Wild Arts | Handel Messiah

Following sold out performances in 2023 and 2024, Wild Arts returns to Chichester Cathedral this December with their trademark fresh and innovative approach to Handel's legendary oratorio.

Event details

Tickets
£65 | £45 | £35 | £15
Date
Tuesday 16 December 2025, 19:00
Venue
Chichester Cathedral
Category
Concerts, Music
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Handel’s Messiah

Performing the entire piece from memory, the singers bring music and story to life, with staging devised by theatre and opera director Tom Morris (Breaking the Waves, Dr Semmelweis, War Horse). The musicians of the Wild Arts Ensemble, playing period instruments, are directed by Wild Arts’ Artistic Director Orlando Jopling in this enthralling and moving production that has received standing ovations across the country.

Sofia Kirwan-Baez & Joanna Songi soprano
Martha Jones & Kate Symonds-Joy mezzo
Guy Elliott & Harry Jacques tenor
Timothy Nelson baritone
Edward Hawkins bass

Wild Arts Ensemble 
Orlando Jopling director / harpsichord

You are welcome to arrive from 6.15pm, and the performance will start at 7pm. The performance will last approx. 2 hours 30 minutes including interval.
A bar will be open to serve pre-concert and interval drinks.

Please note that Chichester Cathedral is not responsible for the Box Office for this event. For ticketing queries, please contact info@wildarts.org.uk 

FAQs

What facilities are at the Cathedral?
  • Toilet facilities are available in the Cathedral (including an accessible toilet with changing facilities).
  • Ramps throughout the Cathedral allow step-free access.
  • A bar will be available in the Cathedral serving pre-concert and interval drinks
  • Food and drink is also available for eat-in or takeaway from Cloisters Kitchen & Garden (open daily from 9.00am - 5.00pm).
How do I get to the Cathedral?
  • The Cathedral is in the heart of Chichester, close to the Market Cross, the centrepoint of the City’s main pedestrianised shopping streets. The Cathedral’s postcode is PO19 1RP.
  • By car, approach from the M27 (A27) and turn northwards at one of the bypass roundabouts following signs for the city centre. Visitors arriving by car should aim for one of the many public car parks around the City.
  • The Cathedral is less than a 10 minute walk from Chichester’s Train Station, and is opposite a bus stop.
Is the Cathedral accessible?
General Access

Level access into the Cathedral is available through the South West Door, which is marked 40 on the Cathedral Plan.

Within the Cathedral and the Cathedral precincts there are ramps for easy level access. The Cathedral has three wheelchairs which may be used, free of charge, on a first-come first-served basis. 

Toilets

Toilet facilities are available in the North Transept opposite the Treasury(including an accessible toilet with changing facilities).

Parking

There are a limited number of Accessible parking spaces situated on the approach to the Cathedral via West Street. These spaces can be used free of charge provided the vehicle is displaying a blue badge. 

For further information on Accessible parking in Chichester please click here.

Dogs

Only Guide, Therapy and Assistance Dogs are welcome in the Cathedral for events.

If you are planning a visit to the Cathedral and have any questions regarding access please contact us, 01243 782595 or info@chichestercathedral.org.uk

Can you help with my ticket?

Please note that Chichester Cathedral is not responsible for the Box Office for this event. For ticketing queries, please contact info@wildarts.org.uk