Manchester Camerata
Nicholas Chalmers conductor
Nevill Holt Opera choir
George Frideric Handel Messiah
This concert takes place at The Monastery, Gorton.
Start your festivities with this most beloved of masterpieces. Performed by candlelight in the epic setting of the Great Nave of The Monastery, Manchester Camerata are teaming up with the award-winning Nevill Holt Opera to perform a Messiah not to be missed.
Dating back to 1742 the power and beauty of Handel’s rousing ‘Hallelujah’ chorus and ‘For unto us a child is born’ will engulf the incredible natural acoustics of The Great Nave. The performance will transport us back in time away from modern distractions to allow for a moment of stillness, rejuvenation and joy before the holiday period.
How to get to The Monastery
There is ample free parking and bike racks at the venue. If you are travelling on public transport, The Monastery is situated between Belle Vue, Ashburys and Gorton train stations and is also on the 205, 230 and 231 bus routes.
For sat navs use: The Monastery, 89 Gorton Lane, Manchester, M12 5WF
Travel & Dining

Travel & Parking
Plan your journey to The Bridgewater Hall.

Eating & Drinking
Make your concert experience extra special by upgrading to The Lounge (selected concerts only) or booking pre-concert dining.