OPERA HOLLAND PARK A magical evening of opera, in a beautiful summer setting One of London’s best loved cultural events Whether you are looking for thrilling entertainment, increased brand profile or community involvement, a partnership with us can be tailored to meet your business requirements Every year, from June to August, Opera Holland Park presents a summer season of the highest quality opera, in the spectacular and stylish environment of Kensington’s Holland Park.

The season has become one of London’s most treasured summer experiences, delighting audiences with an exciting programme, performed under the distinctive canopy of our high-spec theatre. Opera Holland Park enjoys a unique profile in the community, in the Capital and in the arts scene. Working with us allows you valuable access to our audience and to our reputation for accessible opera of the highest standard.

Our designated team will be delighted to meet you to discuss the various possibilities for partnering with us.

For more details contact: Kate Bingham Corporate Sponsorship & Events Manager Email: [email protected] | Telephone: 0203 846 6216

www.operahollandpark.com 37 Pembroke Road, London W8 6PW

OPERA HOLLAND PARK An unforgettable evening Hospitality packages

Choose from our popular hospitality packages. All options include best stalls seats and complimentary programmes, as well as quality catering, drinks and excellent service

We would be delighted to work with you to design a special dinner or reception around your visit, for a truly memorable evening’s entertainment

Sparkling reception From £200 + VAT per head Bubbles and generous canapés served upon arrival and during the interval

Fine dining From £285 + VAT per head A delicious three-course menu, including drinks, served preperformance and during the interval Butler service deluxe picnic £165 + VAT per head (minimum 4) A sumptuous picnic, including drinks, served by your personal butler

Select one of our unique, covered spaces in which to host your event: The Dutch Garden Lounge • A private, tranquil space, perfect for dining • West-facing, to benefit from the summer sunshine • Overlooking the beautiful formal Dutch Gardens • Balcony area for dining or as a reception area • Up to 60 diners at tables of multiples of 4 or 6 or 100 standing

The Mezzanine • A contemporary space at the heart of the theatre • Ideal for receptions • Stunning views over the Park • Easy access to the theatre • Up to 120 standing guests or 60 for dinner

For more details contact: Kate Bingham Corporate Sponsorship & Events Manager Email: [email protected] | Telephone: 0203 846 6216

www.operahollandpark.com 37 Pembroke Road, London W8 6PW

OPERA HOLLAND PARK Treat your clients and guests Become a Member

Enjoy the fabulous productions and beautiful surroundings that Opera Holland Park provides, with the added convenience of a Central London location

Treat your clients and guests throughout the Season to the best stalls seats and access to our exclusive Oak Room Bar. Benefits may include:

• Best price tickets reserved for weekday performances of each production throughout the Season. Chose from over 18 performances, across 5 operas

• Priority booking

The Oak Room Stylish, with comfortable seating and attentive staff, the Oak Room bar is the perfect place to entertain special guests. Reserved for the top-tier members of our Friends supporters scheme, the Oak Room is also where Opera Holland Park hosts VIPs and the media before the performance and during the interval.

• Access to the Oak Room bar with complimentary drinks and refreshments

• Dedicated customer service contact

• Colour advertising in our Season Programme Magazine with over 30,000 distribution • Acknowledged across our printed material, website, social media and on-site

£5,000 + VAT 20 tickets to use across the Season and complimentary programmes

£10,000 + VAT 60 tickets to use across the Season and complimentary programmes

£15,000 + VAT 4 tickets to each performance of the Season, up to a maximum 120, and complimentary programmes

For more details contact: Kate Bingham Corporate Sponsorship & Events Manager Email: [email protected] | Telephone: 0203 846 6216

www.operahollandpark.com 37 Pembroke Road, London W8 6PW

OPERA HOLLAND PARK Get involved Become a Sponsor

Align your brand with Opera Holland Park and benefit from exclusive behind the scenes experiences and marketing opportunities

As a Sponsor, your contribution will be vital in allowing Opera Holland Park to continue its important work in developing our artistic programme and ensuring accessibility to all. From sponsoring a particular production, to support of our Inspire community projects, we have a variety of ways to fulfil your business and CSR objectives. Please contact us to set up an initial meeting.

Beyond the Season Outside the summer Season, the theatre can be booked for hire. Our creative team is also available to stage private productions or perform at events. Previous examples have included garden party staging of children’s opera Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, opera dinners and corporate functions. Throughout the year, Opera Holland Park organises a series of previews and events, including our ever popular gala.

Inspire Project Opera Holland Park’s Inspire project, aims to inspire and encourage all members of the community to experience, discover and actively participate in opera and classical music, developing knowledge and bringing the art form to as wide an audience as possible. Made up of two interlinking initiatives – free and subsidised ticket schemes, and a variety of innovative and inclusive education programmes and community projects – events and workshops are staged all year round. Sponsor one of our subsidised ticket schemes or take on support of a project that particularly resonates with your company.

For more details contact: Kate Bingham Corporate Sponsorship & Events Manager Email: [email protected] | Telephone: 0203 846 6216

www.operahollandpark.com 37 Pembroke Road, London W8 6PW

2016 Season

Iris Mascagni

Iris, explores themes of innocence and desire in turn-of-the-century Japan, when the titlecharacter is kidnapped by the lascivious Osaka, and his friend, a brothel keeper. The follow-up to the composer’s highly successful Cavalleria Rusticana features many wonderful melodies, whilst monumental choruses add to the high musical drama. At 7.30pm

La bohème Giacomo Puccini

La bohème has been extremely popular with audiences since it was first performed in 1896. It is a boy-meets-girl love story between a starving poet and his neighbour, a poor seamstress. Atmospheric, concisely plotted and featuring some of the most famous arias and duets in opera. At 7.30pm

La Cenerentola Rossini

With inherently comical characters and gleeful music, Rossini’s 1817 opera is a romantic comedy. Underlying the frivolity, lies the moral of the Cinderella story. The heroine is lifted out of hardship, not by the touch of a fairy-godmother’s wand but by her own kindness: she earns her ticket to the ball. At 7.30pm

Die Fledermaus Johann Strauss II

Die Fledermaus was Strauss’s third operetta for Vienna’s Theatre an der Wien. Based on a popular French vaudeville comedy, its story tells of a practical joke spinning out of control. High-spirited, with numerous waltz and polka themes, audiences have loved it since its premiere in 1874. At 7.30pm

The Queen of Spades Tchaikovsky

Based on a groundbreaking story by Alexander Pushkin, Tchaikovsky’s macabre masterpiece follows the doomed love story of an army officer and the grand-daughter of a celebrated Countess. Discovering that the Countess possesses the secret to winning at cards, the officer falls victim to obsessive greed. At 7.30pm

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland Will Todd

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The wonderful family opera returns for its fourth year to the magical gardens of the Yucca Lawn in Holland Park. At 3pm. Dates TBC

Royal Ballet School

Each year, the summer showcase offers a chance to see the depth and breadth of talent emerging from The Royal Ballet School. Young dancers turn the steps they have studied throughout the year into a magical and exhilarating performance for the audience. At 7.30pm.

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For more details contact: Kate Bingham Corporate Sponsorship & Events Manager Email: [email protected] | Telephone: 0203 846 6216

www.operahollandpark.com 37 Pembroke Road, London W8 6PW