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Theatre, and we have always been struck by the warmth

and enthusiasm we encounter in Sheffield.

The city’s thriving cultural scene makes it an ideal base for

touring our work across the country, and we are looking
forward to getting to know the people of Sheffield better,

with plans for a community opera in 2026 and long-term

partnerships with arts, community and educational

organisations.

We are very grateful for the time and energy of all the
theatres, government bodies, businesses and local

institutions that took part in this process. With Opera North

touring from Leeds, and English National Opera’s new base

in Greater Manchester, we are excited about the possibilities

to grow the audience for this thrilling and multi-faceted

artform across the North of England and beyond.”

Councillor Martin Smith, Chair of the Economic Skills and

Development Committee at Sheffield City Council, said:

“Sheffield is a city of culture and creativity. We have a

vibrant music and arts scene, our grassroots offer is

exceptional and we also have nationally acclaimed venues

and institutions within our culture sector.

“Outside of London, we have the largest regional theatre

district and earlier this year we hosted the MOBO

Awards. There is so much going on in the city in the way of

arts and creativity and we are delighted that English

Touring Opera will be part of this going forward.