A spectacular performance by Candlelight Premiers in the beauty of Rochester Cathedral.
A Star-Studded Opera Concert by Candlelight Premiers in Rochester Renowned works by Puccini, Verdi, and more, presented by London Concertante. London Concertante embarks for their first solo concert in Rochester to present A Night at the Opera by Candlelight on 24th October 2025 at Rochester Cathedral.
The concert will feature a selection of well-known opera arias and overtures by Puccini, Verdi, Rossini, and Mozart, performed by the acclaimed orchestra and three distinguished opera singers. Under the gentle glow of hundreds of flickering candles. The programme will include Puccini’s Nessun Dorma, Delibes’ Flower Duet, and Verdi’s La donna è mobile, alongside selected arias from Madame Butterfly, Turandot, Tosca, Carmen, and more.
Three magnificent voices: Claire Wild (Soprano) has performed with leading opera companies, including Opera North, Welsh National Opera, Scottish Opera, and the Royal Opera House. She has a strong background in contemporary music and has premiered works with the Psappha Ensemble and Royal Opera House. Contralto Rhonda Browne was the winner of the London Wagner Society’s Bayreuth Bursary and Audience Prize. Having performed with several companies, including English National Ballet, Nottingham Philharmonic, New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, Longborough Festival Opera, Zürich Chamber Orchestra and The Royal Opera. Tenor Dominick Felix has performed with companies including Garsington Opera, Pegasus Opera, and Wexford Festival Opera. His recent roles include Gamekeeper (Rusalka), Rodriguez (Don Quichotte), and Mime (Das Rheingold) for English National Opera. He has also performed contemporary works, including roles in Battistelli’s Wake and Lady Macbeth of the Mtsensk District with Birmingham Opera. Chris Grist, Artistic Director of London Concertante, commented: “We are ecstatic to finally be premiering our first solo concert in Rochester, a venue brimming with a rich history and powerful acoustics.
This concert is a special opportunity to experience the dichotomy of Opera’s grandness and gentleness in a truly magical place. “Opera has the power to move the very soul of a person, and this concert is designed to be a truly immersive experience. Whether you’re a lifelong Opera lover or venturing into this world for the first time, we want our audience to experience the passion and drama of these works”
Details & Booking Information A Night at the Opera by Candlelight Rochester Cathedral 24th October 2025, 7:30 PM Claire Wild – Soprano Rhonda Browne - Contralto Dominick Felix – Tenor London Concertante PROGRAMME Puccini – “Nessun Dorma” from Turandot Delibes – “Flower Duet” from Lakmé Mozart – Marriage of Figaro Overture Puccini – “O Mio Babbino Caro” from Gianni Schicchi Rossini – Barber of Seville Overture Verdi – “La donna è mobile” from Rigoletto Bizet – Habanera from Carmen Puccini – “Un Bel Di Vedremo” from Madame Butterfly Puccini – “E Lucevan le Stelle” from Tosca ...and many more!
Tickets are available from London Concertante’s website
£25 - £51
Address
Music from Movies - Rochester Cathedral
Garth House,
ME1 1SX
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