Discover Garsington
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Announcing the 2025 Festival
Wednesday 28 May – Tuesday 22 July 2025
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In memory of David Suratgar
We are sad to learn that David Suratgar passed away on 17th July 2024 aged 85.
Garsington has established itself as the most stylish and adventurous of Britain’s country-house opera companies.
Michael Church, inews
“An outstanding British cast without a weak link, all of whom will be at the Royal Albert Hall in September at the Proms.
★★★★★
“Garsington Opera… pulled off a huge success with this sparkling, funny, engaging production…”
Melanie Eskenazi, MusicOMH, Platée
“The combination of this witty staging and a superb cast, orchestra and chorus is dynamite”
Claire Jackson, Telegraph, Un giorno di regno
★★★★
“The strong cast in this latest reincarnation by revival director Bruno Ravella brings out the best … and the evening fizzes with fun.”
Charles Hebbert, Culture Whisper, Le nozze di Figaro
Explore Garsington Opera
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Your Festival Experience
To help you prepare for your visit, we’ve collated some useful information including dining options, where to go, what to expect and frequently asked questions.
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Get Involved
Sharing our passion and love of opera with a wider audience, and helping to demystify the wonderful and varied genre of opera.
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Garsington Studios
Nestled in the rolling Chiltern Hills in close proximity to the M40, Garsington Studios are an outstanding multi-purpose resource for rehearsals, recordings, events and meetings.
Latest News
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Applications Open: Alvarez Young Artists' Programme 2025
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