Riders to the Sea
The Coliseum
London
United Kingdom
Thu, 27th November 2008 - Sun, 30th November 2008
ENO marks the 50th anniversary of the death of one of England’s best-loved composers, Ralph Vaughan Williams, with a major new production conducted by British music specialist Richard hickox and directed by the acclaimed actress Fiona Shaw. Closely based on J.M. Synge’s 1907 play of the same name, Vaughan Williams’ Riders to the Sea is set in the Aran Islands and is his most moving and compelling opera. Elemental and hauntingly lyrical, the music communicates all the raw directness of a primitive myth. The opera’s visual concept will be jointly devised by Irish multi-media artist Dorothy Cross and set designer Tom Pye.In association with the Vaughan Williams Trust Ltd
Supported by the English Opera Group
Address
The Coliseum
St Martin's Lane
London WC2N 4ES
London WC2N 4ES
Other Information
About The Coliseum
Until the recent restoration project, no substantial programme of repair has been carried out on this historic London landmark since it first opened its doors in 1904. The London Coliseum, which is London's largest theatre, is cited as being architect Frank Matcham's crowning achievement. In its 100 year history it has played host to many forms of entertainment, including horse races, musicals, variety, cinema and, since 1968, opera.Travel
Nearest Underground: Leicester Square (Piccadilly/Northern lines)/Charing Cross (Norther/Bakerloo lines)From Leicester Square head south down Charing Cross Road towards St Martin's Place.
From Charing Cross head towards Trafalgar Square. Take the north east exit from Trafalgar Square to St Martin's Place.
The London Coliseum is at the bottom of St Martin's Lane, on the junction of St Martin's Place.
Nearest Rail: Charing Cross
See above.
Parking: NCP Bedfordbury (behind theatre), Panton Street. Westminster City Council Car Parks Trafalgar Square. Parking can be difficult and expensive within central London - please use public transport if at all possible.
Access
Wheelchairs: Users must bring a non-wheelchair using companion.Hearing Impaired: Infrared headsets can be collected from the foyer desk. Sign interpreted performances may also be available.
Notes
All non-English productions will have English surtitles at the majority of performances. Dates without surtitles will be noted in the Item Information.


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