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Concerts / Performances
Concerts / Performances
What is it?
A concert or performance is the practice of a show being presented by skilled professionals for the enjoyment of the audience. The specifics can vary greatly, but it generally covers more large scale and elaborate performances.
What does it involve?
A performance can involve pretty much anything, but the term "concert" usually refers to a specifically musical production. Although some include audience participation, most performances involve just sitting back and appreciating the show that has been put on to entertain you; from local theatre to a concert from a chart topping band, it's there for your enjoyment!
Why do it and what are the benefits?
Watching someone else perform can often motivate the viewer into their own activities, whether it's returning to a previously learnt skill or pursuing something new. Students can benefit greatly from seeing a talent performed at an accomplished level; it gives them a realistic and attainable target of what they could achieve instead of a vague idea of success in the distant future.
What equipment do we need?
You shouldn't need to provide any equipment for attending a performance other than the entry fee/ticket.
Who is it suitable for?
You can find a concert/performance that is suitable for anybody!
Costs?
The costs will vary greatly depending on the venue of the performance and the fame of the performers.
Issues/Things to think about? (unsuitable for age groups, medical conditions etc)
Although people of any age can enjoy a performance, you must make sure it's tailored to the needs of the group; for example, those of primary school age won't enjoy Shakespeare as much as older students might!
How do we include?
Attending a concert or performance is a pretty good way to include the entirety of your student group, as it normally just involves sitting still and enjoying what's in front of you! Those with mental disabilities or sight/hearing difficulties are often catered for, so check with each individual venue to see what they are set up for.
Doing it abroad?
Performances and concerts are held all around the world, so there should always be something to attend wherever you travel. Foreign countries will also have varying skills and styles to what you can find in the UK, so productions abroad will be a lesson in local culture as well as enjoyable to watch!
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Check out individual venue websites to see what sort of performances and concerts they have on.
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Discover the iconic open-air Globe Theatre in our annual April-October season combining Shakespeare classics, as they were meant to be seen, with plays by the most gifted new writers.
Alongside the Globe season, the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse candles shine all year round on a host of thrilling productions and music events from international and multitalented performers.
English National Opera is one of the world’s most innovative and accessible opera companies with an international reputation for distinctive, contemporary and highly theatrical productions.
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That magical musical atmosphere that has been lost and forgotten in today's digital age.
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An important collection of early keyboard instruments including clavichords, chamber organs and early pianos housed in a restored Georgian concert hall, built in 1762 by Robert Mylne to a unique oval plan. Paintings, textiles and tapestries are also exhibited. Musical events are held throughout the year.
ECA is a vibrant and creative community of students and academics: a place of experimentation, exploration, intellectual stimulation and exciting collaborations.
Oriel Wrecsam is the premier venue for Contemporary Visual and Applied Arts in North East Wales. We are in the process of developing a clearer strategy for the arts in Wrexham.
The Cowdray Hall is one of city's most popular concert venues accentuated by superb acoustics. It is regularly hired by cultural organisations and features a busy programme of concerts and recitals. It hosts the popular Lunchbreak Concert series run in association with the University of Aberdeen and is home to Aberdeen Chamber Music Concerts season.
Stuart House is a late medieval town house restored by the Stuart House Trust as an arts and heritage centre.
The garden to the rear of the House has been laid out as a 17th century Gentleman's Garden.
The House is used for arts and crafts exhibitions and sales, refreshments, lectures, music recitals and heritage exhibitions.
The Barber Institute of Fine Arts is housed in one of Birmingham’s finest Art Deco buildings, purpose built and opened by Queen Mary in 1939.
Formerly a Norwegian Seamen’s church, this is one of Cardiff’s most iconic buildings, dating back to the industrial revolution, when Cardiff Docks was the world's greatest exporter of coal.
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The Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, the National Conservatoire of Wales, and part of the University of South Wales Group, competes alongside an international peer group of conservatoires and specialist arts colleges for the best students globally, enabling students to enter and influence the world of music, theatre and related professions.
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With over 30 years’ experience, Club Europe are industry leaders in group travel for both UK and international students.
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The Spring Arts and Heritage Centre programme theatre, music, cinema, visual arts and workshops for all ages. We also have a museum, cafe / shop and craft cabinet.
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