KÁTYA KABANOVÁ 2019 Glasgow Wed 13 Mar, 6pm Edinburgh Fri 22 Mar, 6pm
THE MAGIC FLUTE 2019 Glasgow Thu 9 May, 6pm Inverness Fri 24 May, 6pm Aberdeen Fri 31 May, 6pm Edinburgh Thu 6 Jun, 6pm
Whether you’re new to opera or an old hand, you can find out more at Opera Unwrapped – an hour-long taster that gives an insight into our shows and how they are created.
Presented from the stage at each of our four main venues (in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Inverness and Aberdeen), our Unwrapped events involve singers, back-stage crew and The Orchestra of Scottish Opera.
You’ll hear highlights from the music and find out more about the props, costumes, lighting and direction, as well as some back-stage secrets.
Tickets are just £5 - come along and find out more!
Presenter Allan Dunn
Theatre Royal Glasgow 0844 871 7647 Festival Theatre Edinburgh 0131 529 6000 His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen 01224 641 122 Eden Court, Inverness 01463 234 234
RIGOLETTO2018 Glasgow Sat 27 Oct 6pm Aberdeen Sat 3 Nov 6pm Edinburgh Sat 17 Nov 6pm Inverness Sat 24 Nov 6pm
ANTHROPOCENE2019 Glasgow Sat 26 Jan 6pm Edinburgh Sat 2 Feb 6pm
KÁTYA KABANOVÁ 2019 Glasgow Sat 16 Mar 6pm Edinburgh Sat 23 Mar 6pm
THE MAGIC FLUTE2019 Glasgow Sat 18 May 6pm Inverness Sat 25 May 6pm Aberdeen Sat 1 Jun 6pm Edinburgh Sat 15 Jun 6pm
Want to know more about the opera you’re going to see? Look out for a performance with a Pre-show Talk. These free half-hour talks delve deeper into the opera, enhancing your enjoyment and extending your knowledge.
Tickets are free but should be reserved by calling the box officeat your chosen venue. Limited availability.
Theatre Royal Glasgow 0844 871 7647 Festival Theatre Edinburgh 0131 529 6000 His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen 01224 641 122 Eden Court, Inverness 01463 234 234
Touch Tours start at 6pm for evening performances and 2.45pm for Sunday matinees.
PAGLIACCI 2018 Paisley Sun 29 Jul 3pm (Pre-show introduction 2pm)
RIGOLETTO 2018 Glasgow Sat 27 Oct 7.15pm Aberdeen Sat 3 Nov 7.15pm Edinburgh Sun 11 Nov 3pm Inverness Sat 24 Nov 7.15pm
ANTHROPOCENE 2019 Glasgow Sat 26 Jan 7.15pm Edinburgh Sat 2 Feb 7.15pm
KÁTYA KABANOVÁ 2019 Glasgow Sat 16 Mar 7.15pm Edinburgh Sat 23 Mar 7.15pm
THE MAGIC FLUTE 2019 Glasgow Sun 12 May 3pm Inverness Sat 25 May 7.15pm Aberdeen Sat 1 Jun 7.15pm Edinburgh Sun 9 Jun 3pm
Opera: music, costumes, set. We want you to experience it all.
Mention opera and most people think of singing and music, but this is only part of the overall experience. What about scenery, costumes, lighting, direction and choreography? Audio-description helps visually-impaired patrons enjoy the opera experience with a live commentary that describes the action on stage without compromising the music.
As part of the experience, we include:
A free introductory CD, sent out in advance of the performance.
A free Touch Tour of the set, costumes and props before the show.
An audio introduction 15 minutes before the start of the performance.
If you or someone you know is interested in booking for an audio-described performance, please make this clear when you contact the box office at your chosen theatre. Discounted tickets are available. Tickets for audio-described performances and Touch Tours must be booked at least two weeks in advance. Guide dogs are welcome.
Please note: tickets for audio-described performances at Theatre Royal Glasgow should be booked through their Groups Department at the number below.
Theatre Royal Glasgow 0800 912 6971 Festival Theatre Edinburgh 0131 529 6000 His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen 01224 641 122 Eden Court, Inverness 01463 234 234
We are always looking for new audio describers to join our dedicated team. If you have some time to spare and would like to find out what is involved, please email Iona Jack
DEMENTIA FRIENDLY PERFORMANCES
THE MAGIC FLUTE 2019 Glasgow Thu 16 May 3pm Edinburgh Fri 7 Jun 3pm
These specially created performances are fully-staged, and performed by a narrator, The Orchestra of Scottish Opera, and a wonderful cast of singers. Audiences are lead through the story, and hear some of the best-loved music from the opera. Lighting levels in the auditorium are brighter, and people are able to come in and out of the auditorium during the performance and see the show in the bar on TV screens.
Groups welcome – call your local box office to book.
Presenter Allan Dunn
Supported by: Miss E.C. Hendry's Charitable Trust
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