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Saturday 18 November 2023, 7.30pm

Saffron Walden Choral Society - Elgar: The Dream of Gerontius

Saffron Walden Choral Society - Elgar: The Dream of Gerontius

Presented by Saffron Walden Choral Society

Saffron Walden Choral Society on stage at Saffron Hall, taking their bows with their orchestra and soloists

Elgar was inspired to write this moving choral and orchestral music after reading the poem by Cardinal Newman.

The poem and Elgar’s music follow the story of Gerontius approaching death and of his soul’s journey to meet his guardian Angel and face the judgement of God. On the way he meets choruses of angels and of demons. Eventually he is taken to purgatory before attaining everlasting glory. Saffron Walden Choral Society is delighted that Mark Wilde will be singing the role of Gerontius.

Performance information

Running time

1 hour 55 minutes

Content warnings

Age Guidance 7+

This event is not recommended for children under 7 years old. Children under 5 years old will not be admitted to this performance.

Booking information

Seating style

This event has tiered stalls and balcony seating

Discounts

Under 25s can purchase half price tickets for this show.

Ten for £10

This event is part of our Ten for £10 scheme. We will release ten £10 tickets for sale at 10am on the morning of this performance.

Transport

Shuttle bus

The shuttle bus won't be running for this event

Programme and performers

Programme

  • Edward Elgar The Dream of Gerontius 95 mins

Performers

  • Saffron Walden Choral Society
  • Chameleon Arts Orchestra
  • Choir of St Peter's College, Oxford
  • Quintin Beer conductor
  • Catherine Hopper mezzo-soprano
  • Mark Wilde tenor
  • Sam Evans baritone baritone

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Information for your visit

Saturday 18 November 2023, 7.30pm

Schedule

All timings are approximate and will be updated closer to the show date. Please check the website on the day of the performance for up-to-date information.

Latecomers can usually be admitted at a suitable gap within the performance.

When to arrive

6.30pm - 7.15pm
We have over 400 free parking spots for anyone driving.

Foyer opens

6.30pm
Enjoy a drink at the bar before the auditorium opens.

Auditorium opens

7pm
Get your tickets ready for checking, find your seats, sit back and relax.

Show starts

7.30pm

Interval

Interval (20 mins)

Show ends

9.25pm (approx)

Content warnings

Age Guidance 7+

This event is not recommended for children under 7 years old. Children under 5 years old will not be admitted to this performance.

Location

Saffron Hall

Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 4UH

Transport

Shuttle bus

The shuttle bus won't be running for this performance
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Additional information

Cloakroom

We are unable to allow any bags into the performance space which are larger than a hand bag or small backpack. Unfortunately our cloakroom will not be in operation.

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