Is Glyndebourne open to the public?

The Glyndebourne gardens, Shop, and Deli are open to ticket holders before the performance. As opening times vary, we include information either on your ticket or on a separate flyer within your ticket wallet. Alternatively, please check the performance schedule.

Does Glyndebourne have a dress code?

There is no official dress code, though formal attire is customary and nearly everyone wears black tie. Absolutely everyone has brought champagne. Glyndebourne was the first country house opera in the U.K., founded in 1934 by an eccentric aristocrat, John Christie, who was married to an opera singer.

Where is Glyndebourne held?

East Sussex
Glyndebourne Festival Opera is an annual opera festival held at Glyndebourne, an English country house near Lewes, in East Sussex, England.

Will Glyndebourne happen this year?

Glyndebourne Festival 2021 runs from 20 May – 29 August 2021. Members will have priority booking for Festival 2021 tickets, find out more about becoming a Member.

How long is the interval at Glyndebourne?

90 minutes
* Long dining interval Our long dining interval lasts for 90 minutes. All information in this brochure is correct at the time of going to print. Some cast and/or creative teams may change before or during the run of any opera due to unforeseen circumstances.

What do ladies wear to Glyndebourne?

(October–December) In keeping with the more informal feel of the Tour, whether at Glyndebourne itself or when visiting other venues around the UK, the dress code is smart casual.

How do you say Glyndebourne?

Break ‘Glyndebourne’ down into sounds: [GLYND] + [BAWN] – say it out loud and exaggerate the sounds until you can consistently produce them.

What is the Glyndebourne tour?

Founded in 1968, the Glyndebourne Tour has the dual purpose of providing a showcase for emerging artists and giving broader audiences a chance to experience world-class live opera, produced to the same exacting standards as our Festival operas.

Who lives Glyndebourne?

But today British opera must take a place on the chorus line, for it is the home of Gus Christie and his wife Danielle de Niese that is to take centre stage. Their house sits directly beside the opera house itself, but to say that one overshadows the other would be untrue – both are equally resplendent.

How long is the long interval at Glyndebourne?

90 minute
All of our Festival performances have a 90 minute long dining interval for you to enjoy our gardens and restaurants.

Is Glyndebourne Open this year?

Glyndebourne Festival 2021 runs from 20 May – 29 August 2021. Members will have priority booking for Festival 2021 tickets, find out more about becoming a Member. Public booking will open in March 2021.