Opera in the Garden: Lovers, Losers & Larrikins at The George IV

Images above: The George IV, Fuller’s Opera In The Garden 

Saturday 24 June 2023 at 7.30pm 

The George IV garden will come alive with opera on Saturday 24 June as the acclaimed opera troupe, Rogue Opera, returns with a brand-new production titled Lovers, Losers & Larrikins.

From 7.30pm to 10.00pm the audience will be treated to an evening filled with the grand themes of opera, including ‘doomed love, star-crossed lovers, the eternal battle between good and evil, loyalty and jealousy, power and revenge’. Rogue Opera weaves together spoken English dialogue and music in the original languages in which the pieces were written, connecting a diverse range of opera pieces that showcase the genre’s most beloved larrikins, jokers, comedians, and sidekicks.

Rogue Opera’s four singers and pianist will take the stage at Fuller’s Opera in the Garden, known for its intimate setting and immersive experiences. The troupe is renowned for their ability to present full-length productions and tailor-made events in unconventional spaces, aiming to bring opera to new audiences and locations.

Performances by Rogue Opera are conducted in the original language, accompanied by English surtitles – captions projected on a screen above the stage translating the text being sung – and piano or instrumental accompaniment. The unique setting allows audiences of 50 to 300 people to witness the intensity of each performance up close, which organisers say allows attendees to feel the emotions conveyed by the singers, and experience the vibrations of every note.

While the troupe frequently stages shows in traditional theatres across London and in St Albans, Bournemouth and Deal, they have also transformed unconventional spaces into captivating theatres. A 15th-century barn in Kent has been reinvented as a theatre, accommodating an audience of 90 people, and a special show was presented at a North London synagogue. Rogue Opera also do pop-up performances in parks, retail centres, and High Streets, as they work to introduce opera as a part of people’s everyday lives.

Tickets for Lovers, Losers & Larrikins at The George IV are available now. With limited seating available, it is advisable to secure your spot early.

Buy tickets here: georgeiv.co.uk