**Pop-up Opera 2024: A Scottish Opera Experience**

This summer, Scottish Opera invites you to immerse yourself in the enchanting world of opera with its Pop-up Opera 2024 series. Running from 25 May to 29 June, the series will bring the magic of opera to various locations across Scotland, including Perth, Falkirk, Wigtown, Moniaive, Ayr, West Kilbride, Whiting Bay, Coatbridge, Bishopbriggs, Shotts, Lochcarron, Balintore, Helmsdale, Stromness, and St Margaret's Hope.

**About the Show**

Pop-up Opera 2024 offers a unique opera experience with specially-created 30-minute performances of "The Merry Widow" & "Don Giovanni". These performances are designed to captivate audiences of all ages, featuring two singers, instrumentalists, and a beautiful set of illustrations that bring the stories to life. 

**A Little Bit of The Merry Widow** and **A Little Bit of Don Giovanni** are cleverly rewritten versions of beloved classics. The former is the ultimate romantic comedy, while the latter tells a moody story of one man’s fate. Both operas have been arranged by Derek Clark, with words by Allan Dunn, ensuring an engaging and accessible opera experience.

**Show Details**

- **Running Time:** Approximately 30 minutes for each opera.
- **Language:** Performed in English, making it accessible to a wider audience.
- **Suggested Age Guidance:** Suitable for audiences of all ages.
- **Ticket Price:** £7 per 30-minute show, booked separately. Special double-bill performances on Friday 14th June and Wednesday 19th June are available for £12.
- **Concessions:** Free tickets for essential companions and job seekers. Babes in arms attend free with no ticket required.
- **Access:** Step-free access for all performances, which are held indoors.

**Cast & Creatives**

The performances feature a talented cast and creative team, including storyteller Allan Dunn, soprano Jessica Leary, baritone Andrew McTaggart, cellist Andrew Drummond Huggan, guitarists Sasha Savaloni and Ian Watt, and illustrator Essi Kimpimäki.

**Join Us**

Don't miss this opportunity to experience opera in a new and intimate setting. Whether you're a long-time opera lover or new to the art form, Pop-up Opera 2024 promises to be a memorable experience for all. Book your tickets now and be part of a summer filled with music, storytelling, and the timeless beauty of opera.

Ian Watt

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28 - 29 Jun, 2024

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