A hilarious introduction to the world of opera for children, Mr Punch at The Opera premieres this summer
From The Opera Makers, this delightful and preposterous show is an interactive, pantomime-style adaptation of Pergolesi’s Renaissance opera La Serva Padrona, and is a fun (and short) way for children and families to access classical opera this summer.Mr Punch at The Opera explores all the ways puppets and opera singers can interact – as the heroine of the piece takes control of her story and her lazy boss Hubert, and lays siege to the mischievous Mr Punch’s theatre. For its time, La Serva Padrona was a progressive, feminist show with a feisty leading lady, and Mr Punch at The Opera takes this further, using an outdated narrative to red-flag representations of women in theatre and literature then - and now - turning the traditional anti-women idea of Punch & Judy on its head.
This comic hoot of a show features beautiful singing and live instrumentation that children may not have experienced before. Mr Punch at The Opera boasts a new English libretto and hilarious book from Olivier Award nominated creator Becca Marriott. This fast-paced and funny show will capture the imaginations of young audiences and introduce them to classical music in a relaxed and child-friendly setting.
The cast features renowned comic baritone, Matthew Kellett and Grace Nyandoro - no stranger to children’s and community opera settings, as well as puppeteer Professor James and cellist Alison Holford. The show is directed by Becca Marriott, with assistant director Edie Bailey, and musically directed from the piano by Panaretos Kyriatzidis.
Mr Punch at The Opera is part of Arcola Theatre’s annual Grimeborn Festival, which opens opera up to new audiences and promotes new writing.
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Global Lodge
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Set in London, 2.2 km from Islington, Avo Hotel boasts a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen TV.
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The Luxury Inn is located in the Islington district in London, 1.4 km from Islington and 2 km from Emirates Stadium. A flat-screen TV, as well as an iPod docking station are available.
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Kingsland Road - Shoreditch
Vive Unique - Kingsland Road - Shoreditch offers accommodation in Shoreditch, 6 km from London. There is a seating area and a kitchen. A TV is provided.
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