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Le Maschere

Le maschere

Pietro Mascagni

18, 23, 26 and 31 October
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The critic

The Critic

Charles Villiers Stanford

19, 24, 27 October and 1 November
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Le convenienze

Le convenienze ed inconvenienze teatrali

Gaetano Donizetti

20, 25, 28 October and 2 November
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Theatre within Theatre

All the world's a stage!

Join us for 70 events over 16 days from 18 Oct – 2 Nov

General booking is now open. This year's captivating programme explores the intriguing theme of ‘Theatre within Theatre’, offering a glimpse into the world behind the curtain. Wexford Festival Opera is world renowned for its exceptional artistry and its warm, welcoming atmosphere. We can't wait to celebrate with you.

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Tickets for the 73rd Wexford Festival Opera are now on sale.

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Programme Post

Theatre within Theatre - Theme for Festival 2024

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Theatre within Theatre

News & Features

PwC renews commitment to supporting young artists through sponsorship of Wexford Factory 2024/25

Wexford Festival Opera Shortlisted for Best Rediscovered Work at the International Opera Awards

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Wexford Factory, Corporate Partnerships 
Artists from the Wexford Factory are welcomed into the National Opera House by Aine Brassill (Partner PWC, left) and Rosetta Cucchi (WFO Artistic Director, right) to mark the start of the 2024/25 Wexford Festival Opera’s Academy for young Irish and Irish based singers, repetiteurs and stage managers which is supported by PwC. With masterclasses led by internationally recognised artists and professionals, artists also have the chance to perform in the festival. This partnership showcases PwC’s support of the Arts & Culture sector and their commitment to projects which make a valuable impact to our society. Photograph: Leon Farrell / Photocall Ireland

PwC renews commitment to supporting young artists through sponsorship of Wexford Factory 2024/25

Festival News, Awards 
Opera Award Finalist

Wexford Festival Opera Shortlisted for Best Rediscovered Work at the International Opera Awards

Awards 
Opera Award Nomination

Help us shine at the International Opera Awards!

Explore the Wexford experience

Every Festival visitor is caught in Wexford’s warm embrace. The town’s intimate charm and the welcome of its people are legendary. It’s a place where friendships are forged and memories are treasured.

Wexford Welcome

Touch the spirit, feel the welcome. Wexford’s special atmosphere helps to define the Festival experience.

Opera house night

A place like no other

Brimming with warmth and conviviality, fun and vibrancy, it’s a place where friendships are forged and memories are treasured.

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The warmth and conviviality of Wexford is legendary. Plan your visit and find out everything you need to know.

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As a Friend you’ll be helping to fund important elements of the Festival from Mainstage Opera performances to our education programme.

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Take your involvement to a new level and enhance your Festival experience. Discover the benefits.