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Gilbert & Sullivan in Malvern · September 4th 2025 - September 7th 2025

See the fantastic National Gilbert & Sullivan Opera Company in Malvern Theatre and enjoy a fabulous three-night break in the historic four-star Abbey Hotel.

The National G&S Opera Company will take their 2025 productions of Iolanthe, The Pirates of Penzance, and Princess Ida to Malvern Theatre in September. Theatrical Adventures has put together an outstanding package programme including the best seats in the house for each show along with an exciting itinerary including a visit to Sudeley Castle, a walking tour of Great Malvern Priory and an exclusive talk with Iolanthe conductor and NGSOC Musical Director, James Hendry.

THE ABBEY HOTEL – Historic Charm in the heart of Malvern!

Set at the foot of the Malvern Hills in the Worcestershire countryside, The Abbey is an AA-rated 4-star hotel, offering a blend of historic elegance and modern comfort.

Dating back to the 1600s, the hotel retains stunning Victorian architecture, including its Virginia creeper-clad façade. Originally built during Malvern’s rise as a spa town in the 19th century, it has long been a destination for guests seeking relaxation and refined hospitality.

Cost:

Per person sharing a double/twin room – £895 per person

Double room for single occupancy – £995

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Itinerary

4 September

Guests make their own way to the hotel and may check-in from 3.00 pm. We will meet for a pre-theatre dinner and make our way to the theatre for this evening’s performance. Performance: Iolanthe, National G&S Opera Company

5 September

We enjoy a leisurely breakfast between 7.00 am and 9.30 am.
At 11:00 am, we depart for a walking tour of the Great Malvern Priory Tour (approximately 1 hour 30 minutes), followed by a light buffet lunch at hotel.
After lunch, we welcome Iolanthe conductor and NGSOC Musical Director, James Hendry to talk to us about his life in opera and answer any questions you might have following the previous night’s performance.
We will then meet for a pre-theatre dinner and make our way to the theatre for this evening’s performance.
Performance: Princess Ida, National G&S Opera Company

6 September

We enjoy a leisurely breakfast between 7.00 am and 9.00 am. At 9:15, the coach departs for our visit to Sudeley Castle. We return to the hotel for a light buffet and free time to explore Malvern.
At 5:30 pm, we will meet for a pre-theatre dinner and make our way to the theatre for this evening’s performance.
Performance: The Pirates of Penzance, National G&S Opera Company

What's included

Three nights’ accommodation
Three dinners with wine
Two lunches
A visit to Sudeley Castle
A guided walking tour of Great Malvern Priory
An exclusive talk with Iolanthe conductor and NGSOC Musical Director, James Hendry
Three theatre tickets (Princess Ida, The Pirates of Penzance, Iolanthe)

What's not included

Personal travel insurance
Transfers to Malvern

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Iolanthe

The National Gilbert & Sullivan Opera Company present Iolanthe, a sparkling satire blending politics and fairy tale magic, directed by John Savournin.
With its enchanting score and witty libretto, this classic operetta promises an evening of laughter and delight. Join us for a spellbinding production filled with fairies, peers, and enduring charm.

Iolanthe is a much-loved operetta blending fantasy and satire. It follows Strephon, a half-mortal shepherd, whose fairy mother, Iolanthe, was banished for marrying a mortal. Fairies clash with bumbling peers of the British Parliament as love, law, and politics intertwine. Don’t miss this theatrical gem, perfect for audiences of all ages!

Princess Ida

In 2009, the Festival presented Princess Ida. This marvellous production, directed by Jeff Clarke, was nothing short of spectacular and has gone down in Festival history as one of the finest (if not the finest) productions we have ever staged.

With its striking black-and-white costumes set against a dramatic backdrop, it offered truly outstanding entertainment. Princess Ida is brimming with wit, satire, and enchanting melodies.

We are delighted that this fantastic productions is being revived for our 2025 season.

The Pirates of Penzance

Directed by John Savournin and featuring Simon Butteriss as the Major-General, this promises to be an evening of outstanding entertainment and uproarious comedy.

The Pirates of Penzance is filled with witty dialogue, catchy melodies, and whimsical characters. It tells the tale of Frederic, a young pirate apprentice, and his adventures with a band of tender-hearted pirates, a spirited heroine, and an eccentric Major-General. This much-loved favourite offers humour, romance, and dazzling musical entertainment.