TalkTalk Family Concerts - 2010/11

The TalkTalk Family Concerts Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra Vasily Petrenko Chief Conductor

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The TalkTalk Family Concerts Classical music isn’t just for grown-ups! The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra’s one- hour Family Concerts are a great introduction to classical music for children aged 4 – 10 and their families.

Research shows that people who are taken to concerts as children are much more likely to attend as adults – family concerts are a great way to start the concert-going habit for a lifetime!

Each concert has a theme and you’re invited to join in with the festivities by wearing fancy dress.

Fidgeting is allowed so come along to Liverpool Philharmonic Hall and ignite your child’s imagination!

Fantastic Creatures Saturday 13 November 2.30pm Alasdair Malloy presenter and soloist Calling all wizards, warlocks and witches! Join us for a programme that celebrates all the fantastic creatures found in the magical world. With Alasdair spectacularly dressed as a Wizard, you’re invited to dress as your favourite fictional character. Highlights include Grieg’s In the Hall of the Mountain King, Saint-Saëns ‘Bacchanale’ from Samson and Delilah and Elgar’s Wand of Youth together with music from Harry Potter.

Come dressed as a mystical being, a wizard or your favourite fictional character.

Tickets £8, £10, £14 £6 children

Rudolph on Hope Street Saturday 18 / Sunday 19 / Tuesday 21 December 11.30am and 2.30pm Alasdair Malloy conductor Dave Benson Phillips and Big Bear presenters Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Training Choir and Melody Makers Move over Frosty – Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer is coming to town this year in a one-hour holiday extravaganza for the whole family. It’ll be a high energy event as we invite audiences to sing along to Christmas favourites. And the Phil will even play host to its very own live reindeer who will be available to visit just outside the Phil before and after the concert (weekend only). Bring those red noses and get ready to say hello to Santa!

Book early – we’ve added extra concerts this year but they sell out quickly!

Tickets £9, £12, £15 £8 children EARLY BOOKING STRONGLY ADVISED

Peter & the Wolf LIVE Sunday 2 January 2.30pm and 5.30pm

A mesmerising take on a classic tale – expect tickets to fly off the shelves for this magical interpretation of the celebrated film!

Director Suzie Templeton 2006 BreakThru Films Ltd and Se-ma-for

Tickets £12, £16, £20 £8 children

Suitable for children aged 7+ Boys Like Peter are Not Afraid of Wolves After a hugely popular performance in 2008, director Suzie Templeton’s Oscar Awardwinning film Peter & the Wolf returns as a new year’s treat with live music by the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra and a newly commissioned script by poet Simon Armitage.

These screenings will also boast some captivating elements that offer the audience a whole new insight into Peter’s world. Hightech mini cameras are used to take the audience through a miniaturised version of the film’s original set and models, enabling fans a unique perspective on the film.

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Pirates Ahoy!

Sunday 17 April 2.30pm Alasdair Malloy presenter and soloist Awesome Al, the cabin boy of our Pirate Ship, welcomes you aboard this suitably swashbuckling seafaring adventure. From the stirring sounds of Leroy Anderson’s Pirate March to the spectacular finale where everyone learns The Sailor's Hornpipe, this is an unforgettable voyage through uncharted waters in search of a treasure trove of musical gems. Hear about the pirates hiding their treasure in Fingal’s Cave, head off Over the Waves to the Caribbean and sing about the Jamaican Rumba. Encounter Cap’n Jack Sparrow in music from the Pirates of the Caribbean films and test your nautical knowledge in our quiz Nautical Notes.

Come dressed as a Pirate!

Tickets £8, £10, £14 £6 Children

L IA R EC FE SP OF Save 10% and get a FREE Children’s Classics CD (rrp £13) when you book 4 or more concerts!

For around £30 (children) and £40 (adults), the whole family can enjoy a full year’s worth of musical entertainment, plus Children’s Classics, a double album of classical pieces inspired by children’s stories. And you won’t have to pay any booking fees (a savings of £4 per person)!

Plus if you aren’t able to attend a concert for any reason, just let us know in person or by post 24 hours in advance and you can exchange your tickets for another Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra performance in the same season.

Call our box office on 0151 709 3789 to order (offer not available online) and quote CDOFFER. Please note discount does not apply to Polar concert.

Big Bear’s Band: We’re Going on a Bear Hunt Sunday 26 June 2.30pm Dave Benson Phillips presenter With Special Guest Big Bear Alasdair Malloy director We’re going on a bear hunt.

We’re going to catch a big one.

I’m not scared.

What a beautiful day!

Bring a musical instrument of your choice (tambourine, drum, maracas, or even a set of jangley keys!) and get ready to samba in your seats, march with the music, and boogie to the brass in this action packed concert. A musical rendition of We’re Going on a Bear Hunt (music by Ian Stephens) will be performed. Bring your favourite teddy to join in!

Tickets £8, £10, £14 £6 Children

Concert for older chidren...

Polar Saturday 8 January 2.30pm / 7.30pm This performance lasts 75 minutes with no interval

John Harle conductor A cinematic portrait of the polar kingdoms with a unique live orchestral soundtrack chosen and arranged by John Harle Polar is a journey to the magical frozen lands and seas at the ends of the earth.

Come with us to experience the great ice fields and icebergs north and south of the 66th parallel in this world premiere of music and film.

See the white blizzards, dazzling blue oceans and vast wilderness of the South, watch the mighty polar bear, the haunting beluga whales and beautiful humpback whales in the company of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, a specially arranged score and an immense screen.

Scientists say the Arctic is changing more rapidly and acutely than anywhere on the planet; 2007 witnessed the lowest sea ice coverage in recorded history. Jacques Cousteau said that it’s easier to protect what we love. This is an event that will make you love these increasingly fragile places.

Tickets £15, £20, £26, £39 No discounts apply to this concert and no ticket exchanges will be permitted.

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra Family Concerts

Workshops for Children Rodewald Suite, Liverpool Philharmonic Hall (entrance on Sugnall Street)

First Notes

Adventures in Music

These 45-minute workshops introduce children aged 0-4 to classical music through games, singing, active listening and hands-on music making with members of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra

Join members of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra for just over an hour of musical games, listening activities and a chance to create your own musical story.

Monday 25 October 2010 10am & 11.30am Children 0-2 years 1.30pm Children 3-4 years

Monday 25 October 2010 3pm Children 5-7 years

Thursday 28 October 2010 10am Children 0-2 years 11.30 am Children 3-4 years Monday 14 February 2010 10am Children 0-2 years 11.30am & 1.30pm Children 3-4 years Thursday 17 February 2011 10am & 11.30 am Children 0-2 years 1.30pm Children 3-4 years Thursday 2 June 2011 10am & 11.30am Children 0-2 years 1.30pm Children 3-4 years Friday 3 June 2011 10am Children 0-2 years 11.30am & 1.30pm Children 3-4 years Tickets £5 per child (1 accompanying adult free. Additional adult tickets £5)

Thursday 28 October 2010 1.30pm Children 8-11 years Monday 14 February 2011 3pm Children 5-7 years

Booking Information Tickets

By Post/ In Person Box Office, Philharmonic Hall, Hope St, Liverpool, L1 9BP Telephone 0151 709 3789 Online www.liverpoolphil.com Opening hours Monday - Saturday, 9.30am - 5.30pm, Sunday 12pm to 5.00pm (telephone bookings only)

Booking fees

Thursday 2 June 2011 3pm Children 5-7 years

Please note that credit / debit card bookings are subject to a £1 per ticket service charge. Cheques are subject to a 50p order fee. Postal bookings with cheque payment are subject to an additional 50p per order fee.

Friday 3 June 2011 3pm Children 8-11 years

Groups

Thursday 17 February 2011 3pm Children 8-11 years

Groups of 10 or more receive 10% or more off their tickets.Contact our Group Sales Coordinator Dawn Williams on 0151 210 2918 or email dawn.williams@liverpoolphil.com

We’re accessible Baby changing facilities are available as well as lifts for push chairs and wheelchair users. Wheelchair users + 1 companion are entitled to 50% off on production of appropriate identification. Philharmonic Hall has 10 wheelchair spaces available in the stalls. Other disabled patrons + 1 companion may also be eligible for a discount if supported by appropriate identification.

It is advisable to book your tickets well in advance of performances to ensure that the seats you require are available. Call the Box Office on 0151 709 3789 for further information.

The Liverpool Philharmonic Training Choir, Youth Choir and Youth Orchestra offer children and young people the opportunity to develop musical skills, learn from professional musicians, and perform alongside some of the most talented young musicians in the region. For details of how to join them see the Learning & Engagement section of www.liverpoolphil.com or call 0151 210 2985 for more details.

How to Find Us

Where to park

If you hold a Blue Badge, you can park in the marked bays close to Philharmonic Hall on Caledonia Street. These spaces are available on a first come, first served basis so leave yourself plenty of time.

Directions from the M62 Continue along the motorway until its end and then follow the signs for the city centre, cathedrals and universities (c.3 miles). Turn left at the Metropolitan Cathedral and head past the Everyman Theatre along Hope Street (see map). If lost, use this maxim: find one cathedral, head for the other.

The Phil is halfway between the two.

Public Transport Log on to www.merseytravel.gov.uk for comprehensive transport information and to use their ‘Journey Planner’ service or call Traveline on 0871 200 2233

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University of Liverpool Car Parks 3. Cambridge Street (opposite Cambridge Pub) 4. Mount Pleasant (opposite Metropolitan Cathedral) Available Monday - Friday after 5.30pm, and all day on Saturday and Sunday.

Cost £2 (up to 3 hrs) £3 (over 3 hrs).

5. Liverpool Cathedral Car Park Generally open on concert nights from 5.30pm.

Secure with CCTV and manned patrols.

Cost £3 on production of your concert ticket.

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2. Blackburne House Car Park Situated on Falkner Street, this car park is open on concert nights from 5.30pm, until 20 mins after the end of concerts. Gates will be locked after this period.

Cost £4. Do not use if unstaffed.

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Please bear in mind when planning your car-parking arrangements that concert start times vary.

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Principal Funders

Tickets must be produced and payment made to the Constables Lodge on arrival.

6. Myrtle Street/Hope Street (opposite Philharmonic Pub) Secure all day parking.

Cost £5

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Accessible parking

1. Philharmonic Hall Car Park Adjacent to Philharmonic Hall on Caledonia Street.

Cost £4 (after 5.30pm), £5 (before 5.30pm).

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Philharmonic Hall is situated on Hope Street, approximately 10 minutes’ walk from the city centre. The main entrance is situated on Hope Street at the junction where Hardman Street meets Hope Street opposite the Philharmonic Public House.

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