“YOU EXCEL AT WHAT YOU DO. WE ARE VERY LUCKY TO HAVE YOU!” - Layla Moran MP
WHO WE ARE
Oxford Opera Company has been part of Oxfordshire’s cultural life since it was founded in 2017, working with people and communities across the county.
We produce high-quality, fully-staged opera and bring the experience and enjoyment of opera into local schools and community partners through our education and community outreach programmes. We are proud to be an independent Oxford-based company and a registered charity.
For the avoidance of doubt: Oxford Opera Company is an independent registered charity and is not connected with, or affiliated to, Oxford International Opera
“World class opera for everyone – with the people at its heart.”
Marriage of Figaro
9 – 10 October 2026
Oxford Playhouse
Do not miss the wedding of the year!
Taking place over one chaotic day, this high speed comedy of social and sexual politics is as relevant today as it was when Mozart composed it
Join the fun as the smart-witted partnership of Figaro and his love Susanna, with the help of the spurned Countess, outwit the entitled snobbery of the Count. With sub-plot upon sub-plot this is operatic comedy at its finest!
Director Katie Blackwell and conductor John Warner, the creative team behind the sold-out, critically acclaimed Tosca last year, bring their brand new, fast, funny and fresh look to one of Mozart’s all time greatest operas.
Sung in English (with surtitles) in a brand new translation by George Robarts, accompanied by the Oxford Opera Orchestra.
FAMILY MATINEE
Our family matinee is back! A reduced version of the opera lasting no more than 75mins, the perfect introduction to the joys of opera for young children and their families and those who are new to the wonderful world of opera.
Brand New
Youth Company
New Term starts 5 September 2026
Q: What is Opera?
A: “It is the human story, told in the most incredible way, set to the most amazing music.”
Join Oxford Opera every Saturday during term time in the heart of the city at The Old Fire Station for the Oxford Opera Youth Company. We offer TWO age-specific groups allowing everyone to explore their own creativity, learn new skills and make new friends.
Led by our expert team of facilitators the weekly sessions look at the wide range of skills that go into making opera – storytelling, singing, stagecraft, movement, composition, and even stage combat! This is a brand new and unique opportunity to get to know this fabulous art form from all angles! You will learn well-loved opera repertoire, but also explore creating new and exciting pieces as a group.
The course will also include visits from specially invited professional guests who will bring their experience and wisdom to their session – showcasing and focusing on a wide range of different skills throughout the year.
There will also be a minimum of two different performance opportunities throughout the year for everyone in the Company.
OUR PRODUCTIONS
our team
Stuart Pendred
Artistic Director
Aloise Fiala-Murphy
Executive Director
Catie Simpson
Education & Outreach Manager
JOHN WARNER
Music Director