Meet Park House Opera
Robert and Sam Salvoni are proud to be the current custodians of Park House, a charming country house set between Truro and St Clement on the peninsula that was once the ancient Forest of Moresk. Long-time opera lovers, they were eager to back the wonderful Duchy Opera by opening their home as a performance venue.
Our Story
Last year’s staging of Donizetti’s “Elixir of Love” was a great success, and we were thrilled to welcome almost 600 guests to share it with us. Duchy Opera outdid themselves, and it was a privilege to see their superb professional soloists — many in the early stages of promising careers — give such outstanding performances. Our Approach to Opera: Opera has delighted audiences for generations, offering joy, farce, intrigue and every shade of human emotion. Far from the exclusive, high-brow image it often carries today, Park House Opera is dedicated to reviving the spirit of “Opera Buffa” — being entertained and having fun! If you don’t leave whistling the tunes, we’ve failed….
Common Questions
Where does Park House Opera take place?
Performances are held in the grounds of Park House, a small country house set between Truro and St Clement on the peninsula that was once the ancient Forest of Moresk. The full address is Park House, St Clement, Truro, TR1 1SX.
Who takes the stage at Park House Opera?
Park House Opera is presented in partnership with Duchy Opera, who stage the productions. Robert and Sam Salvoni, the custodians of Park House, open their home as the venue.
What style of opera will I hear?
Park House Opera is dedicated to reviving the spirit of “Opera Buffa” — being entertained and having fun. Past productions, such as Donizetti’s The Elixir of Love, have featured professional soloists alongside the Duchy Opera company.
Do I need opera knowledge to enjoy it?
Not in the slightest. The aim is to move away from the exclusive, high-brow impression opera is sometimes given. As the organisers put it, if you don’t leave whistling the tunes, they’ve failed.
How can I book tickets?
Tickets are available through the Book Now page. For any other questions, please get in touch or email [email protected].
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📍 Park House, St Clement, Truro, TR1 1SX
Whether you’re a seasoned opera-goer or simply curious, Park House Opera offers an inviting setting to enjoy live performance in good company. Explore the site to learn more about Duchy Opera, our food and drink, and our sponsors, then head to the Book Now page when you’re ready to join us.