Introduction and prices

For a century, the pairing of wonderful melody with great drama
have made Puccini’s La bohème one of the most loved of all
operas. Famously, the cold hand of the seamstress Mimì warms
the heart of the poet Rodolfo in the lyrical seduction of the first
act, but their love follows a tragic path through secret and
misunderstood motives towards Mimì’s untimely death. Along
the way, the character of 1830s Paris is created through John
Copley’s now-classic production and Julia Trevelyan Oman’s
authentic designs; both these heighten the colour of Puccini’s own
score, with its street urchins, lively café and evocative
portrayal of the changing seasons of one tragic year.

Conductor Philippe Jordan and his singers are familiar to Royal
Opera House audiences. Marcelo Alvarez and Katie Van Kooten, then
Frank Lopardo with Hei-Kyung Hong, are paired as Rodolfo and
Mimì; the on-then-off sparring couple of Marcello and
Musetta are played by William Dazeley and Nuccia Focile. Fine
voices for a richly romantic score, and a story of love and warmth,
tears and tragedy – this combination in live performance has
repeatedly proved itself both potent and irresistible.

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Floral Hall Balconies

The ultimate compliment to the very best in ballet and opera:
tables for dinner just a few paces from the auditorium on the
spectacular balconies in the restored hall, formely a flower
market. A two or three course meal served with the buzz of the bar
below and amazing domed glass roof overhead. This is a grand,
formal restaurant, ideally situated to business entertaining or any
other special occasion.

Package contents

Hospitality Package includes:

• Top price seats for La Boheme at the Royal Opera House
• A glass of Champagne during the interval
• Three-course dinner in Floral Hall Balconies with £30
  drinks allowance per person
• Souvenir show programme per person
• Experienced Event Manager in Attendance

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