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
TOSCA 2019 Glasgow Thu 24 Oct 3pm Aberdeen Fri 1 Nov 3pm Edinburgh Tue 19 Nov 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: Cruach Trust, Forte Charitable Trust, Miss E.C. Hendry's Charitable Trust Murdoch Forrest Charitable Trust and Sylvia Aitken Charitable Trust.
Dementia Friendly performances at Scottish Opera
PRE-SHOW TALKS
THE MAGIC FLUTE2019 Inverness Sat 25 May 6pm Aberdeen Sat 1 Jun 6pm Edinburgh Sat 15 Jun 6pm
TOSCA 2019 Glasgow Sat 26 Oct 6pm Aberdeen Sat 2 Nov 6pm Inverness Sat 9 Nov 6pm Edinburgh Sat 23 Nov 6pm
NIXON IN CHINA 2020 Glasgow Sat 22 Feb 6pm Edinburgh Sat 29 Feb 6pm
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM 2020 Edinburgh Sat 4 Apr 6pm Glasgow Sat 25 Apr 6pm
THE GONDOLIERS 2020 Glasgow Sat 23 May 6pm Aberdeen Sat 30 May 6pm Inverness Sat 6 Jun 6pm Edinburgh Sat 13 Jun 6pm London Sat 18 Jul 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 office at 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 Hackney Empire, London 020 8985 2424
Touch Tours start at 6pm for evening performances and 1.45pm for Sunday matinees (1.15pm for The Gondoliers on 13 June).
THE MAGIC FLUTE 2019 Inverness Sat 25 May 7.15pm Aberdeen Sat 1 Jun 7.15pm Edinburgh Sun 9 Jun 3pm
BREAKING THE WAVES 2019 Edinburgh Fri 23 Aug 7.15pm
TOSCA 2019 Glasgow Sat 26 Oct 7.15pm Aberdeen Sat 2 Nov 7.15pm Inverness Sat 9 Nov 7.15pm Edinburgh Sun 17 Nov 3pm
NIXON IN CHINA 2020 Glasgow Sat 22 Feb 7.15pm Edinburgh Sat 29 Feb 7.15pm
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM 2020 Edinburgh Sat 4 Apr 7.15pm Glasgow Sat 25 Apr 7.15pm
THE GONDOLIERS 2020 Glasgow Sat 23 May 7.15pm Aberdeen Sat 30 May 7.15pm Inverness Sat 6 Jun 7.15pm Edinburgh Sat 13 Jun 2.30pm
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 contact the team using the form below.
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