Albert Herring
SEMI-STAGED CONCERT OPERA
Show Information
Dates
April 30th at 7:30pm
May 2nd at 7:30pm
May 4th at 3:00pm
Runtime
Approximately 2 hours, 45 minutes
Location
The Engineers Club at the Garrett-Jacobs Mansion
11 West Mount Vernon Place
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
Welcome to Loxford:
A Comic Opera Adventure!
Composer: Benjamin Britten
Librettist: Eric Crozier
In the quaint town of Loxford, East Sussex, Lady Billows is on a mission. She’s gathered the town's most important folks to find the perfect Queen for their May Day Feast. But there’s a problem: none of the young women meet her high moral standards. Just when all hope seems lost, someone suggests Albert Herring, the shy and obedient greengrocer’s son, as the ideal candidate.
To everyone’s surprise, Albert is crowned King of the May. What follows is a hilarious and unexpected turn of events as Albert, tired of living under his mother’s strict rules, embarks on a wild night of adventure and self-discovery.
Benjamin Britten’s Albert Herring is his only true comic opera, filled with witty music and a delightful story. It explores themes of innocence, social class, and growing up, all set to a brilliantly clever score.
Perfect for first-time opera-goers, this charming tale will have you laughing and rooting for Albert as he breaks free and finds his own way. Join us for a night of fun and unforgettable singing!
Group rates for parties of 10+ and student discounts available!
Call our office at 443.445.0226 to purchase.
Our Pay Opera Forward program provides free tickets to those who cannot afford one. One ticket per person. To request a ticket through this program, please fill out THIS FORM. Requests will be processed beginning one month prior to the performance, as inventory allows.
Through generous support from the Elaine Mintzes Estate Trust we are able to offer a limited number of tickets at a 20% discount for seniors and those with visual impairment. Simply call our office at 443.445.0226 to request your discounted ticket.
Stay tuned!
We'll be announcing the amazing artists for our 2024-2025 season at the end of the summer. We're so excited to share this with you and can't wait for you to see who's joining us. Keep an eye on our website and social media for the big reveal!