Trial By Jury & The Zoo Tickets

Trial By Jury & The Zoo in London

A wildly entertaining double-bill of opera awaits you at the London Coliseum, a short walk from Trafalgar Square. Expect hilarity, an unexpected and heaps of chaos from Trial By Jury & The Zoo and experience a rare glimpse of Sullivan’s early work alongside a piece from one of opera’s most legendary partnerships for a limited time. Secure your tickets today!

What Is Trial By Jury & The Zoo About?

The Zoo follows two young lovers who ultimately become engaged. Set in the gardens of a zoo, Thomas is concerned that Eliza, a refreshment seller, only cares about his money. Duke of Islington, a nobleman, is also in love with Eliza and, to win her affections, disguises himself as an ordinary man who works at the zoo. It’s a story of hidden identities, secret marriages and mischievous mix-ups that will have you laughing out loud.

Trial by Jury takes us to the courtroom, where Angelina is suing her former fiancé, Edwin, for breach of promise. What unfolds in this one-act opera is chaos, joyous absurdity, and an unexpected twist as the jury is easily swayed by emotion rather than the facts of the case. Trial by Jury is ultimately a sharp, humnourous satire of the legal system.

The History of Trial By Jury & The Zoo

The Zoo is an opera by Gilbert and Rowe that made its premiere at the St James’s Theatre in London in 1875, before concluding its run at the Haymarket Theatre after a five-week run. There have been revivals of the piece in 1875 and 1879. The last time it was fully staged in London was at the Finborough Theatre in 2007.

Trial By Jury is an opera by Gilbert and Sullivan, one of opera’s most legendary partnerships. It initially ran for 131 performances in London, where it made its debut. After its original production in 1875, it has been revived multiple times. This will be the first time this production is staged at the ENO.

Trial By Jury & The Zoo Cast and Creative Team

The cast for Trial By Jury:

• The Learned Judge – Neal Davies
• The Plaintiff (Angelina) – Mary Bevan
• The Defendant (Edwin) – Robert Murray
• Counsel for the Plaintiff – Henry Neill
• Usher – Alaric Green

The cast for The Zoo:

• Laetitia Grinder – Mary Bevan
• Aesculapius – Robert Murray
• Eliza Smith – Madeleine Shaw
• Thomas Brown – Alex Otterburn
• Mr Grinder – Jonathan Lemalu

Olivier Award winner Peter Whelan conducts both pieces. John Savournin directs, and the set and costume design is by takis.

Trial by Jury & The Zoo Tickets at London Coliseum 

Enjoy some comedic relief with a trip to see this operatic double-bill in the heart of London in 2027. The Trial by Jury & The Zoo are two sparky early works by Arthur Sullivan, jam-packed with wit, charm, and quick-fire humour. Book your tickets today!