The Royal Opera
Jakub Hrůša
Music Director
Oliver Mears
Director of Opera
Recitals at Lunch
Monday 17 November 2025 1pm
Please note that casting is subject to change up until the start of the performance. Please continue to check the website for the most up-to-date information.
Approximate Timings
The performance will last approximately 45–50 minutes
Learning and Participation
- Orchestra Director
Helen Dunne
- Orchestra Manager
Claire Bayliss
- Assistant Orchestra Managers
Helena Archer
Kirsten Cross
- Orchestra Admin and Projects Coordinator
Rebecca Newman
- Orchestra Office Administrator
Jemma Bogan
Cast
- Violin 1
Vasko Vassilev
- Violin 2
Anna Blackmur
- Viola 1
Emmanualla Reiter
- Viola 2
Geeta Nazareth
- Cello 1
Luba Ulybysheva
- Cello 2
Tessa Seymour
The Royal Opera
- Patron
HM The King
- Music Director
Jakub Hrůša
- Director of Opera
Oliver Mears
- Director of Casting
Peter Mario Katona
- Associate Director
Netia Jones
- Administrative Director
Cormac Simms
Programme
Antonín Dvořák (1841-1904) Miniatures op75a for 2 violins and viola
Cavatina
Capriccio
Romanza
Elegia
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893) Souvenir de Florence Op.70 for string sextetAllegro con spirito
Allegro cantabile e con moto
Allegretto moderato
Allegro vivace
Guidance
Suitable for ages 14+
Generous support from
Generously supported by Paul Hamlyn Education Fund
Further information
Digital Cast Sheets
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