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Saturday 5 July 2025, 4pm

Peter Grimes

Peter Grimes

Presented by Cambridge Philharmonic

Tickets from £16

Price includes a commission of £1.00

When Benjamin Britten read George Crabbe’s poem The Borough, it sparked in him the idea for one of the greatest operas written in the English language, his timeless Peter Grimes. From the troubled setting of the Suffolk coast – and the eponymous anti-hero’s relationship to the gossip-fuelled village – Britten weaves music of beauty, intricacy, humour and incredible humanity.

British Youth Opera brings a cast of up-and-coming singers to this semi-staged performance at Saffron Hall, joining Cambridge Philharmonic Chorus & Orchestra. A great opportunity for audiences to hear the stars of tomorrow in the making!

Performance information

Running time

2 hours 30 minutes

Content warnings

Age Guidance 7+

This event is not recommended for children under 7 years old. Children under 5 years old will not be admitted to this performance.

Booking information

Seating style

This event has tiered stalls and balcony seating

Programme and performers

Programme

  • Britten Peter Grimes

Performers

  • Cambridge Philharmonic Orchestra
  • Cambridge Philharmonic Chorus
  • Soloists from British Youth Opera
  • Harry Sever conductor

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Information for your visit

Saturday 5 July 2025, 4pm

Schedule

All timings are approximate and will be updated closer to the show date. Please check the website on the day of the performance for up-to-date information.

Latecomers can usually be admitted at a suitable gap within the performance.

When to arrive

3pm - 3.45pm
We have over 400 free parking spots for anyone driving.

Foyer opens

3pm
Enjoy a drink at the bar before the auditorium opens.

Auditorium opens

3.30pm
Get your tickets ready for checking, find your seats, sit back and relax.

Show starts

4pm

Show ends

6.30pm (approx)

Content warnings

Age Guidance 7+

This event is not recommended for children under 7 years old. Children under 5 years old will not be admitted to this performance.

Location

Saffron Hall

Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 4UH

Additional information

Drinks

For this event, you're welcome to bring drinks purchased from our bar into the event with you.

Cloakroom

We are unable to allow any bags into the performance space which are larger than a hand bag or small backpack. Unfortunately our cloakroom will not be in operation.

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