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Leeds Opera Festival 2026

5th - 7th November

Join us for an exciting programme of new opera, conversations and workshops ...

The Leeds premiere of Our Eyes Looking for God 
by Renell Shaw, performed at Leeds School of Arts. Directed by TD Moyo, with a beautiful libretto from April Koyejo-Audiger and stunning design from Amanda Mascarenhas.

This is an incredible new co-commission with the Barbican. The piece will premiere in London before coming to Leeds in November.

5 to 7 November


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Join us to demystify the opera making process with exciting teams showcasing their works in progress:  Hey Maudie - an exploration of Gwendolyn Brooks short story Maud Martha and Ultramarine  - an opera which will explore seduction, myth and the impossibility of perfection.


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A selection of curated conversations programme and events with our special guests: Laura Attridge and Maddy Costa 

With thanks to Arts Council England, Leeds City Council, International Music and Arts Foundation, Keith Howard Foundation, Leeds Communtiy Foundation, Vaughan Williams Foundation, Marchus Trust, and Postlethwaite Music Foundation

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Registered charity 1167501

Northern Opera Group, c/o Northern Ballet, Leeds, LS2 7PA

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