We’re now well and truly into December and the festive season. As the nights draw in and Christmas lights pop up, there’s no need to panic if you’re yet to secure the perfect gift. We have a range of unique ideas that are sure to impress on the big day that will make for a truly memorable gift for that special someone in your life.
A night at the opera
There’s no feeling quite as exciting as seeing the lights dim and curtain rise as you sit in anticipation of an amazing performance with Welsh National Opera, and opera regulars and newbies alike will be delighted by an evening at one of our Spring 2025 productions.
Whether they’d prefer Peter Grimes, a gritty tale of isolation and loneliness surrounded by mystery, or Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro, a lighter captivating tale of love, loyalty and mistaken identities, they’re sure to enjoy a wonderful night at the opera.
A little something extra
Looking for a gift for an opera fan who has already secured their tickets? Pre-ordering a programme is a thoughtful gift to heighten their opera experience. Although it won’t be there to wrap up for Christmas day, it will be a great surprise when it arrives in the lead up to the performance.
Orchestral offerings
If your recipient would be captivated by an evening of orchestral music, consider tickets to WNO Orchestra’s A New Year’s Celebration featuring Viennese favourites from Josef Strauss and Johann Strauss II. You could also pick up tickets for the recipient to see WNO Music Director Tomáš Hanus and WNO Orchestra this Spring as they’re joined in Cardiff by decorated mezzo-soprano Dame Sarah Connolly for an evening of works by Schubert, Mahler and Sibelius.
A family day out
If the perfect gift is one for the whole family, then tickets to Play Opera LIVE are sure to impress. This interactive and educational family show will feature magnificent music from stage and screen and is the perfect introduction to the world of opera and classical music. Children will love our wonderful presenter Tom Redmond, and adults and little ones alike will be captivated by WNO Orchestra.
WNO Friend Membership
A WNO Friend Membership is a unique gift that will continue to delight throughout 2025. As a member they’ll get access to a variety of curated events, an exclusive e-newsletter, dress rehearsals and priority booking. Not only will they be one of the first to hear what’s coming when we announce the 2025/2026 Season, but they can secure their favourite seat ahead of time to avoid missing out. WNO Memberships support the Company in producing world-class opera and community work as well as playing a vital role in securing our future, so that we can continue to bring the power, drama and pure emotion of opera to as wide an audience as possible. It is a gift that is truly impactful.
We hope we’ve inspired you to give the gift of music this Christmas. At Welsh National Opera we wish you a very Merry Christmas and look forward to continuing our music making for another year in 2025.