'Opera in the Abbey' presents Verdi's Rigoletto

⭐ Experience the powerful and unforgettable melodies of Verdi’s Rigoletto performed by North Wales Opera in the historic Shrewsbury Abbey

Highlights
🎭 One of the most famous operas with iconic arias like Gilda’s Caro Nome and La donna è mobile.
🎤 International soprano Anne Williams-King leads the performance.
🎶 A captivating production exploring themes of karma and human nature.
🏰 Performed in the atmospheric Shrewsbury Abbey.
🌐 Sung in the original language without surtitles or subtitles.

General Info
📅 Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026
🕒 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 Venue: Shrewsbury Abbey
👤 Age Requirement: Children aged 5 and up are welcome with their own ticket
👥 Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult (18+) who sits next to them

Description
North Wales Opera returns to their Liverpool ‘home’ to present Verdi’s Rigoletto, a classic opera filled with instantly recognisable melodies and emotional depth. Under the leadership of Anne Williams-King and Musical Director Andrew Charity, this production delivers a compelling experience that explores themes of rueful karma and schadenfreude. Sung in the original language, this performance offers a raw and authentic operatic experience in the stunning setting of Shrewsbury Abbey. For a great introduction to this work by Opera Australia, check out this video.