Toll Gavel United Church

THE HISTORY OF OPERA (ABRIDGED) PRESENTED BY OPERA BOX

Opera Box will be performing The History of Opera (Abridged) at the Toll Gavel United Church, Beverley on Thursday 16 February at 7.30pm.  

In his own inimitable style Brendan Wheatley and his guests will take you on a whistle stop tour of 400 years of opera.

What is a castrato?

Which composer died of a conducting accident?

Why are basses taller than tenors?

Why was Bizet’s opera Carmen a flop?

This informative and fun evening is perfect for newcomers to opera and regulars alike. Brendan will be joined by his wife, soprano Bridgett Gill and a guest artist. As always there will be lots of live music accompanied by piano, to demonstrate the ever changing styles in this wonderful art form.  Brendan and Bridgett have devoted a lifetime to opera, both as singers and in running their own successful touring companies, Opera Box and Swansea City Opera. They look forward to sharing their joy in opera with you.

 

Tickets cost Adults £12, Concessions £10 and are available from Beverley Tourist Information Office (01482) 391672

 

Events

P.arts February Half Term Workshops

 

MOD ROCK SCULPTURE

Wednesday 22 February

 

In this workshop you will get the opportunity to create your own mini sculpture out of wire and plaster (mod-rock). The sculptures will be about 30cms high, so they can be taken home easily.

 

The day will start the by looking at other sculptors work, getting some inspiration then you will be able to make wire armatures, and after lunch cover them in plaster. At the end of the afternoon you will have the opportunity to paint your sculpture and then create a mini exhibition

for friends and family to see.

 

 

Join in the dance sensation that is Street Dance!

Monday 20 February

 

You've seen it on TV and the big screen and now it’s your chance to learn the moves of Diversity and Flawless. Join Samantha for a full on day of fun and creativity as you move to the beat to some of the hippest street dance around. No experience necessary, just desire to join in the energy that will make this day to remember.

 

 

Workshops are suitable for young people aged 8 years upwards, they run from 10.30am to 3pm

 

Tickets £7 per day Please bring a packed lunch

 

To book a place call 01482 392706 / 392699 or Book Online at www.eastriding.gov.uk/events

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you would like an event listing on this page please send an email to events@tollgavelchurch.org.uk

 

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