The Dunedin Consort Guide to Opera

Specially created for primary school children

Each video in this weekly series will introduce children to a different element of opera. From staging and costumes to conducting and composing, through to the backstage team — join us as we look at the many different elements that make up an opera. This series will include contributions from a range of special guests, including the composer Errollyn Wallen, director Frederic Wake-Walker, choreographer Ricardo Barros, writer Wesley Stace, conductor Holly Mathieson, baritone Matthew Brook and Scottish Opera’s Head of Costumes Lorna Price.

The Dunedin Consort Guide to Opera • Episode 6

The Dunedin Consort Guide to Opera • Episode 5

The Dunedin Consort Guide to Opera • Episode 4

The Dunedin Consort Guide to Opera • Episode 3

The Dunedin Consort Guide to Opera • Episode 2

The Dunedin Consort Guide to Opera • Episode 1

The Dunedin Consort Guide to Opera • Trailer

A six-part series exploring the history of opera. It’s intended for primary-school-aged children, but it’s sure to be informative and fun for the whole family!

10 Feb 2021

What is it?:
The Background
17 Feb 2021
What’s it all about?:
The Story

17 Feb 2021
24 Feb 2021

What can you hear?:
The Music
3 Mar 2021
What can you see?:
The Stage

3 Mar 2021
10 Mar 2021

What does it feel like?:
Movement & Gesture
17 Mar 2021
What can’t you see?:
Behind the Scenes

17 Mar 2021

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