On sale to Scottish Opera Supporters Thu 8 May, 11am
On sale to Friends Thu 15 May, 11am
On general sale Thu 22 May, 11am
Evenings 7.15pm | Matinee 3pm
Running time Approx 2 hours and 20 mins including interval
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La bohème
Puccini's La bohème stands as one of the world's most celebrated and frequently performed operas. This heartbreaking masterpiece, brought to life through Puccini's enchanting score, continues to captivate loyal enthusiasts while drawing in a new generation of opera-goers.
In Barbe & Doucet’s colourful production set in 1920s Paris, four struggling bohemians' lives are changed when they meet a seamstress called Mimì. A blossoming romance becomes short-lived when they discover that Mimì is ill. Struggling to survive in the lavish yet unforgiving city, these charismatic characters are met with the harsh realities of poverty and fortune.
A first-rate cast brings this tender, tragic, yet life-affirming story to life. Hye-Youn Lee plays Mimì. She is joined by ‘born bel canto tenor’ (New York Times) Mario Chang in his Scottish Opera debut, Roland Wood, Rhian Lois, Callum Thorpe, Edward Jowle, and Jamie MacDougall.
Language:
Sung in Italian with English supertitles
Running time:
Approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes including a 20-minute interval
Revival of the 2017 co-production with Theatre St Gallen
Proudly supported by The Scottish Opera Syndicate
Tickets from £23.75*
Dates
Priority booking: Thursday 8 May 11am
General sale: Thursday 22 May 11am
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Fri 14 Nov 7:15 PM
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Sun 16 Nov 3:00 PM ADTT
Audio Description Available
An additional audio track for audiences with sight loss, explaining what’s happening on screen or on stage during gaps in the dialogue and sound effects.
Touch Tour Available
For audiences with sight loss, an opportunity to explore the performance space and handle selected props, costumes and furniture before the event starts.
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Tue 18 Nov 7:15 PM
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Thu 20 Nov 7:15 PM
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Sat 22 Nov 7:15 PM
Cast and Creatives
Creatives:
Conductor
Stuart Stratford & Toby Hession
Stage Direction, Sets & Costumes
Barbe & Doucet
Lighting Designer
Guy Simard
The Orchestra of Scottish Opera
The Chorus of La bohème
Cast:
Mimì
Hye-Youn Lee
Rodolfo
Mario Chang
Marcello
Roland Wood
Musetta
Rhian Lois
Colline
Callum Thorpe
Schaunard
Edward Jowle
Alcindoro / Benoît
Jamie MacDougall
Discounts
Friends 10% off full price tickets booked before 22 May. After 22 May, £3 off.
Scottish Opera Supporters 10% off full price tickets booked before 22 May.
Concessions £3 off
Groups (8+): £6 off Stalls and Dress
Please note groups cannot be booked online. If you wish to book a Group, please contact our dedicated Groups email, groups@capitaltheatres.com, or phone on 0131 529 6005.
£15 tickets available in advance for Under 26/Young Scot card holders/ full time students/ unwaged. Must bring valid ID. Excludes top 2 price bands.
School Groups (10+): £15
Includes 1 free teacher ticket with every 10 students.
Please note groups cannot be booked online. If you wish to book a Group, please contact our dedicated Groups email, groups@capitaltheatres.com, or phone on 0131 529 6005.
Access Access users can choose to receive 50% off the price of their ticket, and 50% off essential companion tickets, subject to availability.
For more information: Access at Capital Theatres
All discounts are subject to availability
Access
Capital Theatres aims to be accessible to all.
We are committed to making your visit to our theatres as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. All of our Front of House staff undergo disability awareness training and Dementia Friend Training and will be pleased to assist you should you require any information or help.
Complete our Access Form to book access discounts online. Access users can choose to receive 50% off the price of their ticket, and 50% off essential companion tickets, subject to availability.
More information about our venues and access at Capital Theatres
Access Performances
Audio Description
- Sun 16 Nov 2025, 3pm
- Fri 21 Nov 2025, 3pm
Touch Tour
- Sun 16 Nov 2025, 1.45pm
- Meet in the foyer
- Free tea and coffee provided
To book Touch Tours, please phone us on 0131 529 6000 (open Mon-Sat, 11am-3pm) or email bookings@capitaltheatres.com. (not available online)
Access La bohème
With Dementia Friendly values at their core, these shortened performances of La bohème are open to all. Performed by cast and full orchestra, they also feature a presenter to introduce the story, characters and music from the opera. There are wheelchair spaces and extra staff on hand to help. There is also a smaller capacity to allow everyone space, and brighter lighting levels in the auditorium, giving you the flexibility and freedom to move about as required.
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