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Welcome to
Somerset Opera

Somerset Opera's production of
EUGENE ONEGIN
needs you!

Music rehearsals will commence on
Thursday 26th April at 7:30 p.m.

at Archbishop Cranmer School, Taunton
see 'Maps' for directions

Floor Rehearsal Schedule to be posted soon

 

The production will be lead by a quartet of young soloists and we're looking for any singers - especially those between 18-30 years - who would like to be involved in the chorus. According to Pushkin, who wrote the poem on which this story is based, Onegin is only 23 when he lectures Tatyana on his reasons for rejecting her. The story is a passionate one, including the ultimate love letter scene, a duel between friends and a tragic figure who travels the world looking for meaning in life. The show will be directed by Sebastian Petit and the Music Director will be Chris Ball.

 

Please contact Chris by clicking here if you'd like to know more

 

Cast list for THE GONDOLIERS posted - see 'Forthcoming Productions'


PERFORMANCES
Friday 9th March - Winsford - 7:30 pm
Saturday 10th March - Milverton - 7:30 pm
Wednesday 14th March - Haselbury Plucknett - 7-30 pm
Friday 16th March - Nether Stowey - 7:30 pm
Saturday 17th March - North Curry - 7:30 pm
Thursday 22nd March - Halse - 7:30 pm
Friday 23rd March - Minehead - 7:30 pm
Saturday 24th March - Kingston St Mary - 7:30 pm
Sunday 25th March - King's College, Taunton (matinee with afternoon tea) - 2:30 pm


For booking at any of the above venues, please see contact details on the
'Forthcoming Productions' page

Updated rehearsal schedule, floor rehearsal summary and schedules
for THE GONDOLIERS posted

For details of a 2012 Masterclass with Donald Maxwell and
Tchaikovsky's EUGENE ONEGIN
please follow the link to 'Forthcoming Productions'.

To read a review of LA TRAVIATA by John Cole, follow the link to 'Reviews'
To view a video clip from the production of LA TRAVIATA click here
For an annotated libretto of THE GONDOLIERS click here

Somerset Opera has a policy of casting roles within the society if we can. But we run open auditions and welcome new members from Somerset and beyond, so please get in touch - we'd be delighted to hear you. For budding and seasoned professionals, we welcome your CVs but would only be able to pay more than basic expenses in exceptional circumstances. Our main opera production each year is invariably performed in full costume, with orchestra. If you are looking to perform a particular role in a friendly environment, whilst striving for the highest possible standard, please do get in touch. We can generally arrange accommodation for those travelling from distance.

When auditioning please bring a prepared piece to sing.

For music of the week see the bottom of this page (updates weekly) 

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MUSIC OF THE WEEK

Opera excerpt of the week
"Mes amis, écoutez l'histoire" from Le Postillon de Lonjumeau (Adam)

 

Operetta excerpt of the week
"What's the use" from Candide (Bernstein)

 

Musical Comedy excerpt of the week
"Deep down inside" from Little Me (Coleman)

Ballet excerpt of the week
"Intermezzo"from La Source (Delibes)

 

 

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Patron: Donald Maxwell             President: Lord Skelmersdale