About Ex Cathedra 2025/26: Bach Christmas Oratorio

Age  Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult 18+

Running time  Apr 3hrs

From the moment it bursts into life in a blaze of virtuosic Baroque trumpets, drums, winds and strings, Bach’s Christmas Oratorio fizzes with energy. This performance of all six cantatas is the perfect way to start your festive season, fortified by the infectious joy of Bach’s brilliance.

Ex Cathedra is a B:Music Associate Artist.

See the full Ex Cathedra 2025/26 Season

Booking Info

Ticket commission

*Events may carry a £1 - £5 ticket commission; charged per ticket. This is charged when you book through B:Music’s Box Office – online, by phone or in person. Any advertised prices will include any per-ticket fee that may apply.

Wheelchair Users and Disabled Patrons

If you require a wheelchair position (subject to availability) please call the Box Office on 0121 289 6343.

A range of tickets and services are available under our Access Scheme. To find out more, or to join the Access Scheme, email boxoffice@bmusic.co.uk or call us on 0121 289 6343.

Running Times

Our performance running times are usually confirmed close to the show. Where available we'll post the times as soon as we can get them, so check back about a week before for updates. Performance running times are approximate and subject to change.

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Getting here

  • Town Hall
    Victoria Square
    Birmingham
    B3 3DQ
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