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CBSO Schools Concert: The Firebird
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Thu 15 Apr 11:30am Symphony Hall

Stravinsky’s music transports you to a world of glittering colours, enchanted melodies and nightmarish, bloodcurdling thrills. Discover the orchestra from the inside out with one of the best-loved pieces of music in the classical repertoire, which shows off the full symphony orchestra in all its brilliance and splendour. The ballet score is based on a Russian folk tale telling the story of Prince Ivan who enters the garden of the evil Kastchei and rescues 13 princesses with the help of the magical firebird. 11.30am performance: specially devised for Key Stage 2 (Years 5 & 6); 1.30pm performance: for Key Stages 3 & 4. *Special prices apply: £4 per ticket for children and teachers, and home-schooling* children and parents. To book please call Group Bookings on 0800 358 7070.* For information on pre-concert support packages and other opportunities available for schools with the CBSO, please contact the CBSO’s Education Department by email (education@cbso.co.uk) or telephone (0121 616 6546). *proof of eligibility, eg registration with your Local Authority, required
*City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra* *Michael Seal* _conductor_ *Tommy Pearson* _presenter_
CBSO Schools Concert: The Firebird
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Thu 15 Apr 1:30pm Symphony Hall

Stravinsky’s music transports you to a world of glittering colours, enchanted melodies and nightmarish, bloodcurdling thrills. Discover the orchestra from the inside out with one of the best-loved pieces of music in the classical repertoire, which shows off the full symphony orchestra in all its brilliance and splendour. The ballet score is based on a Russian folk tale telling the story of Prince Ivan who enters the garden of the evil Kastchei and rescues 13 princesses with the help of the magical firebird. 11.30am performance: specially devised for Key Stage 2 (Years 5 & 6); 1.30pm performance: for Key Stages 3 & 4. *Special prices apply: £4 per ticket for children and teachers, and home-schooling* children and parents. To book please call Group Bookings on 0800 358 7070.* For information on pre-concert support packages and other opportunities available for schools with the CBSO, please contact the CBSO’s Education Department by email (education@cbso.co.uk) or telephone (0121 616 6546). *proof of eligibility, eg registration with your Local Authority, required
*City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra* *Michael Seal* _conductor_ *Tommy Pearson* _presenter_
BCMG Family Concert Serenade For Satellite- A Journey in Time and Space
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Sun 18 Apr 1:30pm Book through our ticket office for CBSO Centre

Conducted by Peter Wiegold
BCMG Family Concert Serenade For Satellite- A Journey in Time and Space
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Sun 18 Apr 3:30pm Book through our ticket office for CBSO Centre

Conducted by Peter Wiegold
Notelets SHAKE, RATTLE AND ROLL
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Sat 1 May 11:00am Book through our ticket office for CBSO Centre

A mini concert for 3-5 year olds and their families. Come and explore the beat with the CBSO’s percussion.
Notelets SHAKE, RATTLE AND ROLL
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Sat 1 May 2:00pm Book through our ticket office for CBSO Centre

A mini concert for 3-5 year olds and their families. Come and explore the beat with the CBSO’s percussion.
CBSO Family Concert: Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra - Matinee
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Sun 16 May 3:00pm Symphony Hall

This is your chance to discover all you wanted to know about a symphony orchestra! What are all those instruments and the amazing sounds they make? Travel through time on this magical musical journey as the CBSO’s top conductor, Andris Nelsons, and musicians Catherine Arlidge and Peter Hill let you into lots of musical secrets, with _The Sorcerer’s Apprentice_, The Elephant (from _The Carnival of the Animals_), Britten’s _Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra_ and more. FREE CRAFT WORKSHOPS AND MUSIC in the foyers from 1.30pm. Why not come dressed up in a music inspired costume? Visit the "CBSO website":http://www.cbso.co.uk
*City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra* *Andris Nelsons* _conductor_ *Catherine Arlidge* _presenter_ *Peter Hill* _presenter_
Boogie Pete Live!
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Sat 5 Jun 11:00am Town Hall

Are you ready to boogie with Pete from _Boogie Beebies_? Catch star of the BAFTA award-winning CBeebies TV show _Boogie Beebies_, the much-loved Pete Hillier in his hit stage show _Boogie Pete Live_! Join Pete as he shows you some moves, some magic and some silliness in this fun-packed show for children of all ages (2 +) - featuring all your favourite songs and dances including _Go, Go Mango_, _Hey Monkey_ and _Ocean Motion_! MEET BOOGIE PETE! Cameras and pens at the ready, Pete will be coming to meet, greet and sign autographs after the show! _“What makes it is the presenter Pete Hillier, engaging and warm and the children love him”_ *The Guardian* "Boogie Pete website":http://www.boogiepete.com
CBSO Schools Concert: Tales of the Arabian Nights
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Fri 25 Jun 11:30am Symphony Hall

Rimsky-Korsakov’s most popular work is the music for today’s Schools Concert, specially devised for Key Stage 2 (Years 3 & 4) students. Based around the ancient tales of the Arabian Nights, the colourful sounds of the full symphony orchestra will transport young imaginations to far-off lands. We conjure up the world of a skilful storyteller - the clever and beautiful Sultana Scheherazade - for adventures at sea with Sinbad the sailor, festivals in Baghdad, and young Princes and Princesses falling in love. Visit the "CBSO website":http://www.cbso.co.uk
*City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra*
CBSO Schools Concert: Tales of the Arabian Nights
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Fri 25 Jun 1:30pm Symphony Hall

Rimsky-Korsakov’s most popular work is the music for today’s Schools Concert, specially devised for Key Stage 2 (Years 3 & 4) students. Based around the ancient tales of the Arabian Nights, the colourful sounds of the full symphony orchestra will transport young imaginations to far-off lands. We conjure up the world of a skilful storyteller - the clever and beautiful Sultana Scheherazade - for adventures at sea with Sinbad the sailor, festivals in Baghdad, and young Princes and Princesses falling in love. Visit the "CBSO website":http://www.cbso.co.uk
*City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra*
Notelets notelets on safari
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Sun 27 Jun 2:00pm Book through our ticket office for CBSO Centre

A mini concert for 3-5 year olds and their families. Lions, tigers, bears, crocodiles, monkeys and snakes... we’ll meet them all!
We're Going On A Bear Hunt Live on Stage!
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Tue 21 Dec 1:30pm Town Hall

Adapted from the picture book written by Michael Rosen and illustrated by Helen Oxenbury Michael Rosen’s award-winning book We’re Going On A Bear Hunt is brought vividly and noisily to the stage in director Sally Cookson’s fun-filled adaptation set to Benji Bower’s versatile lively score. Join our intrepid adventurers on their quest to find a bear; as they wade through the gigantic swishy swashy grass, the splishy splashy river and the thick oozy, squelchy mud! Expect catchy songs, interactive scenes and plenty of hands-on adventure- plus a few special surprises! Watch the official trailer online at "www.bearhuntlive.com":http://www.bearhuntlive.com

For children aged 3 and above. Running time: Approx. 55 minutes
We're Going On A Bear Hunt Live on Stage!
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Tue 21 Dec 2010 until Wed 12 January 2011 Town Hall

Adapted from the picture book written by Michael Rosen and illustrated by Helen Oxenbury Michael Rosen’s award-winning book We’re Going On A Bear Hunt is brought vividly and noisily to the stage in director Sally Cookson’s fun-filled adaptation set to Benji Bower’s versatile lively score. Join our intrepid adventurers on their quest to find a bear; as they wade through the gigantic swishy swashy grass, the splishy splashy river and the thick oozy, squelchy mud! Expect catchy songs, interactive scenes and plenty of hands-on adventure - plus a few special surprises! Watch the official trailer online at "www.bearhuntlive.com":http://www.bearhuntlive.com
We're Going On A Bear Hunt Live on Stage!
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Tue 21 Dec 3:30pm Town Hall

Adapted from the picture book written by Michael Rosen and illustrated by Helen Oxenbury Michael Rosen’s award-winning book We’re Going On A Bear Hunt is brought vividly and noisily to the stage in director Sally Cookson’s fun-filled adaptation set to Benji Bower’s versatile lively score. Join our intrepid adventurers on their quest to find a bear; as they wade through the gigantic swishy swashy grass, the splishy splashy river and the thick oozy, squelchy mud! Expect catchy songs, interactive scenes and plenty of hands-on adventure- plus a few special surprises! Watch the official trailer online at "www.bearhuntlive.com":http://www.bearhuntlive.com

For children aged 3 and above. Running time: Approx. 55 minutes
We're Going On A Bear Hunt Live on Stage!
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Wed 22 Dec 11:00am Town Hall

Adapted from the picture book written by Michael Rosen and illustrated by Helen Oxenbury Michael Rosen’s award-winning book We’re Going On A Bear Hunt is brought vividly and noisily to the stage in director Sally Cookson’s fun-filled adaptation set to Benji Bower’s versatile lively score. Join our intrepid adventurers on their quest to find a bear; as they wade through the gigantic swishy swashy grass, the splishy splashy river and the thick oozy, squelchy mud! Expect catchy songs, interactive scenes and plenty of hands-on adventure- plus a few special surprises! Watch the official trailer online at "www.bearhuntlive.com":http://www.bearhuntlive.com

For children aged 3 and above. Running time: Approx. 55 minutes
We're Going On A Bear Hunt Live on Stage!
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Wed 22 Dec 1:30pm Town Hall

Adapted from the picture book written by Michael Rosen and illustrated by Helen Oxenbury Michael Rosen’s award-winning book We’re Going On A Bear Hunt is brought vividly and noisily to the stage in director Sally Cookson’s fun-filled adaptation set to Benji Bower’s versatile lively score. Join our intrepid adventurers on their quest to find a bear; as they wade through the gigantic swishy swashy grass, the splishy splashy river and the thick oozy, squelchy mud! Expect catchy songs, interactive scenes and plenty of hands-on adventure- plus a few special surprises! Watch the official trailer online at "www.bearhuntlive.com":http://www.bearhuntlive.com

For children aged 3 and above. Running time: Approx. 55 minutes
We're Going On A Bear Hunt Live on Stage!
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Thu 23 Dec 11:00am Town Hall

Adapted from the picture book written by Michael Rosen and illustrated by Helen Oxenbury Michael Rosen’s award-winning book We’re Going On A Bear Hunt is brought vividly and noisily to the stage in director Sally Cookson’s fun-filled adaptation set to Benji Bower’s versatile lively score. Join our intrepid adventurers on their quest to find a bear; as they wade through the gigantic swishy swashy grass, the splishy splashy river and the thick oozy, squelchy mud! Expect catchy songs, interactive scenes and plenty of hands-on adventure- plus a few special surprises! Watch the official trailer online at "www.bearhuntlive.com":http://www.bearhuntlive.com

For children aged 3 and above. Running time: Approx. 55 minutes
We're Going On A Bear Hunt Live on Stage!
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Thu 23 Dec 1:30pm Town Hall

Adapted from the picture book written by Michael Rosen and illustrated by Helen Oxenbury Michael Rosen’s award-winning book We’re Going On A Bear Hunt is brought vividly and noisily to the stage in director Sally Cookson’s fun-filled adaptation set to Benji Bower’s versatile lively score. Join our intrepid adventurers on their quest to find a bear; as they wade through the gigantic swishy swashy grass, the splishy splashy river and the thick oozy, squelchy mud! Expect catchy songs, interactive scenes and plenty of hands-on adventure- plus a few special surprises! Watch the official trailer online at "www.bearhuntlive.com":http://www.bearhuntlive.com

For children aged 3 and above. Running time: Approx. 55 minutes
We're Going On A Bear Hunt Live on Stage!
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Fri 24 Dec 11:00am Town Hall

Adapted from the picture book written by Michael Rosen and illustrated by Helen Oxenbury Michael Rosen’s award-winning book We’re Going On A Bear Hunt is brought vividly and noisily to the stage in director Sally Cookson’s fun-filled adaptation set to Benji Bower’s versatile lively score. Join our intrepid adventurers on their quest to find a bear; as they wade through the gigantic swishy swashy grass, the splishy splashy river and the thick oozy, squelchy mud! Expect catchy songs, interactive scenes and plenty of hands-on adventure- plus a few special surprises! Watch the official trailer online at "www.bearhuntlive.com":http://www.bearhuntlive.com

For children aged 3 and above. Running time: Approx. 55 minutes
We're Going On A Bear Hunt Live on Stage!
More Info Book Tickets
Fri 24 Dec 1:30pm Town Hall

Adapted from the picture book written by Michael Rosen and illustrated by Helen Oxenbury Michael Rosen’s award-winning book We’re Going On A Bear Hunt is brought vividly and noisily to the stage in director Sally Cookson’s fun-filled adaptation set to Benji Bower’s versatile lively score. Join our intrepid adventurers on their quest to find a bear; as they wade through the gigantic swishy swashy grass, the splishy splashy river and the thick oozy, squelchy mud! Expect catchy songs, interactive scenes and plenty of hands-on adventure- plus a few special surprises! Watch the official trailer online at "www.bearhuntlive.com":http://www.bearhuntlive.com

For children aged 3 and above. Running time: Approx. 55 minutes