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Ellen Kent: The Farewell Tour – Madama Butterfly
24 February @ 7.30pm to 10.05pm
About Ellen Kent: The Farewell Tour – Madama Butterfly
Senbla presents Ellen Kent’s Farewell Opera Tour featuring Opera International Kyiv, Ukraine, with Highly-Praised Soloists and Full Orchestra.
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 heartbreaking 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.
Reviews
“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
Tickets
Please see important booking information below.
Booking information
Ticket prices:
From £23.00
Tickets are subject to a transaction fee of £3.95
Dates & times:
Tuesday 24 February 2026 at 7.30pm
Running time:
2 hours 35 minutes, including an interval
Good to know:
- Sung in Italian with English surtitles
- Cast subject to change.
- Please note that certain seats may have restricted views of the surtitles. Please check when booking tickets. All information is correct at the time of release.
Warning:
All seats with a restricted view, and any seats on a higher level, may not be able to see the surtitles.
About Aylesbury Waterside Theatre
Aylesbury Waterside Theatre is a stunning modern venue at the heart of Buckinghamshire’s cultural scene.
Opened in 2010, its striking wooden interior takes inspiration from the rolling Chiltern Hills, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The theatre regularly hosts top touring productions, offering audiences the chance to enjoy big-name shows and world-class entertainment without heading to London.
Designed for comfort and accessibility, the venue features step-free access, wheelchair spaces, and hearing loop systems. Whether you’re after a hit musical, stand-up comedy, or a magical Christmas pantomime, Waterside Theatre has something for everyone.
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