Handel's Heroines: Lucy Crowe OBE, Bridget Cunningham & London Early Opera

Featuring music from the operas Rodelinda, Cesare and Semele, Lucy Crowe OBE and harspichordist Bridget Cunningham present the best of Handel in the beautiful surroundings of the Picture Gallery.

The programme will also include Handel’s instrumental music performed by baroque musicians from London Early Opera as well as John Stanley’s The Power of Music and Beauty alongside compositions found in the Gerald Coke Handel Collection, such as Alexander's Feast.

Expect a night of vocal fireworks and baroque brilliance - this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for lovers of Handel, history and opera.

“Handel has never sounded better” BBC Music Magazine, 5 Stars ★★★★★

Included in your concert ticket, last chance to see: A Grand Chorus: The Power of Music

Your ticket includes an exclusive, after hours opportunity to experience the Foundling Museum's special exhibition in its final two weeks of opening. A Grand Chorus: The Power of Music invites you to explore the life-affirming power of music through the lens of Handel’s iconic ‘Hallelujah Chorus’.

There will be an opportunity to purchase drinks from our bar before the show and in the interval.

Running Order

6pm Doors and bar open, chance to view A Grand Chorus, The Power of Music

7pm Concert begins

7.45pm Short interval

8.45pm Concert ends and chance to view A Grand Chorus, The Power of Music

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