The Flying Dutchman

Welsh National Opera Presents a Haunting Tale of Love and Redemption at Sea

Experience a gripping story of lost souls bound by the endless ocean in this dramatic reimagining of a legendary cursed captain doomed to sail forever. His fate rests on the hope of true love—Senta, a young woman captivated by his tale, who becomes his only chance for salvation.

Set against the stunning backdrop of the Welsh coast, the sea itself acts as both prison and muse in this evocative production. Wagner’s powerful score—from the thunderous overture to haunting arias—brings the ocean’s vastness and emotional depth to life, drawing the audience into a world of loneliness, longing, and fragile human connection.

Performed in German with English and Welsh surtitles, this production runs approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes, including one interval. Showtimes: Thursday at 7:30 pm and Sunday at 4:00 pm.

Don’t miss this mesmerizing opera where love and fate collide on the high seas.

Venue: Wales Millennium Centre