Saturday 15 August 2026, entrance from 4pm
Carmen Re-imagined
Opera’s most dangerous love story – re-imagined for an intimate outdoor stage
Set against the beautiful backdrop of Cumberland Lodge, Rogue Opera presents a thrilling and intimate re-imagining of Bizet’s Carmen.
Performed by four professional opera singers and pianist, with Bizet’s famous arias sung in French and a new English script, this chamber production strips away the customary trappings of grand opera to reveal the raw drama at the heart of the story.
Seduction, obsession and freedom collide in one of opera’s most compelling tales, brought vividly to life in this powerful and accessible outdoor performance.
Arrive early and picnic in our gardens, or enjoy a delicious BBQ (food ticket must be booked in advance).
For more information about the performance please click here
Ticket prices
Adults
Entrance – £50 per person
Optional BBQ ticket with soft drink – £10 per person
Child 12-18yrs (not suitable for under 12s)
Entrance – £35 per person
Optional BBQ ticket with soft drink – £10 per person
Accommodation
We have a limited number of bedrooms available to book with your entrance tickets
Single occupancy – £144 per room
Double occupancy – £160 per room
Price includes breakfast
By purchasing tickets for this event you are directly supporting our educational charity to develop the next generation of leaders through our educational programmes.
Timings
- Gates will open from 4pm (no entry will be permitted before this time)
- Bars will be open and those with pre-purchased BBQ tickets will be able to obtain their food from around 4.30pm.
- The performance will start at 6pm with 2 intervals (approximately 20mins each)
- The end time is estimated at 9pm
Important information
- This outdoor event will proceed rain or shine, unless weather conditions make it unsafe – so please bring appropriate clothing
- The main Lodge will be open to use the bar and toilets but all other areas in the Lodge will be closed
- You are welcome to bring your own picnic but no alcohol is to be brought on site. Alcoholic beverages can be purchased from the bar
- BBQ tickets must be purchased in advance with your ticket, there will be no extra on the day
- Free parking is available directly outside the lodge – directions can be found here – accessible spaces are available
- There will be no allocated seating – you will need to bring your own chairs and picnic blankets
- Strictly NO gazebos or tents please
- Dogs will not be permitted on site (other than assisted dogs with necessary documentation)
Contact us
If you have any questions about this event please email marketing@cumberlandlodge.ac.uk or phone our Meetings & Events team on 01784 432316.
