The Cathedral is open every day - see the memorial stone for King Richard III, discover the ministry of the Cathedral and find out more about the story of Leicester. A trail and exhibition is provided throughout the week with regular Cathedral tours.
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
Bursting with history, art from all ages and a first hand glimpse into life on a working farmyard, plus so much more. A school trip to Chatsworth makes for a rewarding day of learning for pupils and teachers alike.
There's so much to see and do
At Adventure Wonderland there are fantastic rides and attractions throughout the park
Experience Dragon's Drop, ride Space Orbiter, Wild Bill's Runaway Train and the Ghostly Galleon fight in Battle Boats, bounce on the Bouncing Beans trampolines and climb on board our wonderfully happy flying elephants.
The National Media Museum is home to over 3.5 million items of historical and cultural significance, and our diverse Collection encompasses some of the finest and most compelling visual material to be found anywhere in the world.
Headquarters of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), this historic Grade II listed building was constructed between 1910 and 1913.
The conference, event and wedding venue is located in the centre of Westminster and has 21 function rooms including the stunning Great Hall which can host events for up to 400 people.
The historic Steeple in Falkirk's High Street is a performing arts venue and acts as the central box office for all our events, performances and screenings.
You can book tickets for FTH, The Hippodrome or workshops and events at Callendar House, either in person or by telephone.
Leading arts and entertainment organisation Komedia opened its second venue in Bath in November 2008 at the old Beau Nash Cinema, in the heart of the city.
Our favourite resort to explore the great outdoors. Minehead is a beautiful seaside town in the heart of Exmoor in Somerset. Here’s where you’ll find our contemporary Blueskies Apartments, some lovely new restaurants and a beautiful sandy beach right on your doorstep.
As well as concerts, exhibitions and sporting events the O2 plays host to bowling, you can watch a film, find out how to make a TV programme at the Sky Studios and you can even climb on our famous domed roof to catch the fabulous view across London.
The Castle of Exeter stands atop the highest part of the city, within the north-east angle of the city walls. From the reddish colour of the volcanic rock on which it stood, it became known locally as Rougemont Castle.
Penyrheol Theatre is situated in the heart of Gorseinon and forms part of Penyrheol Leisure Centre, which is heart of Gorseinon with direct and easy links to Junction 47 of the M4.
The Orange Tree Theatre is a 172-seat theatre which was built specifically as a theatre in the round. It is housed within a disused 1867 primary school, built in Victorian Gothic style.
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See a show at one of the West Midlands' most famous venues! Visit our website for full details.
Tours
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to go backstage at the Alex? Why not book one of our backstage theatre tours? Each tour will give you a unique insight into one of the most historic theatres in the West Midlands
The National Exhibition Centre (NEC) is the busiest and seventh-largest exhibition centre in Europe. It is near junction 6 of the M42 motorway and is adjacent to Birmingham Airport and Birmingham International railway station It has 20 interconnected halls, set in grounds of 611 acres (2.54 km2) making it the largest exhibition centre in the UK.
The Art Gallery & Museum has a permanent collection of over 11,000 objects in the fields of art, crafts, sculpture, local and social history, archaeology and ethnography. Most have been donated by local people, beginning in the 1860s and continuing to the present day.
Our venues are loaded with history and have a wealth of stories to tell.
Earls Court One opened for business in 1937 with the Chocolate and Confectionery Exhibition, and was joined in 1991 by Earls Court Two which still boasts Europe’s biggest unsupported roof span.
The Arts Centre is open seven days a week and events are primarily presented during the three 10-week University terms, except for films, which are shown for 52 weeks of the year. At Christmas the Theatre and Studio are used for family shows.
Offering far more than an ordinary cinema, our day time up market coffee shop and gallery turns into a wine bar in the evening alongside the Circle and Auditorium Bar.
The New Vic is Staffordshire's award-winning theatre-in-the-round.
The New Vic delivers a programme of international-class work made with local audiences in mind. And, through an extensive community involvement, is helping to make our community a better, safer and more inspiring place to live and work.
Jainism is an Indian religion followed by several millions of people in India and by a sizeable number of migrant Jains in Europe, East Africa and North America. The name Jain is derived from a word in the ancient Indian language of Sanskrit Jina meaning 'victor' over the passions and the self.
The Sheldonian Theatre, an exquisite Grade I listed building situated in Oxford’s city centre, is the official ceremonial hall of the University of Oxford. Some of the ceremonial activities that take place in the Theatre include matriculation, graduation ceremonies,Encaenia and Congregation. The Theatre is open to the public to visit when not in use.
The SSE Hydro plays host to national and international music mega stars as well as global entertainment and sporting events.
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