Haigh Opera
Whilst the world’s perception of Wigan seems limited to pies, pits and rugby, one of its most famous old homes is fast becoming known as a regular scene for something considered a little more high brow – opera! The Earl of Crawford’s old pad, Haigh Hall, is the venue for two forthcoming operas performed by Heritage Opera, a northern based touring opera company. Mansfield Park, a chamber opera by Jonathan Dove based on the Jane Austen novel, is premiered by the company in August and it arrives at Haigh Hall on Sunday 7th. Accompanied by the Heritage Opera Ensemble, the company replicates Fanny Price’s vision of the world of Regency high society. Spanish heat and gypsy passion come to Haigh Hall this autumn in the shape of the famous Bizet production, Carmen. Packed with some of the most loved and memorable music in opera, the production is staged at the Hall on Friday 21st October.
New participants can take advantage of a free taster session, and each session thereafter is £5 each time. For more details, call Maureen on 01257 424095.
Crafty Club
Shevington Library are hosting two Summer Craft Clubs at the library this Monday (8th August), next Monday(15th August) and also on Saturday 27th August. The sessions run from 1.30-2.30pm and the cost per child is just £1; all materials are provided. Places are limited, so book your child’s place by calling the library on 01257 525618 as soon as possible. If you’re a member of a community group and you want to publicise your next event free in Local Life, then just email details along with a contact name and number to editorial@ locallife247.co.uk.
Tickets for the productions are priced at £20 and are available from www.heritageopera.co.uk.
Free Taster!
If life stresses you, maybe you need a great dollop of Tai Chi in your life? If you’d like achieve inner peace of mind, and strengthen and revitalise your physical and emotional self, then try out the Thursday afternoon Tai Chi session at Standish Methodist Hall on the High Street in Standish! The session runs between 1pm2.30pm and beginners are welcome to come along.
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