A woman in a kimono holds a parasol in front of a group of women in kimonos

Madama Butterfly - Ellen Kent's Farewell Opera

Date
When
5 Feb 2026
Genre
Genre
Opera
Audience
Audience
Venue
Venue
Hull New Theatre

Senbla presents Ellen Kent's Farewell Opera Tour featuring Opera International Kyiv, Ukraine, with highly-praised soloists and full orchestra

Puccini - Madama Butterfly
Ellen Kent's Farewell Opera Tour

WINNER 'BEST OPERA AWARD'
Liverpool Daily Post Theatre Awards

Back by overwhelming public demand, this award-winning Opera returns in a new production with exquisite sets including a spectacular Japanese garden and fabulous costumes including antique wedding kimonos from Japan.

One of the world's most popular operas, Puccini's Madama Butterfly tells the heart-breaking story of the beautiful young Japanese girl who falls in love with an American naval lieutenant – with dramatic results.

Highlights include the melodic 'Humming Chorus', the moving aria 'One Fine Day' and the unforgettable 'Love Duet'.

Directed by Ellen Kent.

Sung in Italian with English surtitles

*Cast subject to change.

"Above all it was a production which captured the raw emotion at the centre of the opera. Don’t take a handkerchief with you, take a box of them." - The Independent

Please note that certain seats may have restricted views of the surtitles. Please check when booking tickets. All information is correct at time of release.

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Please note some productions may contain flashing and strobe lighting effects and haze. Contact the box office for more information.

Thu 5 Feb
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