James Hendry conducts Mark-Anthony Turnage’s Festen at Finnish National Opera, which has its premiere on 27April. Festen won Best New Opera Production at the 2025 Olivier Awards, and the World Premiere Award at the International Opera Awards, also in 2025. Originally directed by Richard Jones, the stellar cast includes the likes of Darren Jeffery, Susan Bickley and Daniel Brenna. 

The production runs until 7 May.

Festen — The Finnish National Opera and Ballet

Experience Thomas Vinterberg’s 1998 cult film as a powerful opera that will leave you breathless.