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    Samson et Dalila, Royal Opera House

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    26 May 22 – 19 Jun 22

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    Glyndebourne Festival Opera 2021: extra seats

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    20 May 21 – 29 Aug 21

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    17 Dec 20 – 04 Jan 21

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    15 Nov 19 – 29 Nov 19

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