Minerva Baroque: An Eighteenth-Century Music Room

If you are looking for something to do on the afternoon of 7 May 2026, Minerva Baroque is performing at the Brighton Dome Studio Theatre. The concert begins at 13:00 and is presented as part of the Brighton Festival, organised in partnership with the Brighton Early Music Festival. It is an opportunity to hear a specific programme titled 'An Eighteenth-Century Music Room' within a venue that is a central part of the city's cultural history. The Brighton Dome itself is a Grade 1 listed building, situated about a ten-minute walk from Brighton station, making it relatively straightforward to reach if you are already in the city centre.

The ensemble features Danni O’Neill on soprano, May Robertson on violin, Iain Hall on cello, and Callum Anderson on harpsichord. Together, they have curated a selection of music that aims to recreate the atmosphere of an English music room from the 1700s. The programme includes works by Handel, such as 'Rejoice Greatly' and 'Süsse Stille', alongside Arcangelo Corelli’s Sonata in D major, opus 5 no. 1. You will also hear Thomas Arne’s Sonata in F major for harpsichord, Henry Purcell’s 'Music for a While', and John Playford’s 'Paul’s Steeple'. The performance focuses on these specific compositions to reflect the musical style of that period.

Regarding the practical side of attending, tickets are priced at £15, with a reduced rate of £10 available for those under 30. The event is open to anyone aged 5 and over, although children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. If you are planning to drive to the venue, the NCP Theatre Car Park on Church Street is the closest option for parking. The concert is scheduled to last for a standard duration, fitting into the early afternoon slot of the festival programme. Whether you have an interest in early music or simply want to spend an afternoon in a historic setting, the event provides a clear look at the repertoire of the eighteenth century.