Adriana Mater - English National Opera tickets
About Adriana Mater - English National Opera
Amid a brutal civil war, Adriana becomes pregnant following a violent assault by a soldier. She chooses to give birth to the child she conceives, naming her son Yonas and raising him with love and hope for the future, whilst shielding him from the truth about his father. Many years later the young man discovers the truth of his origin, and becomes consumed by the desire for revenge.
In a gripping climax, Adriana tries to convince Yonas that true strength lies in mercy, not murder. And that, only by breaking the male cycle of violence, will they, and their country, truly be healed.
Righting the wrongs of Tosca, Adriana Mater forms the second half of a bold narrative arc contributing to a season that brings stories of resistance, resilience, hope and what it means to be free.
Experience Adriana Mater as a stand-alone story, or paired with Tosca as the second half of a bold narrative arc contributing to a season that brings stories of resistance, resilience, hope and what it means to be free.
BSL Interpreted:
- Tuesday, 8th December, 7:00pm
Run time
2hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
Venue
Categories
Opera, West End
Age
Ages 15+.
Start date
28th November, 2026
End date
12th December, 2026
Important information
This opera depicts violence and sexual violence including a rape, depictions of alcoholism, scenes of war and contemplation of murder.
Adriana Mater - English National Opera cast and creative team
By: Kaija Saariaho, Amin Maalouf
Director: Annilese Miskimmon
Cast list: Kristina Stanek, Caspar Singh, Leigh Melrose, Lauren Fagan
Venue
London Coliseum
Directions
Location: West End
Railway station: Charing Cross
Bus numbers: St. Martin's Lane 24, 29, 176 / 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 23, 87, 91, 139
Night bus numbers: St. Martin's Lane 24, 176, N5, N20, N29, N41, N279 / 6, 23, 139, N9, N15, N11, N13, N21, N26, N44, N47, N87, N89, N91, N155, N343, N551
Car park: Q-Park: Chinatown (5mins) / Other: St Martin's Lane Hotel (1min)
Directions from tube: (3mins) Take Cranbourn Street until St Martin’s Lane, where you head right until you reach the theatre.
Show schedule
| Day of week | Evening |
|---|---|
| Monday | - |
| Tuesday | 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | - |
| Thursday | 7:00 PM |
| Friday | - |
| Saturday | 7:00 PM |
| Sunday | - |
Frequently asked questions
What is Adriana Mater - English National Opera about?
In a world shaped by war, Kaija Saariaho’s opera, Adriana Mater finds hope where it seems impossible. Powerful and rarely staged, this ENO debut unites Artistic Director Annilese Miskimmon and Music Director Designate André de Ridder in their first collaboration.
What is the length of Adriana Mater - English National Opera?
Adriana Mater - English National Opera is 2hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
Where is Adriana Mater - English National Opera?
London Coliseum.
What's the price for Adriana Mater - English National Opera tickets?
The price for tickets to Adriana Mater - English National Opera starts at £27.
How old do children need to be to see Adriana Mater - English National Opera?
Ages 15+.
How do you buy tickets for Adriana Mater - English National Opera?
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