How would you like to learn something new or just have a bit of fun? If you do then you need to check the events happening at the Grand Opera House this summer. Whatever your age or ability we have something for you.
To start off with on 22 May from 10:30 to 11:30am we are delighted to welcome Storytime to the Grand Opera House and the first session is FREE! There will be lots of moving and making to get your little ones involved in the act. We explore a different story each month as the theatre is transformed into a magical world of adventure. These sessions build littles one’s confidence, curiosity, and social skills and are full of imagination. This is suitable for 2 to 5 year olds (children under 18 months also in the adult’s care may attend.). Tea and coffee will be included so get booking. Tickets for Storytime on 19th June are on sale now.
For those who attended our Monday Movers classes in the recent past, you’ll be delighted to know it’s back on 22nd May from 2 to 3:15pm and to celebrate we are running a free session for you to come and join us. Open to anyone who is 55 and over, no dance experience is necessary just a passion to learn new skills in a fun and relaxed setting with likeminded people. The sessions build strength and mobility whilst developing your technique and creativity at an appropriate pace and level. Whilst designed to enhance wellbeing through an exploration of improvisation, physical exercises, and choreographic skills. If you’re curious about taking part this is a great chance to find out more. We run for activity for 45 minutes, but you can take a rest at any point, followed by tea & coffee (free!). Tickets for Monday Movers on 19th June & 17th July are on sale now.
It’s never too late to learn a new skill, join us for an Adult Theatre Course from 6th June to 11th July, this is an introductory course for adults that explores the vibrant world of theatre. You will be supported by a team of professionals, over 6 weeks, with opportunities to try everything from drama and prop making to creative writing. Whether you have experience in the arts or you would like to try something new, the course will be a warm and welcoming space for those who are curious to find out more. Across each session we will cover different topics and encourage your creativity at a relaxed pace, accompanied by plenty of tea and coffee. Book your place now and join our creative community.
The Grand Opera House stage has hosted entertainers from Charlie Chaplin to Vera Lynn and now we’re excited to throw open the doors on 21st June 6 to 7:30pm and welcome a new generation of talent with our first Scratch Night. Be a part of this historic moment as local artists bring their works to life for the first time in front of a live audience, you. Meet new people, support our local creative community, and enjoy our pop-up bar at special Scratch Night prices. If you’re a local artist, why not come along to meet our Team and explore how the Grand Opera House might be able to support your work. Performances include:
Don’t Get Me Wrong by Hana Tamaru and Arianna Folini. Friends of different nationalities sit in their apartment and tell each other anecdotes based on their experience of living in the UK. They each reflect on their struggles, discussing work, love and eating habits that lead to difficulties fitting in through this light and fun play. It will also include some original live music.
Hospital Doors by Matthew Harper-Hardcastle. Matthew is Artistic Director of Next Door But One Theatre and will be sharing readings from a new play exploring family dynamics and terminal illness. This aims to be relatable, poignant, and to make conversations around care, disability, sexuality, and societal stereotypes accessible to its audience.
One-Human Show by Nicky Murmann. Through telling stories about dating, mental health, sex, disability, illness, loss of memory and everyday life this performance highlights the absurdity and the joy of living as a queer person with chronic pain and other non-conventional accessories.
Doors will open at 6pm and close at 6:20pm for performances
Or how about a Theatre Tour? Gain access to our newly renovated venue in all its glory as you learn about the history of Grand Opera House York, including some theatre superstitions. You will be guided by our friendly & knowledgeable tour leader as we share our unique story and access materials from our archive. Tour run from the 20th May to 3 June from 11am to 12pm & 1pm to 2pm.
Theatre Tour tickets £10