About us
English National Opera is the national opera company dedicated to creating extraordinary encounters with opera, on stage and beyond.
We believe in opera as a force for good, supporting lifelong learning, creative development and wellbeing through our ENO Engage programme, which connects people of all ages and backgrounds with the art form.
We produce a wide range of world-class operatic experiences for everyone. From performances at the London Coliseum and in Greater Manchester to work in schools, communities and public spaces across the country, we’re committed to reaching and reflecting the full diversity of our nation.
Founded in 1931 as Sadler’s Wells Opera to make opera accessible to all, we continue that mission today. We present opera that’s different, creatively daring and inclusive. We sing in English to open up the art form to the widest possible audience, and we offer free and discounted tickets at every performance, in both London and Greater Manchester.
We’re also committed to shaping the future of opera — from pioneering new formats like drive-in opera, to nurturing the next generation of talent on and off stage. As an active part of the UK’s creative and cultural ecosystem, we champion outstanding careers and foster new collaborations.
English National Opera. Creating opera without limits.
Chorus
The Chorus of ENO is one of the finest professional operatic ensembles in the UK today.
Tracing its roots to the founding of the Sadler’s Wells Opera Company by Lilian Baylis in 1931, the Chorus of ENO is committed to bringing opera sung in English to the widest possible audiences in thrilling and theatrically inventive productions.
Orchestra
The award-winning Orchestra of ENO is renowned for the versatility of its repertoire spanning four centuries, providing the musical landscape and emotion for ENO productions.
As equally at home in the fun and sparkle of Gilbert & Sullivan as it is in Wagner’s epic scores, it also brings to life the complexities and colours of contemporary operas including those by Birtwistle, John Adams, Tansy Davies, as well as musical theatre productions like Sweeney Todd, Sunset Boulevard and My Fair Lady.
Who’s who
Find out more about ENO’s board members, executive team and committees.