Backstage With The Merry Widow Chorus

Join us for an exclusive backstage look at the rehearsal process, cast dynamics, and behind-the-scenes energy that fuels John Savournin's production of Lehár's The Merry Widow.

oin us for an exclusive backstage look at the rehearsal process, cast dynamics, and behind-the-scenes energy that fuels John Savournin's production of Lehár's The Merry Widow.

Matthew Siviter (chorus member and the mysterious Russian mobster Mr. Kromov) and Jane Monari (chorus member and dance captain) share insights into their work on this production. From elegant waltzes to energetic 50s jives, plus the Grisette – the Can-can's cousin.

We offer an insider's perspective on the creative process and the thrilling journey of bringing this timeless operetta from rehearsal room to the stage.

Book tickets: https://www.scottishopera.org.uk/show...

Full tour details:
Theatre Royal Glasgow- The King's and Theatre Royal Glasgow
7, 10 & 17 May 2025, 7.15pm
4 May 2025, 3pm (Matinee)

Eden Court Theatre and Cinema, Inverness
22 & 24 May 2025, 7.15pm

Festival Theatre Edinburgh -
29 May 2025, 7.15pm
5 & 7 June 2025, 7.15pm
1 June 2025, 3pm (Matinee)

His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
12 & 14 June 2025, 7.15pm

Opera Holland Park, London
19 - 28 June 2025, 7.30pm

Cast and creatives 👇
Hanna Glawari: Paula Sides
Danilo: Alex Otterburn
Don Zeta: Henry Waddington
Valentina: Rhian Lois
Camille de Rosillon: William Morgan
Nicky Negus: Matthew Kellett
Mr Kromow: Matthew Siveter
Mr Bogdanovitch: Jonathan Forbes Kennedy
Sylvia: Ellie Neate
Sam Briochi: Connor James Smith
Carmelo Cascada: Christopher Nairne
Olga: Amy J Payne
Mr Pritischitsch: Francis Church
Paulina: Rosie Lavery
Conductor: Stuart Stratford
Director: John Savournin
Designer: takis
Lighting Designer: Ben Pickersgill
Choreographer: Kally Lloyd-Jones
Associate Designer: Lise Bondu
The Orchestra of Scottish Opera
The Chorus of The Merry Widow

D'Oyly Carte Opera Trust
Matthew Siviter (chorus member and the mysterious Russian mobster Mr. Kromov) and Jane Monari (chorus member and dance captain) share insights into their work on this production. From elegant waltzes to energetic 50s jives, plus the Grisette – the Can-can's cousin.

We offer an insider's perspective on the creative process and the thrilling journey of bringing this timeless operetta from rehearsal room to the stage.

Book tickets: https://www.scottishopera.org.uk/show...

Full tour details:
Theatre Royal Glasgow- The King's and Theatre Royal Glasgow
7, 10 & 17 May 2025, 7.15pm
4 May 2025, 3pm (Matinee)

Eden Court Theatre and Cinema, Inverness
22 & 24 May 2025, 7.15pm

Festival Theatre Edinburgh -
29 May 2025, 7.15pm
5 & 7 June 2025, 7.15pm
1 June 2025, 3pm (Matinee)

His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
12 & 14 June 2025, 7.15pm

Opera Holland Park, London
19 - 28 June 2025, 7.30pm

Cast and creatives 👇
Hanna Glawari: Paula Sides
Danilo: Alex Otterburn
Don Zeta: Henry Waddington
Valentina: Rhian Lois
Camille de Rosillon: William Morgan
Nicky Negus: Matthew Kellett
Mr Kromow: Matthew Siveter
Mr Bogdanovitch: Jonathan Forbes Kennedy
Sylvia: Ellie Neate
Sam Briochi: Connor James Smith
Carmelo Cascada: Christopher Nairne
Olga: Amy J Payne
Mr Pritischitsch: Francis Church
Paulina: Rosie Lavery
Conductor: Stuart Stratford
Director: John Savournin
Designer: takis
Lighting Designer: Ben Pickersgill
Choreographer: Kally Lloyd-Jones
Associate Designer: Lise Bondu
The Orchestra of Scottish Opera
The Chorus of The Merry Widow

D'Oyly Carte Opera Trust