Scottish Opera

Are you ready for a bold new era? Our 64th Season promises six new mainstage productions spanning 300 years of operatic innovation, plus concerts, a new small-scale tour, and more. These works ask urgent questions about identity, freedom, love, betrayal, and what it means to stand up for truth. Spanning almost 300 years of operatic innovation, this Season is filled with stories of transformation and transcendence, many centred on complex, powerful women, and curated by leading women artists who are shaping opera’s future today. Whether you’re new to opera or a seasoned fan, there’s something here to challenge, surprise, and treasure. Opera for now. Opera for what comes next. And always with guaranteed goosebumps. 'Signore ascolta!' from Puccini's Turandot, performed by Kira Kaplan and The Orchestra of Scottish Opera conducted by Stuart Stratford

Carmen opens tonight! 💃 There's still time to grab a last minute ticket for tonight's show! the audience at our dress rehearsal loved it and we think you will too 🥰 Head to Paisleyopera.org (link in bio) to get yourself a ticket for tonight or next week! 🎟️ We just can't wait to share this amazing show with you! 🎉 #paisleyopera #scottishopera #renfrewshire #paisley #carmen

📣 PRIORITY BOOKING FOR SCOTTISH OPERA FRIENDS & SUPPORTERS IS NOW OPEN – SEASON 2026/27 📣 Get ahead of the queue with early access to tickets at your chosen venue before general booking opens. 📌Don’t miss out. Become a Friend or Supporter by 22 May and enjoy priority access, plus discounted tickets for our 2026/27 Season. In return, we offer opportunities to get closer to our work - our way of saying thank you for your generous support. As a Friend or Supporter, you’ll receive: 🗞️ A subscription to Brio, our magazine 💃 Access to dress rehearsals for productions you’ve booked 🌟 Invitations to exclusive events and much more! Please note: It may take up to 24 hours to receive your priority booking instructions. If you haven’t heard from us after this time, please get in touch: 📧 [email protected] 📞 0131 248 4567 (Mon–Fri, 10am–5pm)

First thoughts on Paisley Opera's Carmen 🥰 We were delighted to welcome an exclusive audience of key figures from the local community to our dress rehearsal yesterday, who loved the 1960s nostalgia, the storytelling, costumes and of course the stunning music 🎶 Being joined by the incredible Orchestra of @scottishopera and @right2dancepaisley really lifted the show up a notch, too! ✨ There are still a few tickets left for our opening night tomorrow, and next Tuesday and Thursday's performances - grab your tickets at Paisleyopera.org (link in bio) 🎟️ #paisley #renfrewshire #scottishopera #paisleyopera

Become our Friend from £5 per month or £60 per year, and help us share the magic and joy of opera across Scotland, from Stranraer to Shetland and back again: .uk/support-us/memberships/friends/ 🤝 Our Friends enjoy access to priority booking (14-27 May) and a 20% discount on tickets for productions in our upcoming 2026/27 Season 🎟️ By becoming a Friend of Scottish Opera, you can also enjoy a range of unique opportunities to get closer to what we do and meet members of our casts and creative teams. You’ll be invited to join us for special behind-the-scenes events, including panel discussions, talks, Dress Rehearsals, recitals and opera holidays, while playing a key role in the ongoing ambition, reach and success of Scottish Opera. By supporting the Company’s touring activity, you’ll help keep opera thriving on stages in every corner of Scotland. Become our Friend by Friday 22 May to qualify for this year’s priority booking period and take advantage of 20% off tickets for our new Season. #SupportScottishOpera #FriendsOfScottishOpera

🎥Trailer | Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro Take a look at our 2026 cast in action! Theatre Royal Glasgow: 15, 20 & 23 May 2026, 7.15pm, 17 May 2026, 3pm 22 May 2026, 3pm (Access performance) Festival Theatre Edinburgh: 29 May 2026, 7.15pm, 31 May 2026, 3pm, 2, 4 & 6 June 2026, 7.15pm 5 June 2026, 3pm (Access performance) His Majesty’s Theatre, Aberdeen: 11 & 13 June 2026, 7.15pm Eden Court, Inverness: 18 & 20 June 2026, 7.15pm Cast & creatives Figaro: Edward Jowle & Emyr Wyn Jones (20 May & 2 June) Susanna: Ava Dodd & Kira Kaplan (20 May & 2 Jun 2026) Count Almaviva: Ian Rucker Countess Almaviva: Alexandra Lowe Cherubino: Simone McIntosh & Chloe Harris (20 May & 2 June) Doctor Bartolo: Edward Hawkins Don Basilio / Don Curzio: Luvo Maranti Marcellina: Jeni Bern Antonio: Francis Church Barbarina: Kira Kaplan & Audrey Tsang (20 May & 2 June) Conductor: Dane Lam & Susannah Wapshott (2, 4 & 6 June) Director: Sir Thomas Allen Designer: Simon Higlett Lighting Designer: Mark Jonathan Choreographer: Kally Lloyd-Jones The Orchestra of Scottish Opera The Chorus of The Marriage of Figaro Photography by Mihaela Bodlovic

Coming to an Audio Described performance of Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro or one of our Access Performances? Or perhaps you’re new to the production and want to know what to expect. Our audio resources are designed to prepare you for you for a night (or afternoon!) with Scottish Opera. They include a synopsis, details on the set, costumes, and music, as well as an interview with Associate Director Lucy Bradley. Created for audiences living with sight loss in mind, these resources are accessible to all and can enhance anyone’s experience of the performance. Access Performance: Julie Howden The Marriage of Figaro: Mihaela Bodlovic

Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro - a dazzling, fast-paced masterpiece. 👌 Figaro and Susanna endure a nail-biting wait for the big ‘I do’ as they battle jealousy, disguises, and gloriously bad decisions that come back to bite Figaro. So bold it was once banned and blamed for revolution, this is one you risk missing at your peril.😜 Theatre Royal Glasgow: 13, 15, 20 & 23 May 2026, 7.15pm, 17 May 2026, 3pm 22 May 2026, 3pm (Access performance) Festival Theatre Edinburgh: 29 May 2026, 7.15pm, 31 May 2026, 3pm, 2, 4 & 6 June 2026, 7.15pm 5 June 2026, 3pm (Access performance) His Majesty’s Theatre, Aberdeen: 11 & 13 June 2026, 7.15pm Eden Court, Inverness: 18 & 20 June 2026, 7.15pm Cast & creatives Figaro: Edward Jowle & Emyr Wyn Jones (20 May & 2 June) Susanna: Ava Dodd & Kira Kaplan (20 May & 2 Jun 2026) Count Almaviva: Ian Rucker Countess Almaviva: Alexandra Lowe Cherubino: Simone McIntosh & Chloe Harris (20 May & 2 June) Doctor Bartolo: Edward Hawkins Don Basilio / Don Curzio: Luvo Maranti Marcellina: Jeni Bern Antonio: Francis Church Barbarina: Kira Kaplan & Audrey Tsang (20 May & 2 June) Conductor: Dane Lam & Susannah Wapshott (2, 4 & 6 June) Director: Sir Thomas Allen Designer: Simon Higlett Lighting Designer: Mark Jonathan Choreographer: Kally Lloyd-Jones The Orchestra of Scottish Opera The Chorus of The Marriage of Figaro Photography by Mihaela Bodlovic

Some things are just too good to wait for, like booking tickets for our 2026/27 Season! Here's how you can book tickets early AND save 20% Sign up to become our Friend before Friday 22 May to enjoy priority booking for Scottish Opera’s brand-new Season between 14-27 May: .uk/support-us/memberships/friends/. Memberships start from £5 per month. That’s not all: our supporters help bring our work to life, meaning we can share the joy of opera with communities across Scotland. That's why we give our supporters unique opportunities to get closer to the work we do. It's our way of saying thank you! Become our Friend today and enjoy: 🗞️Subscription to Brio, our magazine for Scottish Opera supporters 💃Complimentary access to Dress Rehearsals for productions you've purchased tickets for 🌟Invitations to special behind-the-scenes events with opportunities to meet our casts and creative teams Please note: It may take up to 24 hours for you to receive your priority booking instructions. If you haven't received anything within this time, please contact us: Email [email protected] or phone 0141 248 4567 (Monday-Friday, 10am-5pm) with any enquiries. #SupportScottishOpera #FriendsOfScottishOpera

🎭💕 The latest @scotswhayhae post is a review of the @scottishopera revival of 'The Marriage of Figaro'. "Set from dawn till dusk, what unfolds is a day of farce & folly which pokes fun at the pomposity & privilege of the ruling classes [...]" Read all about it over at scotswhayhae.com (live link in profile...) ..or copy & paste... 👉 scotswhayhae.com/post/power-play-a-review-of-scottish-opera-s-the-marriage-of-figaro #scottishopera #themarriageoffigaro #scotswhayhae

First up in our 2026/27 Season is The Galloping Cure by Mizzy Mazzoli and Royce Vavreck. 🎠 Edinburgh International Festival | Festival Theatre Edinburgh 9, 11 and 12 August 2026, 7pm Local doctor Theresa Hart works tirelessly for her community in a fading, forgotten corner of the world. When the charismatic Lucky Mack comes to town, her daughter Noy is captivated. A ride on his carousel – the first one always free – promises miraculous relief from all aches and pains, and soon the whole town is swept up in euphoria. But getting off the ride gets harder with every turn... This world premiere from Opera Ventures Productions reunites Scottish Opera with the creative forces of Missy Mazzoli, Royce Vavrek and Tom Morris, following their International Festival hit Breaking the Waves (2019). Mazzoli weaves club beats into her richly textured score, brought to life by conductor Stuart Stratford and The Orchestra of Scottish Opera. The Galloping Cure is a haunting allegory for a crisis that has become a worldwide epidemic. Visually stunning and emotionally gripping, this contemporary fable evokes a darkly funny and devastating vision of a crumbling society. Theresa Hart: Daniela Mack Lucky Mack: Justin Austin Noy: Gabrielle Turgeon  Ivona Kowalski: Susan Bullock Meg (Dog): Catriona Hewitson Sam (Dog): Edward Jowle Mayor: Luvo Maranti Zoe: Rosie Lavery Erin: Lea Shaw Shawna: Donna Bateman Duane: Connor James Smith Jackie Boy: Francis Church Warren: Ross Cumming Conductor: Stuart Stratford Director & Dramaturge: Tom Morris Set & Props Designer: Rebecca Ringst Associate Director & Movement Director: Leah Hausman Costume Designer: Christina Cunningham Lighting Designer: Lucy Carter Projection Designer: Will Duke Chorus Director: Susannah Wapshott The Orchestra of Scottish Opera The Ensemble of The Galloping Cure

Less than a week to go until Paisley Opera's Carmen is yours to see! 💃 We're loving this 1960s spin on the original, with Carmen working in the Ferguslie Mill 🧵🪡 We're also buzzing to be collaborating again with the amazing Orchestra of @scottishopera and @right2dancepaisley for the 3rd production in a row! 🎻 We'll also be performing in our very own "Paisley" Scots version of the opera instead of the original French 🥖 If you think you don't know opera - you'll definitely know lots of the music in this one! It's the perfect show for your first trip to the opera! 🎶 🎟️ You can still grab a ticket at PaisleyOpera.org or through the link in our bio 🎟️ Performances at the Tannahill Centre, Paisley 16th, 19th, 21st May 7.15pm 24th May 3pm 📷 @sartorialpictures #paisley #renfrewshire #scottishopera #carmen