Welsh National Opera

This deliciously dark interpretation of the well-loved fairy tale will be devoured by anyone with a wicked sense of fun and fantasy. Director Richard Jones revels in the nightmarish aspects of the story. His classic production dwells on the themes of hunger, gluttony and cannibalism which lie beneath the story’s surface.

Deep in the depths of the forest Hansel and Gretel must use all their guile and trickery to avoid a horrific fate. Featuring a beautiful dream sequence involving a banquet served by a fish, this spellbinding production will intrigue those who wish to delve into the dark and comic side of opera

Production note: This production is set both in the 1950s and in a timeless fairytale age.

Can you resist the lure of this delicious fairytale?

Not suitable for under 10s.