Dido and Aeneas
Holy Trinity Church Minchinhampton GL6 9BW, near Stroud, Glos., GL6 9BW
Saturday 14th November 2026
La Mattina presents an evening celebrating the music of Henry Purcell, including a semi-staged performance of his much-loved opera Dido and Aeneas, performed by candlelight.
Telling the story of the doomed love between the Queen of Carthage and the Trojan hero Aeneas, Dido and Aeneas brings together lively choruses and some of Purcell’s most heart-breakingly beautiful music – including Dido’s famous final lament.
The programme further explores these twin sides of Purcell’s remarkable body of work. Alongside the solemn beauty of his Music for the Funeral of Queen Mary, we’ll hear some of his lighter-hearted vocal works, showcasing the wit and variety of one of England’s greatest composers.
We will be accompanied by players from professional baroque orchestra Ensemble La Notte, who specialise in historically informed performance of seventeenth- and early eighteenth-century repertoire.
Seasonal treats and wine will be available during the concert, adding a delicious touch to a memorable experience. These can be purchased on the door.
Souvenir programmes will be available to purchase on the door.
Telling the story of the doomed love between the Queen of Carthage and the Trojan hero Aeneas, Dido and Aeneas brings together lively choruses and some of Purcell’s most heart-breakingly beautiful music – including Dido’s famous final lament.
The programme further explores these twin sides of Purcell’s remarkable body of work. Alongside the solemn beauty of his Music for the Funeral of Queen Mary, we’ll hear some of his lighter-hearted vocal works, showcasing the wit and variety of one of England’s greatest composers.
We will be accompanied by players from professional baroque orchestra Ensemble La Notte, who specialise in historically informed performance of seventeenth- and early eighteenth-century repertoire.
Seasonal treats and wine will be available during the concert, adding a delicious touch to a memorable experience. These can be purchased on the door.
Souvenir programmes will be available to purchase on the door.
Price
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