Cork Opera House reveals line-up for 10th anniversary Christmas concerts

The Cork Opera House Christmas concert will return this December, bringing festive cheer to audiences with two evenings of seasonal classics.

This year’s concert promises to be an extraordinary celebration of talent, with a stellar line up accompanied by the renowned Cork Opera House Concert Orchestra, under the baton of conductor, John O’Brien.

Performing over the two nights on December 16 and 17 are, soprano Majella Cullagh, songwriter and musician Niall McCabe, tenor Ross Scanlon, jazz legend Karen Underwood, and Precious Abimbola, who recently starred in the Cork Opera House's Summer Revels.

These performers will be joined by MC, Declan Wolfe, as they bring their unique voices and styles to some of the most cherished songs of the season.

This year's shows are the tenth anniversary since CEO Eibhlín Gleeson and Mr O'Brien introduced the popular concert in 2014.

Speaking ahead of the concerts, Ms Gleeson said: “It is both our busiest and favourite time of year at Cork Opera House and once again it is a huge pleasure to share Christmas with our patrons through our beloved Christmas Concert.

“It’s a concert where we get to showcase some of the amazing artists that we work alongside throughout the year, with a special festive feeling.

“From national and internationally known artists, to young emerging talents from Cork, it’s an evening filled with magic and Christmas wonder.

“We would also like to give a warm welcome to our new sponsors for the concerts, The Pavillion Ballygarvan.” 

In addition to the star-studded line-up, Indie Choir will join the Glasheen Girls School Choir and the Cork Garda Male Voice Choir as special guests for the concerts.

Tickets for both concerts are on sale now at Cork Opera House box office and online at www.corkoperahouse.ie.