A sensational double bill from opera and theatre director Deborah Warner and choreographer Kim Brandstrup.

Benjamin Britten’s final vocal work, the powerful cantata Phaedra, is paired with the thrilling new dance piece Minotaur.

Inspired by Greek mythology, Benjamin Britten’s cantata tells the story of Phaedra and her all-consuming lust for her stepson, Hippolytus. Leading mezzo soprano Christine Rice reprises her Olivier Award-nominated performance accompanied by acclaimed pianist Richard Hetherington. The scalding power of Britten’s score pushes Phaedra towards her doom in an intense and thrilling drama.

In Minotaur, we meet Ariadne (Phaedra’s sister), her lover Theseus and her half brother – the Minotaur himself. Through Kim Brandstrup’s moving choreography, we follow the characters’ conflict, lust and pain through the depths of the labyrinth.

Supported by Geoff and Mary Ball

Audio described performance 20 Aug 3pm

A touch tour for this production is available before the performance on 20 Aug 3pm. Meet at 1.45pm in the foyer.