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24th February 2026 | The 32nd Festival

Don’t forget the Festival Fringe!

There is never a dull moment at the International Gilbert & Sullivan Festival, and our jam-packed Fringe programme ensures there is something to enjoy…

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19th February 2026 | The 32nd Festival

Introducing Iolanthe

Charles Court Opera return to the Festival to present their enchanting production of Gilbert & Sullivan’s sharp satire of power, privilege, and parliamentary democracy….

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13th February 2026 | The 32nd Festival

Introducing The Pirates of Penzance, 2026

The National Gilbert & Sullivan Opera Company are back in Buxton with a revival of their highly acclaimed 2025 production of The Pirates of…

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6th February 2026 | The 32nd Festival

Introducing The National Festival Orchestra

The National Festival Orchestra is the heart and soul of every Festival performance at Buxton Opera House—and has been part of the Festival family…

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6th February 2026 | The 32nd Festival

Introducing John Andrews

Conductor: The Mikado and The Best of Gilbert & Sullivan The Mikado wasn’t my first experience of conducting a Savoy Opera. That dubious distinction goes…

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6th February 2026 | The 32nd Festival

Introducing James Hendry

Festival Musical Director and Conductor: The Pirates of Penzance and HMS Pinafore James Hendry is a leading young British conductor with a strong focus…

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6th February 2026 | The 32nd Festival

Introducing HMS Pinafore, 2026

Director: SARAH HELSBY HUGHES National Gilbert & Sullivan Opera Company We are delighted to welcome back Sarah Helsby Hughes to direct the National Gilbert…

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6th February 2026 | The 32nd Festival

Introducing The Mikado, 2026

Director: JEFF CLARKE National Gilbert & Sullivan Opera Company When I first created the Opera della Luna Mikado, more years ago than I care to…

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27th November 2025 | Join In, The 32nd Festival

2026 Festival Youth Production – Iolanthe

This annual highlight is for young people aged 9-18 who love performing. This year, the production will be Iolanthe, performed in the Pavilion Arts…

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