WNO Extra Events

Make the most of your opera-going

This specially devised programme of events has been designed to maximize your enjoyment of our performances.

You can book for ticketed WNO Extra events at the same time as your opera tickets.


FREE Pre-performance talks
These 30-minute talks give you an expert introduction to each opera. You’ll be provided with everything you need to enjoy your evening. See each opera show page for details of talks. Free tickets must be booked in advance.


The whole story
Ideal for those who like to prepare in advance for their evening at an opera. In this session you’ll find out everything you need to know about the stories, music and background of the operas in the Eternal Light series. Tickets must be booked in advance.

Saturday 6 November 2pm – 5pm
£10 per person
Pinsent Masons Room


In depth – Mozart and Da Ponte
An opportunity to gain a detailed insight into a composer and his librettist. Tickets must be booked in advance.

Saturday 11 June 4pm – 5pm
£5 per person
Pinsent Masons Room


FREE Family Workshop
Share the magic of opera with your family at this fun, interactive workshop.
The Magic Flute
Saturday 13 November 4pm – 5.30pm
Pinsent Masons Room
Tickets do not need to be booked in advance, simply turn up on the day.


A Viennese afternoon
As the perfect curtain raiser to Die Fledermaus join us for high tea with a live musical accompaniment of Viennese treats and waltzes. Tickets must be booked in advance.

Wednesday 9 March 3.30pm – 5.30pm
£8 including high tea
Patrick Centre


FREE Post-show talk backs
Thursday 11 November, Thursday 10 March, Wednesday 8 June
Pinsent Masons Room

Find out more about the performance you have just seen from the people who made it happen. Members of the cast and creative team will talk about the opera and answer any questions you may have. Simply turn up after the performance.


FREE Post-show discussions
Wednesday 10 November, Wednesday 9 March, Thursday 9 June
Pinsent Masons Room

There are some operatic experiences you just need to talk about. These short discussions will give you the opportunity to share your thoughts on the performance you have just seen. Simply turn up after the performance.