“Dido and Aeneas” at Łaźnia Nowa. Opera Combined with Dance
Henry Purcell’s opera “Dido and Aeneas” will be staged at Łaźnia Nowa Theatre in Kraków as part of the “Interakcje” (Interactions) project. Capella Cracoviensis will combine the musical performance with choreography by Eryk Makohon. The performances will take place on 19 and 20 October 2026 at 19:00, and on 21 October at 11:00.
In Brief
- Henry Purcell’s opera “Dido and Aeneas” performed by Capella Cracoviensis.
- Choreography by Eryk Makohon, musical direction by Agnieszka Świątkowska.
- Łaźnia Nowa Theatre, os. Szkolne 25 in Kraków; three dates: 19, 20 and 21 October 2026.
- Performance on 21 October at 11:00 with children taking part and an introduction for younger audiences.
- Tickets available, among other places, via the Eventim platform; the price for the 21 October performance is PLN 10.
Purcell’s Opera in a New Staged Form
Capella Cracoviensis has prepared a staged version of Henry Purcell’s opera “Dido and Aeneas”. The musical layer of the work has been expanded with movement and choreography, so the production goes beyond the traditional form of a concert performance. The show will be presented as part of the “Interakcje” project.
The choreography was prepared by Eryk Makohon, and the musical direction was taken on by Agnieszka Świątkowska. Capella Cracoviensis appears in this production as a performer, combining singing and music with stage movement on one stage.
For the audience, this means the chance to see a work well known in the history of opera in a form where music and dance coexist throughout the entire production, rather than being separate elements of the programme.
Dates and Venue
The show will be presented at Łaźnia Nowa Theatre, os. Szkolne 25 in Kraków. Three dates have been scheduled: two evening performances and one morning performance aimed at younger audiences and children.
The evening performances will begin at 19:00, and the daytime performance at 11:00. The announcement does not give the running time of the production, so it is worth checking the details with the organiser before leaving home.
| Date | Time | Type of Performance |
|---|---|---|
| 19 October 2026 | 19.00 | evening |
| 20 October 2026 | 19.00 | evening |
| 21 October 2026 | 11.00 | with children’s participation, introduction for younger audiences |
Cast
Ilona Szczepańska will sing the role of Dido, and Sebastian Szumski will play Aeneas. The role of Belinda has been entrusted to Magdalena Łukawska, and the character of the Sorceress will be played by Przemysław Józef Bałka.
The cast also includes Michalina Bienkiewicz, Jolanta Kowalska-Pawlikowska and Dominik Czernik. Full details of the performers are available in the announcement and on the Capella Cracoviensis website.
Performance for the Youngest Audiences
The performance on 21 October at 11:00 is a show with children taking part. Before the production, an introduction aimed at younger audiences is planned, intended to prepare the youngest viewers to take in the show.
The morning showtime offers an option for families with children who want to attend a cultural event during the day. However, the announcement does not specify which age group the introduction is designed for.
Important: Tickets for the performances were available through the Eventim platform. For the 21 October performance, the price was given as PLN 10. Due to possible changes in seat availability, it is worth checking the current offer before purchasing.
Organisational Information
The announcement published by Kraków City Hall (UMK) does not indicate any changes to traffic organisation or any transport disruptions connected with the event. It also gives no data on attendance or on additional events accompanying the performances.
Detailed information about the event, including ticket purchases, is published by Capella Cracoviensis on its website. We encourage you to check current announcements before visiting the theatre.
Frequently Asked Questions
The performances will take place at Łaźnia Nowa Theatre, os. Szkolne 25 in Kraków. The dates are 19 and 20 October 2026 at 19:00, and 21 October 2026 at 11:00.
The announcement gives a price of PLN 10 for the 21 October performance. Tickets were available through the Eventim platform. Prices for the other dates were not stated in the source material, so it is worth checking them directly with the box office.
Yes, the morning performance on 21 October is an event with children taking part. An introduction aimed at younger audiences is planned before the performance begins.
Key Facts
- Three performances of “Dido and Aeneas” at Łaźnia Nowa Theatre as part of the “Interakcje” project.
- Performance on 21 October at 11:00 with children taking part, tickets for PLN 10 via the Eventim platform.
Based on information from: krakow.pl
