RTWSO: Golden Legends and Fairy Tales - Assembly Hall Theatre

Step into a world of imagination, myth and magic with Fairy Tales & Golden Legends – a concert packed with enchanting music and rich storytelling.

We begin with Mendelssohn's A Midsummer Night's Dream, including the iconic Wedding March and the shimmering Overture that evokes fairy wings, donkey brays and nocturnal mischief. Composed when Mendelssohn was just 17, this music captures Shakespeare's dream world with youthful brilliance.

From fairies to folklore, Dvořák's The Golden Spinning Wheel is a symphonic poem rooted in Czech legend. While the story it tells is dark – complete with murder and magical revenge – the music is vivid and upbeat, full of Dvořák's trademark charm and colour. The happily-ever-after ending leaves a satisfying sense of justice restored.

Next comes a seasonal nod with music from Humperdinck's Hänsel und Gretel. The serene Evening Prayer and whimsical Pantomime transport us to gingerbread houses and forest glades – perfect listening as the festive season approaches.

Finally, we conclude with Rimsky-Korsakov's Suite from The Golden Cockerel. Based on a satirical story by Pushkin, this richly orchestrated suite brings exotic fantasy to life with lush melodies and vivid drama.

This concert is a perfect pre-Christmas escape, where musical storytelling and fairy-tale imagery weave a magical spell.

RTWSO: Golden Legends and Fairy Tales Show Details
Dates:
23 Nov 25
Times:

3.00pm

Prices:

Single Concert Prices:

Tiered Stalls: £36.00

Circle: £32.00

Stalls Row E-H: £29.00

Stalls Row A-D: £22.00

Under 18 & Students: £5.00

Season Ticket Prices (6 shows):

Tiered Stalls: £145.00

Circle: £128.00

Stalls Row E-H: £116.00

Stalls Row A-D: £86.00

Under 18 & Students: £30.00

For more information on the whole RTWSO 25/26 Season and to buy a season ticket click here.

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Sunday 23 November
3.00 PM
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Running Time: 50 Mins | 20 Min Interval | 50 Mins

Age Restriction: 7+. All children must be accompanied by an adult (maximum 3 children accompanied per adult).

For specific access requests including wheelchair bookings or general access information please contact the theatre Ticket Sales team on 01892 554441 (Mon to Sat, 12pm-6pm).

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