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Concerts / Performances
Concerts / Performances
What is it?
A concert or performance is the practice of a show being presented by skilled professionals for the enjoyment of the audience. The specifics can vary greatly, but it generally covers more large scale and elaborate performances.
What does it involve?
A performance can involve pretty much anything, but the term "concert" usually refers to a specifically musical production. Although some include audience participation, most performances involve just sitting back and appreciating the show that has been put on to entertain you; from local theatre to a concert from a chart topping band, it's there for your enjoyment!
Why do it and what are the benefits?
Watching someone else perform can often motivate the viewer into their own activities, whether it's returning to a previously learnt skill or pursuing something new. Students can benefit greatly from seeing a talent performed at an accomplished level; it gives them a realistic and attainable target of what they could achieve instead of a vague idea of success in the distant future.
What equipment do we need?
You shouldn't need to provide any equipment for attending a performance other than the entry fee/ticket.
Who is it suitable for?
You can find a concert/performance that is suitable for anybody!
Costs?
The costs will vary greatly depending on the venue of the performance and the fame of the performers.
Issues/Things to think about? (unsuitable for age groups, medical conditions etc)
Although people of any age can enjoy a performance, you must make sure it's tailored to the needs of the group; for example, those of primary school age won't enjoy Shakespeare as much as older students might!
How do we include?
Attending a concert or performance is a pretty good way to include the entirety of your student group, as it normally just involves sitting still and enjoying what's in front of you! Those with mental disabilities or sight/hearing difficulties are often catered for, so check with each individual venue to see what they are set up for.
Doing it abroad?
Performances and concerts are held all around the world, so there should always be something to attend wherever you travel. Foreign countries will also have varying skills and styles to what you can find in the UK, so productions abroad will be a lesson in local culture as well as enjoyable to watch!
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Check out individual venue websites to see what sort of performances and concerts they have on.
Venues with this Activity
Evesham’s leading venue for live entertainment, offering a diverse programme of events from dance to drama, concerts from rock to classical, comedy, pantomimes, musical theatre, workshops and so much more.
Britain's first fully themed indoor family resort and amusement park. A magical world of fun, thrills and experiences for all the family. Now including the indoor Galactic Play Zone!
The Iford valley has been occupied since Roman times and the manor house sits idyllically by the Frome river in the steep-sided valley. Iford Manor is mediaeval in origin, the classical facade being added in the eighteenth century when the hanging woodlands above the garden were planted.
The only surviving Regency playhouse in Britain
Theatre Royal is one of Britain's most significant theatre buildings and the only surviving Regency playhouse in the country.
The recently restored Grade I listed theatre offers you an authentic 19th century theatre-going experience, combined with contemporary bar and restaurant for the 21st century theatre-goer.
One thousand years of jaw-dropping history!
Great battles, ancient myths, spellbinding tales, pampered princesses, heroic knights. You can find them all here at Warwick Castle.
One of Britain's finest galleries - a beautiful and unique house with a distinctive collection of 20th century art, and a gallery exhibiting contemporary and modern art.
Admission Free.
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Wilton's is the world's oldest surviving Grand Music Hall and London's best kept secret. This stunning and atmospheric building is led by Frances Mayhew and produces an exciting programme of imaginative, diverse and distinct entertainment including theatre, music, comedy, cinema and cabaret.
The Royal Opera House, Covent Garden is the UK's premier operatic venue. Each year the Royal Opera Company produces new productions sung by the biggest stars on the planet. While the Royal Ballet, featuring some of the greatest dancers around, including many guest artists, performs a vast repertoire of both classic and modern pieces.
Music and Theatre at the Barbican
The Barbican welcomes the world's top soloists and musicians in both classical and contemporary music.
We offer the greatest music in our concert hall and world-class theatre in our performance space, which is the London home of the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC).
Olympia London is a collection of inspiring spaces that have been recently renovated and refined to enhance the beautiful buildings, connecting them together as never before.
Experience the Extraordinary
EventCity is a box. A very large box. But it’s the magic that happens inside that really counts. We think inside, as well as outside the box, to make life easy for you.
Since being opened by Her Majesty The Queen in 1986, The Queen Elizabeth II Centre has been the venue for thousands of successful events, many of them high profile. We have gained a reputation as a premier event venue in central London, and currently host around 400 events each year.
The iconic north London venue offers everything you need for an extraordinary event or great day out with the benefit of some of the best panoramic views of London.
Brean Leisure Park in Somerset is the ideal destination for a great family day out. With Brean Theme Park our on site theme park, Brean Splash Waterpark, Brean Golf Club, The Tavern and Dickies entertainment venues and a wide variety of eateries and restaurants you and the family will be spoiled for choice.
Visit this Leicestershire favourite with great family activities, high quality exhibitions, interactive fun and a few surprises along the way. From planes and trains, mining and engineering, fashion and toys to colliery tours, train rides and science play, there really is something for everyone.
Set in over 500 acres of historic deer park, Wollaton Hall is a spectacular Tudor building home to the city's Natural History Museum.
Also see the Industrial Museum, Steam Engine House, Wollaton Visitor Centre and the Yard Gallery, plus exhibitions exploring art and the environment.
The Bristol Hippodrome, the city’s very own West End theatre, opened its doors on 16 December 1912 when the curtain rose for the first time on what was generally agreed to be Oswald Stoll’s most magnificent provincial theatre.
Echo Arena Liverpool is one of the the most prestigious venues in the UK, opened in 2008 with the launch event for Liverpool’s year as European Capital of Culture. Part of ACC Liverpool and purpose built as one of the next generation of event venues, Echo Arena has a track record of delivering high profile, world class events and creating unforgettable memories.
ExCeL London, the exhibition and international convention centre, is the host venue for a variety of events from award winning exhibitions and conferences to international association meetings, product launches, banquets, award ceremonies, sporting events and great days out.
Wales Millennium Centre is Wales’ national home for the performing arts in Cardiff Bay. One of the UK’s top cultural attractions and home to eight resident partners, this Welsh landmark stages musicals, opera, ballet, circus and contemporary dance alongside the UK’s largest programme of free performances.
Bath Pavilion is a stunning sandstone building that was first opened on 17 September 1910 as The County Skating Rink, when a roller skating craze was sweeping the nation.
Situated in the heart of the city, Sheffield City Hall is a magnificent art deco classical concert hall which has been respectfully modernised, whilst maintaining the unique atmosphere and charm of the original heritage.
Bognor Regis is a traditional West Sussex seaside town. We’ve got three contemporary resort hotels, a funky spa, a restaurant by celebrity chef Brian Turner, a 2012 Quality Coast Award beach and the South Downs National Park on our doorstep.
Skegness is a lovely traditional coastal town in Lincolnshire. This is where Butlins all started back in 1936 but a lot has changed since then! You’ll find some lovely restaurants and a beautiful blue flag sandy beach right on your doorstep.
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