Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
Bach: St John Passion
Polyphony

Stephen Layton “…one of the world’s finest interpreters of choral music…” (Classic FM Magazine) has once again drawn together an outstanding team of soloists for his annual St John Passion with the OAE: Neal Davies as Jesus, with Lydia Teuscher (soprano), Iestyn Davies (alto), Archie Inns (tenor), and James Atkinson (bass). Book early – not to be missed.
“this galvanising performance of the St John Passion…the first “Herr” came in with the force of a bolt of lightning” The Arts Desk.
Smith Square Hall
Fri, 3 April 2026
Smith Square Hall, London
2:30pm
£35 - £75
Full Event Details
Polyphony & the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment return to Smith Square Hall for their annual performance of Bach's St John Passion.
Stephen Layton “…one of the world’s finest interpreters of choral music…” (Classic FM Magazine) has once again drawn together an outstanding team of soloists for his annual St John Passion with the OAE: Neal Davies as Jesus, with Lydia Teuscher (soprano), Iestyn Davies (alto), Archie Inns (tenor), and James Atkinson (bass). Book early – not to be missed.
“this galvanising performance of the St John Passion…the first “Herr” came in with the force of a bolt of lightning” The Arts Desk.
Venue Details & Map
Location
Smith Square Hall, London
15b Smith Square, London SW1P 3HT
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