English National Opera

Lilian Baylis decided to establish the Sadler’s Well Opera at the newly reopened Sadler’s Well theatre in 1931, with an aim to make opera pocket friendly. During the war, the theatre was forced shut and the company took to touring the provinces. In 1968, the company moved to the London Coliseum designed by Frank Matcham. Six years later, the Sadler’s Well Opera was renamed as the English National Opera. The ENO London orchestra and chorus won the Olivier Award for outstanding performance and the International Opera Awards in the chorus category in 2016. 

The ENO London is today known for its range of performances from the Baroque era to contemporary styles. The English National Opera tickets remain affordable, firm with its aim to keep it accessible for the masses. Go get your English National Opera tickets today!

The London Coliseum has been the home of the English National Opera since 1968. Designed by Frank Matcham for Sir Oswald Stoll in 1904, the coliseum is the largest in London’s West End, with a capacity of 2359 seats. At 55 feet, the proscenium arch of the coliseum is the largest in London, standing 34 feet high. During the war, the theatre saw Winston Churchill deliver a speech from its stage, and also served as a canteen for Air Raid Precaution Wardens. With a rich heritage, the English National Opera and its home - the London Coliseum is a must-visit. The affordable English National Opera tickets make this West End destination a worthy detour. To witness a memorable opera being staged in London's West End, book your English National Opera tickets to an ENO opera show today.