Pelléas et Mélisande

Before the performance of Pelléas et Mélisande, a fascinating discussion between Festival Featured Artist and conductor Ryan Wigglesworth and director Rory Kinnear.

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Silhouetted small orchestra with smoke and lighting in the background.

77th Aldeburgh Festival of Music and the Arts

12 – 28 June 2026

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