music Director. SITZPROBE REHEARSAL Thur 10 Sept, 2.30 – 6pm, followed by drinks with members of the cast Lilian Baylis House, West Hampstead Tickets: Free, but please RSVP A fascinating insight into the rehearsal process. The Sitzprobe 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 WITH STAGE & COSTUME TOUR Tue 15 Sept, 5.45pm Tour, 6.30 - 9.30pm Rehearsal London Coliseum Tickets: Free, but please RSVP Join us to see the first time the singers, chorus and orchestra assemble in a working rehearsal on the production set. Before the rehearsal Costume Supervisor, Sarah Hamza, will treat donors to a stage and costume tour, giving you the chance to go behind the scenes of the production. FIRST NIGHT STAGE TOUR AND POST-PERFORMANCE VIP RECEPTION Sat 26 Sept, 6pm Tour, 7.30pm Performance London Coliseum Explore behind the scenes on opening night with a pre-performance stage tour from one of our Staff Directors. Join us after the performance for a VIP drinks reception with the cast and company.

PRODUCTION SUPPORT: AKHNATEN Philip Glass’s mesmerising Akhnaten explores the life and religious convictions of the pharaoh Akhenaten. ENO staged the UK premiere in 1985 and we are delighted to be bringing the opera back to the Coliseum in a brand new production from Improbable Theatre Company’s Phelim McDermott (The Perfect American, Satyagraha), with countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo (Ixbalanqué, The Indian Queen) making his title role debut. This new production will bring this seminal minimalist opera to a new generation of opera lovers, and celebrate ENO’s close relationship with one of contemporary music’s leading composers. To enable us to bring this beautiful work to the stage we have formed a special group of Production Supporters, to whom we are delighted to offer the following range of opportunities for involvement in this production. AKHNATEN LAUNCH PARTY Thu 22 Oct, 6.30 – 8.30pm London Coliseum Tickets: Free, but please RSVP You can be the first to hear all about director Phelim McDermott’s exciting vision for this new production of Philip Glass’s extraordinary opera based on the life of the Egyptian pharaoh Akhenaten.

AKHNATEN PRODUCTION INSIGHT EVENING Thu 19 Nov, 6.30 – 8.30pm, with drinks reception Lilian Baylis House, West Hampstead Tickets: Free, but please RSVP Join director Phelim McDermott, designer Tom Pye and producer Bob Holland at a special reception for the first viewing of the set models for Akhnaten and an update on the production and rehearsal process.

STAGE & ORCHESTRA REHEARSAL Fri 26 Feb, 10.30am – 1.30pm London Coliseum Tickets: Free, but please RSVP An early opportunity to see the singers, chorus and orchestra bring together the music and the performance in a working rehearsal on set.

CHORUS REHEARSAL Tue 12 Jan, 10am – 1pm Venue tbc Tickets: Free, but please RSVP An exclusive opportunity for Production Supporters to observe the ENO Chorus as they rehearse Philip Glass’s beautiful score with conductor Karen Kamensek.

FIRST NIGHT STAGE TOUR AND POST-PERFORMANCE VIP RECEPTION Fri 4 Mar, 6pm Tour, 7.30pm Performance London Coliseum Explore behind the scenes on opening night with a pre-performance stage tour from one of our Staff Directors. Join us after the performance for a VIP drinks reception with the cast and company. AKHNATEN CELEBRATION LUNCH Thu 3 March, 1 – 3pm London Coliseum Tickets: £40 Join principal cast members and the creative and production team to celebrate the return of Akhnaten to the site of its UK premiere at the London Coliseum. 13

PRODUCTION SUPPORT

HOW TO BOOK Photo: Thomas Bowles

PRODUCTION SUPPORT: TRISTAN AND ISOLDE In June 2016 former ENO Music Director Edward Gardner will return to the London Coliseum to conduct Wagner’s epoch-making masterpiece, reuniting with award-winning director Daniel Kramer. The production design will be created by renowned artist and Turner Prize winner Anish Kapoor and outstanding tenor Stuart Skelton makes a welcome return to ENO to sing Tristan. This unique collaboration of creative talents offers ENO the opportunity to bring a powerful new interpretation of this dramatic opera to one of the largest stages in London. To enable ENO to realise this creative vision we have formed a special group of Production Supporters, to whom we are delighted to offer the following range of opportunities for involvement in this production. TRISTAN AND ISOLDE LAUNCH PARTY & RECITAL Wed 30 Sept, 6.30 – 8.30pm Held at a private home in Richmond Tickets: Free, but please RSVP Join director Daniel Kramer, principal cast members and members of the creative and production team to find out about ENO’s plans to bring this new production to the stage and how your support will help us to realise their creative vision.

Anish Kapoor, Set for Parcifal, 2012, De Nederlandse Opera, Het Meziektheater

Tristan and Isolde opens on Thu 9 June 2016. Other events, including a private tour of Anish Kapoor’s Studio and the Celebration Dinner, will also be announced in due course. Details for supporters wishing to attend rehearsals will be made available in early 2016. To book for any Production Supporter events please contact Kat Hattersley: rsvp@eno.org 020 7845 9494. You can become an ENO Production Supporter with a donation of £1,000 or more. To find out more visit eno.org/productionsupport or contact Kat Hattersley: khattersley@eno.org 020 7845 9494. 14

HOW TO BOOK FRIENDS Friends events are also open to all American Friends of ENO and all Patrons unless specified • Visit eno.org/friendsevents • Call the ENO Box Office on 020 7845 9300 Photo: Monika Rittershaus / Ruth Walz © Anish Kapoor

PRODUCTION INSIGHT EVENING Tue 23 Feb, 6.30 - 8.30pm with drinks reception London Coliseum Tickets: Free, but please RSVP Join director Daniel Kramer and members of the creative and production team for a first look at the set models and an update on the production and rehearsal process for this extraordinary new production.

ENO Harewood Artists Barnaby Rea & George von Bergen in La bohème 2014

MUSIC INSIGHT & RECITAL Thu 21 April, 7 – 9pm, with drinks reception London Coliseum Tickets: Free, but please RSVP Join conductor Edward Gardner and members of the stellar Tristan and Isolde cast including Stuart Skelton (Tristan) and Heidi Melton (Isolde) for a special evening reception at the London Coliseum to hear first-hand how the principal artists are preparing for their roles.

AMERICAN FRIENDS OF ENO American Friends events are also open to all Ensemble Friends, Company Friends and Patrons • Visit eno.org/americanfriendsevents • Contact Ben Siddall: rsvp@eno.org | 020 7845 9241

YOUNG PATRONS • Visit eno.org/youngpatronsevents OPERA CIRCLE Opera Circle events are open to all Patrons who give from £1,000 unless specified • Visit eno.org/operacircleevents • Contact Ben Siddall: rsvp@eno.org | 020 7845 9241 PRODUCTION SUPPORT Please note events are tiered for different levels of syndicate support • Contact Kat Hattersley: rsvp@eno.org | 020 7845 9494

Event booking forms are available on request from the Friends office: friends@eno.org | 020 7845 9420. Please note that most events have a limited capacity and tickets will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis.

All information was correct at going to print in July 2015. We will inform our supporters of any updates and or changes to our events as soon as possible when they arise. *The membership prices in this leaflet are correct at the time of printing, July 2015 but may be subject to change. 15

EXPLORE ENO Photo: Grant Smith

EXPLORE ENO PRE-PERFORMANCE TALKS For the chance to further your enjoyment of the opera before curtain up, why not join us at a pre-performance talk. The Barber of Seville Wed 30 Sep, 5.15 - 6pm

The Mikado Thu 3 Dec, 5.15 - 6pm

Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk Thu 8 Oct, 5.15 - 6pm

The Magic Flute Sat 13 Feb, 5.15 - 6pm

La bohème Fri 23 Oct, 5.15 - 6pm

Norma Wed 24 Feb, 5.15 - 6pm

The Force of Destiny Fri 20 Nov, 5 - 5.45pm

Akhnaten Tue 8 Mar, 5.15 - 6pm

Tickets are £5 (£2.50 concessions) and open to all ticket holders. For more information visit eno.org/talks

GUIDED TOURS OF THE LONDON COLISEUM Explore the hidden world of ENO and discover the secrets of London’s largest theatre on one of our guided tours. The London Coliseum, commissioned by the great theatrical impressario Oswald Stoll and designed by the flamboyant theatre architect Frank Matcham, opened as a Music Hall in 1904. It is considered to be Matcham’s masterpiece and is a sensational example of Edwardian architecture in the grand style. It quickly became known as ‘The Peoples Palace’; a theatre that was affordable to enter but which would also inspire a sense of wonder and excitement. Tickets are £10 and the tours take place regularly; book your place at eno.org/guidedtours to make your visit to ENO even more special. 16