Song Queen - A Pidgin Opera at Royal Albert Hall
Dates: 03/02/2025
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Royal Albert Hall - Arts Venue
Kensington Gore
London, SW7 2AP
Phone: 02075898212
Tickets: £25
Kick off a year of celebrations marking the 10th anniversary of Song Queen: A Pidgin Opera with this special performance in the Elgar Room. First staged in 2015, this groundbreaking opera, composed and written by Helen Epega, has transported audiences worldwide to a realm where music inspires, heals and unites - a powerful message in these times.
Embark on a musical journey with the heroine Kenate, exploring love, hope, peace, betrayal and redemption in this reimagined production.
Having captivated audiences in London, Lagos, Turin, Bodrum and Cape Town to widespread acclaim, Song Queen: A Pidgin Opera blends the rich African tradition of storytelling with Nigerian Pidgin English, Patois, Creole, Cockney, hip-hop vernacular and multicultural London slang. Combined with Western classical music and presented through an Afro-futuristic lens, it offers a truly unique cultural experience.
Join us for this landmark performance celebrating a decade of Song Queen: A Pidgin Opera. Be part of the journey as this revolutionary opera continues to inspire and break new ground.
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