OPERA A LA CARTE

presents

“LA TRAVIATA “ By Verdi

Under canvas in a 1930’s setting…...

Tailormade Ireland is delighted to have the opportunity to invite groups to this special event due to take place at two different locations during June and July 2005.

This is Garden Opera at its best, now in its fifth year running in Ireland, set amongst magical and historic surroundings in “Glyndebourne” style.

The Opera is held under canvas and the audience is captured by the immediate proximity with the performers “in the round”. Vividly decorated with thematic paintings, the canvas is heated and all seats are upholstered.

Nick Heath, Artistic Director, a full-time member of the chorus at the Royal Opera House, Convent Garden, London, is well placed to get hold of the most promising young actor-singers. “The intention is to give people a different feeling every year. But it’s more than just words and music. You have to make it a theatrical experience as well,” says Nick Heath.

The Story
La Traviata – an operatic version of Verdi’s version of La Dame aux Camellias – is a story of the courtesan Violetta and her live-in lover Alfredo whom she is forced to abandon so his family’s reputation is not tarnished! The cast includes Caroline Childe as Violetta and Colin Campbell as Giorgio. Michelle Sheridan makes a re-appearance, as does John Milne. Musical accompaniment is provided by a piano and string quartet.

Itinerary
Upon arrival your group will enjoy a private champagne reception and a chance to wander through the gardens before the performance begins. Dinner (see sample menu below) will be served during the interval and there will be an opportunity to meet the artistic director and performers after the Opera.

Dress: Formal.

Venue 1:- Lough Crew, Co. Meath
Dates:- Friday, 24th June and Saturday, 25th June
Opera time:- 8pm
Further attractions in the area:- Visit Newgrange or enjoy a Spa treatment before the Opera!

Venue 2:- Monksgrange, Co. Wexford
Dates:- Friday, 8th July and Saturday, 9th July
Opera time:- 7.30pm
Further attractions in the area:- See the start of the Tall Ships Race from Dunmore East on Sunday, 10th July and/or visit the Waterford Crystal Factory!

Transport

• There are regular flights from the UK to Dublin
• Direct flights are also available from both London Luton and Manchester to Waterford
• We will organise luxury, chauffeured transport

Price Guides
€230.00 per person (for groups of ten or more). To include: -

• Private Champagne Reception
• Preferential ticket
• Sit down three course dinner (not including wine)
• Programme
• Our services

€325.00 per person (for groups of ten or more). To include: -

• Private Champagne Reception
• Preferential ticket
• Sit down three course dinner (not including wine)
• Programme
• Luxury hotel accommodation (per person sharing) B&B
• Our services
  

A contribution from the proceeds will go to either the Irish Cancer Society or Wexford Hospice Homecare - depending on the venue.

Sample Dinner Menu

Wild Smoked Salmon Blinis with Caviar
Pork Terrine

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Carpaccio of Rare Beef Fillet with Rocket, Truffle oil and Parmesan sauce
Tiger Prawns with Lime & Coriander mixed green salad
Mini Filo Parcels with Spinach, Ricotta & Fennel

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Tarte Citron and Seasonal Berries and Crème Frais

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For further Information contact us