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We offer daily services and a cultural programme of talks, events and concerts. We seek to be a welcoming space for people to reflect, create and debate
St James’s hosts inclusive services and a cultural programme. We seek to be a welcoming space for people to reflect, create and debate.
St James’s is a place to explore, reflect, pray, and support all who are in need. We are a Church of England parish in the Anglican Communion.
We host a year-round creative programme encompassing music, visual art and spoken word.
We offer hospitality to people going through homelessness and speak out on issues of injustice, especially concerning refugees, asylum, racial justice, and LGBTQ+ issues.
St James’s strives to advocate for earth justice and to develop deeper connections with nature.
We aim to be a place where you can belong. We have a unique history, and the beauty of our building is widely known. Our community commits to faith in action: social and environmental justice; creativity. and the arts
We strive to be a Eucharist-centred, diverse and inclusive Christian community promoting life in abundance, wellbeing and dignity for all.
St James’s Piccadilly has been at the heart of its community since 1684. We invite you to play your part in securing this historic place for generations to come.
The work of St James’s, it costs us £5,000 per day to enable us to keep our doors open to all who need us.
A reimagined St James’s realised. A redesigned garden, courtyard and new building capacity—all fully accessible— will provide beautiful spaces for all as well as improving our environmental performance.
Whether shooting a blockbuster TV series or creating a unique corporate event, every hire at St James’s helps our works within the community.
St James's Church 197 Piccadilly London W1J 9LL
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Tuesday 30 December 6pm
Escape into the world of opera with a selection of beloved arias featuring three incredible soloists in one of London’s finest acoustics.
Celebrate the magic of the festive season with an enchanting evening of passion, drama, and timeless music. Join the exceptional Piccadilly Sinfonietta and some of the UK’s finest operatic voices for a sparkling Christmas concert featuring a glittering selection of the greatest opera arias ever composed—performed in the atmospheric, candlelit setting of St James Church Piccadilly.
This special seasonal concert brings together the warmth of Mozart, the intensity of Puccini and Verdi, and the allure of Bizet and Donizetti in a programme designed to stir the soul and lift the spirit—perfect for a winter’s evening. Let the festive lights of London and the historic charm of this Baroque gem surround you with beauty, music, and celebration.
Nestled in the heart of the city and close to some of London’s finest restaurants and bars, St Mary le Strand is a hidden architectural treasure—a perfect setting for a festive night out.
Featuring Susan Parkes (Soprano) with additional guest artists The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
Programme Highlights “Libiamo!” – La Traviata, Verdi “Voi Che Sapete” – Le Nozze di Figaro, Mozart “Non Più Andrai” – Le Nozze di Figaro, Mozart “Un Aura Amorosa” – Così Fan Tutte, Mozart “La Ci Darem la Mano” – Don Giovanni, Mozart “Una Furtiva Lagrima” – L’Elisir d’Amore, Donizetti “Habañera” – Carmen, Bizet “Au Fond du Temple Saint” – Les Pêcheurs de Perles, Bizet “Un Bel Di” – Madama Butterfly, Puccini “Nessun Dorma” – Turandot, Puccini “Toreador” – Carmen, Bizet
Since its founding in 2017, The Piccadilly Sinfonietta has delighted audiences across the UK, performing over 200 concerts annually in many of the nation’s finest venues. Known for its dazzling soloists and expressive performances, the ensemble brings classical music to life with festive flair and finesse.
