Mark-Anthony Turnage
The Railway Children
30 October - 1 November
The Railway Children
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Secrets, spies and adventure: a much-loved children’s classic becomes a thrilling new opera.
When their father disappears overnight, three siblings must make a new life – uncovering conspiracies, forging friendships and finding courage beside the railway tracks. Don’t miss this world premiere by Olivier Award-winning composer Mark-Anthony Turnage.
Creative team
Director
Stephen Langridge
Designer
Nicky Shaw
Lighting Designer
Mark Jonathan
Glyndebourne Sinfonia
Leader
Richard Milone
Performance timings
Timings are subject to change.
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Dates:
30 October
30 October
Opera starts: 4.00pm
Dates:
1 november
1 november
Opera starts: 2.00pm & 7.00pm
Autumn Season 2025 supported by
Arts Council England
Dunard Fund
Laidlaw Opera Trust
Arts Council England
Dunard Fund
Laidlaw Opera Trust
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