Breaking the Waves - English National Opera
On a remote Scottish island, within a strict religious community, Bess meets oil rig worker Jan, and they fall in love.
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Breaking the Waves - English National Opera at London Coliseum (WC2N 4ES London), 5 dates from 13 to 25 February 2027, from £14. Tickets available.
Checked on 13 November 2026.
Overview
On a remote Scottish island, within a strict religious community, Bess meets oil rig worker Jan, and they fall in love.
Bess, raised within a strict religious community on a remote Scottish island, falls in love with Jan, an oil rig worker, and the two marry. A serious accident leaves Jan paralysed and unable to continue their physical intimacy. Jan then asks Bess to take other partners and recount those encounters to him, arguing that this could help him recover. Bess, who is deeply devout and believes this is God's will, agrees with reluctance and is drawn into a sequence of escalating, perilous meetings with strangers.
The opera centres on whether her sacrifice can save the man she loves, or whether she will be left to suffer under a system indifferent to her plight. English National Opera presents the work at the London Coliseum, where the story puts faith, love and endurance under extreme pressure.
Getting there
London Coliseum
London Coliseum is a venue on St Martin's Lane in London that mainly hosts theatre productions, with a strong focus on opera, as well as concerts.
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- St Martin's Lane, WC2N 4ES London
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Tickets & pricing
Tickets available
Book tickets| Category | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Box office | from £14 | as listed by the ticket seller |
Poster
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Breaking the Waves - English National Opera take place?
Breaking the Waves - English National Opera takes place at London Coliseum (WC2N 4ES London).
When does Breaking the Waves - English National Opera take place?
Breaking the Waves - English National Opera has 5 dates in London. Next scheduled date: Sat, 13 Feb 2027, 19:00.
How much longer is Breaking the Waves - English National Opera running?
5 performances of Breaking the Waves - English National Opera are still scheduled at London Coliseum, the last one on 25 Feb. Dates can be added if the run is extended.
What time does Breaking the Waves - English National Opera start?
Time listed for Breaking the Waves - English National Opera: 19:00 on 13 February 2027 at London Coliseum. It may be when doors open rather than the start; the exact time is on the ticket.
How much are tickets for Breaking the Waves - English National Opera?
Tickets for Breaking the Waves - English National Opera start from £14, as listed by the ticket seller. Indicative price, to be confirmed with the ticket seller.
Are tickets still available for Breaking the Waves - English National Opera?
Tickets were available to book at the ticket seller at the last check.
How do I get to London Coliseum?
London Coliseum is located at St Martin's Lane, WC2N 4ES London. Public transport is recommended; full directions are on the venue page.
How do I book tickets for Breaking the Waves - English National Opera?
Tickets can be booked at the ticket seller, through a link from TicketPiazza: https://ticketpiazza.com/gb/go/tickets?event=serie-breaking-the-waves-english-national-opera.
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