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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

What are the reviewers saying about ECSTASY OF THE VIRTUES? Don't miss your final chance to experience Nwando Ebizie's ECSTASY OF THE VIRTUES tomorrow at Barrow Town Hall with FON & Barrow Music Week 🔗 mahoganyopera.co.uk/new-works/hi...

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

But the journey is not over! Join us in Leeds & Barrow to experience this immersive performance for yourself! 💫 3 October - Howard Assembly Room, Leeds @operanorth.co.uk 💫 7 October - Barrow Town Hall, Barrow-in-Furness @fullofnoises.bsky.social 🔗 Booking here: mahoganyopera.co.uk/new-works/hi...

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Ecstasy of the Virtues - Mahogany Opera

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

What an amazing weekend we had at Stone Nest in London for the premiere performances of @nwandoebizie.bsky.social's Ecstasy of the Virtues! Thanks to great team at Stone Nest, all of the fabulous performers and the great audiences for joining us on this journey of discovery! 📸 by Claire Shovelton

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Commissioned & produced by @mahoganyopera.bsky.social Supported by @artscouncilengland.bsky.social, Cockayne Foundation, Jerwood Foundation, The Hinrichsen Foundation and @prsfoundation.bsky.social Film by Adam Blyth

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Ecstasy of the Virtues invites you on a shared pilgrimage of self-love and rebirth: a multisensory exploration of joy, exuberance, shadow, and communing with inner and outer worlds. Tickets on sale now: mahoganyopera.co.uk/new-works/hi...

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Ecstasy of the Virtues - Mahogany Opera

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

One week to go until the world premiere of Ecstasy of the Virtues... Inspired by Hildegard's life and visions, we transform the pain of being human into the beauty of being human. This extraordinary series of ritual experiences is both intensely personal and radically communal.

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

ECSTASY OF THE VIRTUES Tickets now available... 25, 26, 27 September: Stone Nest, London tickets.stonenest.org/events/stone... 3 October: Howard Assembly Room, Leeds www.operanorth.co.uk/what.../ecst... 7 October: Barrow Town Hall, Barrow-in-Furness theforumbarrow.co.uk/shows/ecstas...

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

📅DATES 20, 21 November 2026: Orford Church, Suffolk 4, 5 December 2026: St Magnus Cathedral, Orkney 🎟️BPA Members Priority Access tickets for Orford Church ON SALE NOW! 🎟️General Sales for Orford Church, Suffolk open 22 August 2026 🎟️General Sales for St Magnus Cathedral, Orkney open September 2026

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Priority Access tickets are now available for performances of A Christmas Miracle at Orford Church in Suffolk, exclusively to Britten Pears Arts Members. Become a member now to book tickets & guarantee a seat at the premiere performances of Master of the King's Music Errollyn Wallen's latest opera!

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

What is Ecstasy of the Virtues & what inspired this new mystery opera? In our latest Meet Me At Mahogany Short, lead artist @nwandoebizie.bsky.social shares more about this exciting project & how a writer, composer & philosopher from the middle ages provided the creative spark for this new work.

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

This Saturday 11th July we will be at Orford Town Hall 10am & 2pm if you want to pop down and find out about how you can get involved. Our designer @patonruth will be on hand to share her vision for the costumes & staging. Everyone welcome, come and say hello.... Christmas is coming!

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

🌞The sun might be shining, but #ChristmasIsComing Great to back at beautiful Snape for A Christmas Miracle auditions this week with so many beautiful people! Thank you everyone for coming along and jumping in. So exciting to be seeing the momentum grow!

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

ONE WEEK TO GO. On 19 June, In the Belly of the Beast premieres in Edinburgh — a striking new music-theatre work blending Baroque music with bold, contemporary storytelling. Three stories of survival. Told with urgency, beauty, and raw humanity.

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

In case you missed it, you can hear Master of the King's Music @errollynwallen.bsky.social talking to @petroc.bsky.social about A Christmas Miracle on In Tune - take a listen from 13:07 🎧 www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

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In Tune - Camilla George performs live with Renato Paris - BBC Sounds

Live music from saxophonist Camilla George with pianist and vocalist Renato Paris.

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

On the Suffolk coast? 👇 Mahogany Opera & Britten Pears Arts are inviting people of all ages to take part in A Christmas Miracle - a new community opera in Orford this November. Perform, volunteer, or get involved as a maker (costume, props, textiles & more).

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

We’re delighted to announce the world premiere of A Christmas Miracle 🎄 A new opera by @errollynwallen.bsky.social CBE, created with Britten Pears Arts and inspired by Benjamin Britten’s unrealised A Christmas Sequence. Blending new music, carols, and community voices – premiering 2026.

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Mahogany Opera and Britten Pears Arts present the world premiere of Errollyn Wallen’s new opera A Christmas Miracle - Mahogany Opera

Mahogany Opera Group is a leading commissioner and producer of new opera and music theatre.

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Wishing a joyful & refreshing Easter weekend to all our friends, collaborators, and audiences 🐣🌸 Whether you’re celebrating, spending time with loved ones, or simply enjoying a well-earned rest, we hope it brings a little brightness and inspiration your way. #HappyEaster #SpringTime #MahoganyOpera

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

With a cast including Cevanne Horrocks-Hopayian, Yfat Soul Zisso, Chisato Minamimura, Grace Nyandoro & Chisara Agor, this is an exciting opportunity to be a part of this new, immersive opera. For more information:

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OPEN CALL: Chorus - Ecstasy of the Virtues - Mahogany Opera

Mahogany Opera Group is a leading commissioner and producer of new opera and music theatre.

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Mahogany Opera are looking for a performers to form the CHORUS for a new production - Ecstasy of the Virtues, by Nwando Ebizie We’re looking for a range of performers who can sing and dance (at the same time) with an interest in experimental and devised work.

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Mahogany Opera are looking for a Set & Costume Designer for a new production - Ecstacy of the Virtues, by Nwando Ebizie Supported by Jerwood Foundation Opera Designers Award, the role includes development opportunities with the production's creative team and partners within the creative process.

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Mahogany Opera are looking for a Lighting Designer for a new production - A Christmas Miracle, by Errollyn Wallen. Supported by the Jerwood Foundation Opera Designers Award, the role includes development opportunities with the production's creative team and partners within the creative process.

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Are you a designer or performer working in opera/theatre? We’re recruiting for: 🎭 Set & Costume Designers 🎵Chorus 💡 Lighting Designers Our designer roles are supported by the Jerwood Opera Designers Award, offering a unique opportunity to develop your work on ambitious new productions.

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Mahogany Opera has strong connections to #Scotland - we were founded in Edinburgh in 2003, our name is an anagram of Hogmanay, and we continue to work with communities in Scotland, so we wish all of our #Scottish friends good health & a Happy Burns Night!

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About Us - Mahogany Opera

Mahogany Opera Group is a leading commissioner and producer of new opera and music theatre.

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

"Sing on, sweet thrush, upon the leafless bough, Sing on, sweet bird, I listen to thy strain, See aged Winter, 'mid his surly reign, At thy blythe carol, clears his furrowed brow." Sláinte Mhath! Oidhche Bhlas Burns! #BurnsNight #RobertBurns

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

We are currently making sure this year's schools have everything they need - including the materials for the children to create their own props and costumes, using eco-friendly materials for new designs created by Anna Bruder.

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

All systems are go with the Mahogany Opera team, as we prepare for the start of the Snappy Operas Festival 2026! We can't wait to start meeting all the schools from this Friday! #MakeItSnappy #SnappyOperas #SnappyOperasFestival2026

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

As 2025 draws to a close, all of us at Mahogany Opera would like to wish you a very Happy Hogmanay and say a heartfelt thank you for being part of our year. We’re deeply grateful and excited to step into 2026 together. 🥂

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

Our offices will be closed from today until Monday 5th January, so we wanted to take this opportunity to wish all of our friends, supporters and collaborators the warmest of wishes for the festive season. However you might be celebrating, we hope the weeks ahead are filled with joy! 💖⭐🎉

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Missed the Big Give? You can still support us via our website or chat with our Development Manager if you’d like to get involved. mahoganyopera.co.uk/support-our-...

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Support Our Work - Mahogany Opera

Mahogany Opera Group is a leading commissioner and producer of new opera and music theatre.

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Thanks to everyone who backed Mahogany Opera in this year’s Big Give! 💙 Together we raised over £16k, helping unlock our full Snappy Operas 2026 programme. That’s 1,000+ children who’ll get to experience music, theatre and creativity in their schools next year. 🎶✨ We’re so grateful.

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Comrade Columbae, floodplains truther 🏳️‍🌈 @finokoye.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

One more day to support 🎭🎶 @mahoganyopera.bsky.social ! 🎶 🎭 All donations to their Big Give campaign will be doubled and help raise money for the 2026 Snappy Opera Festival donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05... The goal? So glad you asked… #OperaForAll #BigGive #BigGiveChallenge #SupportMusic

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Snappy Opera Festival 2026 - The Big Give

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

There are just a few hours left to donate to our Big Give Christmas Challenge! Can you help us get a little closer to our ambitious £20,000 target? Donate before 12pm today! donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

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Comrade Columbae, floodplains truther 🏳️‍🌈 @finokoye.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

The deadline is this Tuesday so please donate and share! #BigGive #SupportTheArts #OperaForThePeople

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

The campaign runs until midday on Tuesday 9 December and we still need to raise £5,740 from the public (which will be doubled by our generous pledgers and Big Give Champion BeauxArtz). Please donate what you can, and give the gift of Snappy Operas this Christmas! donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

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2026 Snappy Opera Festival: empowering children – Big Give

The Festival will introduce hundreds of children across England to the thrill of live performance. By partnering with mainstream primary …

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

Last chance to double your gift this Christmas 🎄🎁 Our Artistic Director, Freddie Wake-Walker thanks all of those that have already supported our Big Give Christmas Challenge, and urges those that have not yet donated to do so fast!

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

💗YOU can give children, teachers and artists across the UK these life changing opportunities - donate today & your gift can have double the impact! Please give whatever you can to make our Snappy Operas Festival 2026 bigger, better and more inclusive than ever! donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

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2026 Snappy Opera Festival: empowering children – Big Give

The Festival will introduce hundreds of children across England to the thrill of live performance. By partnering with mainstream primary …

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

"I've loved seeing the journey for the children - some of whom it had been a massive one. I think that this project offers so much to the children who get involved and I'd love to be part of future projects." - Delivery Artist donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

“One of the best educational experiences I have ever had the pleasure to be involved in. The results and impact it had on the children's confidence, self-esteem were moving to see.” - Teacher donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

⭐️There are no better advocates for the work we do that those that have been involved... “When I was doing Snappy Operas I was set free.” - Year 5 Participant donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

A special message from the wonderful Errollyn Wallen 💛 She’s lending her voice to help us boost our Big Give Christmas Challenge, where all donations are matched for one week only.

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Mahogany Opera @mahoganyopera.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

And the best bit? 🎁 All donations towards next year's Snappy Opera Festival made this week will be DOUBLED thanks to the Big Give Christmas Challenge. 👉 Watch the video + donate here: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

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2026 Snappy Opera Festival: empowering children – Big Give

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