Gala Fundraising Dinner at Homewood, Bath
Join us for one of the most intense and moving events in our calendar… an intimate evening of fine dining, exceptional music and wonderful company
Tuesday 09 June 2026
Drinks from 6pm, dinner at 7pm
As this is a fundraising event, any amount paid above the ticket price is treated as a voluntary donation. These donations are vital in supporting If Opera’s work and may be eligible for Gift Aid.Tickets: £165 per person
(£117.50 ticket price plus voluntary donation of £47.50)
Enjoy a delicious menu of locally sourced produce and fine wines as well as the unique opportunity to hear some of the singers from our 2026 ensemble. This special fundraising event supports If Opera’s work on stage and in the community, offering a memorable night of music, conversation, and celebration while helping to sustain opera for future generations.
Taking place at Homewood, a relaxed yet luxurious country house hotel, the evening begins with a Taittinger Champagne reception on the terrace in the summer sunshine.
Following this, a fine three-course dinner prepared by Homewood’s brilliant chefs awaits… this unique menu created especially for the evening will be expertly crafted using the best Somerset produce as well as ingredients handpicked from the hotel’s kitchen garden, all matched with specially selected wines.
Throughout the evening, enjoy romantic and dramatic musical interludes performed live by members of the If Opera ensemble. Four singers will perform a selection of powerful arias in the intimate surroundings of the Homewood dining room offering a tantalising glimpse of the talent you will see in the summer during the festival.
Join us in June for a memorable evening and rare opportunity to hear principal artists up close whilst sharing an evening of lively conversation with fellow supporters and If Opera trustees.
As this is a fundraising event, any amount paid above the ticket price is treated as a voluntary donation. These donations are vital in supporting If Opera’s work and may be eligible for Gift Aid.Tickets: £165 per person
(£117.50 ticket price plus voluntary donation of £47.50)
This event helps us raise much-needed funds to support our work.
With your support, we can continue to create sensational experiences for our audiences, community and industry.
Meet our Gala Dinner Singers…
Rachel Roper
Mezzo-soprano
Carmen ensemble, If Opera 2026
Sarah Gilford
Soprano
Micaëla, Carmen, If Opera 2026
Yuriy Yurchuk
Baritone
Escamillo, Carmen, If Opera 2026
Dominick Felix
Tenor
Carmen ensemble, If Opera 2026
Tuesday 09 June 2026
Drinks from 6pm, dinner at 7pm
HOMEWOOD
Abbey Lane, Freshford, Bath, Somerset, BA2 7TB
Click here for transport options and how to find Homewood. Parking is available at the hotel, full details will be supplied by email in advance of the event.
Dietary requirements can be catered for and the three-course dinner menu will be shared via email in advance of the event.
As this is a fundraising event, any amount paid above the ticket price is treated as a voluntary donation. These donations are vital in supporting If Opera’s work and may be eligible for Gift Aid.Tickets: £165 per person
(£117.50 ticket price plus voluntary donation of £47.50)