In partnership with Oxford River Cruises , Opera Anywhere are pleased to further its unique approach to creating opera experiences and launch another brand new concept!
The 'Opera Cruise' brings a touch of Venice to Oxford, Opera Anywhere's finest singers host intimate 2 hour cruises, on a 12 seater boat or a punt, travelling along the calm waters of the River Thames departing from Oxford. The cruise will include a performance of a series of popular arias whilst guests are encouraged to picnic on the boat followed by strawberries and cream served up by the captain!
The cruise boats, with dining facilities and awning, for protection against inclement weather, have a maximum seating capacity for 10 guests whilst a punt offers an intimate experience for up to 6.
Tickets range from £65 per head for an opera cruise on the 12 seater cruiser with a canopy or from £35 per head on a 6 seater punt. Prices include strawberries and cream but if you would like to dine on the boat picnics are encouraged.
Each cruise includes two singers performing popular arias accompanied by an opera guide explaining the concept behind each operatic piece.
Locations
Departures can be from the moorings at The Perch Inn, Binsey on the beautiful Port Meadow reach of the Thames. The moorings can be reached on foot across Port Meadow from the city centre, or by car. Parking is available.
Departures can also arranged from other locations in and around Oxford. Possibilities include Folly Bridge, Osney Island (for Oxford train and coach stations), Iffley Village, Godstow (for the Trout Inn) and Sandford-on-Thames
August Cruises and Punt Trips
Tues 5th, 7pm, Cruise
Saturday 9th, 3pm and 6pm, Punts
Sunday 10th, 3pm and 6pm, Punts
Saturday 23rd, 3pm and 6pm, Punts
Sunday 24th, 6pm, Cruise
Friday 29th, 3pm and 6pm, Punts
September Cruises and Punt Trips
Tues 9th, 6pm, Cruise
Saturday 13th, 6pm, Punts
Sunday 14th, 4pm, Punts
Tues 16th, 6pm, Cruise
Saturday 20th, 6pm, Punts
Sunday 21st, 4pm, Punts
Tues 23rd, 6pm, Cruise
Saturday 27th, 3pm, Punts
Tuesday 30th, 6pm, Cruise
For more information please call Opera Anywhere direct on 01865 735910