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Scottish Opera Highlights
23 February, 2017 @ 7:30 pm
£12
Each year Scottish Opera takes four singers and a pianist out and about around Scotland, travelling the highways and byways, by land, air and sea, to take a musical mix of opera highlights to some of the country’s smaller and more remote venues.
Come February, they’ll be packing their van full of props and costumes to bring you an entertaining evening of music and good company. Whether you’re new to opera or a seasoned fan, there’s sure to be something for you, be it a tune you’re discovering for the first time or an old favourite you’ll be humming all the way home.
This year’s cast is full of fresh new talent, including two Scottish Opera Emerging Artists and two recent graduates of the National Opera Studio. Former Emerging Artist repetiteur Jonathon Swinard returns to the piano and current Emerging Artist director Jim Manganello is at the helm.
Join them as they set off on an unforgettable journey featuring music by Mozart, Handel, Puccini, Gilbert & Sullivan and many more.
“Even my non-opera-loving husband enjoyed the evening! It was a treat for those of us who live so far away from large theatres to appreciate such a well-produced evening.’ Audience member, 2016
What is Opera Highlights?
Opera Highlights is ‘opera cabaret’ – a tour of operatic excerpts sung by four singers with piano accompaniment. It is a very informal and relaxed show, with plenty of humour involved. The show is staged very simply, with only some props and costumes, allowing the singers the freedom to perform more varied music.
Who will enjoy Opera Highlights?
Opera Highlights will appeal to anyone with an interest in music. The repertoire is very varied and contains something for all tastes. The show will appeal particularly to music lovers and previous Scottish Opera attenders but is also a superb introduction to opera for those who have not attended before.
Age Guide
The production should be suitable for all ages but we suggest an age guide of 8+. There are no scenes that are unsuitable for younger children but they may not have the attention span to sit quietly through the performance. If there are any changes we will contact you nearer the production.
Running time 2hrs approximately (including interval)