OPERA BITES - a little slice of opera (Performances 24 February)
Ever wanted to try opera? Love musicals and shows? Enjoy a variety of well loved opera moments (and a few surprises) at our upcoming show on SATURDAY 24 February (4pm or 8pm show). The performance features a fantastic cast of twenty singers, performing short excerpts from opera to musicals. Opera Bites offers a unique opportunity to get a feed your soul. From Mozart, to Puccini and comedy to drama - there is something for everyone here!
Opera Factory will present a selection of comedic, scandalous and tragic short scenes from a variety of well-loved opera stories at the Auckland Fringe Festival on Saturday, 24 February.
“‘Opera Bites’ has been deliberately designed like a chocolate box selection, offering those new to opera a unique, affordable and accessible opportunity to get a taste of the assorted range within this type of theatre,” says Sloman. “The costumed performance includes some wonderful, light-hearted pieces to both delight and surprise the audience.”
Book your tickets today on iticket.co.nz and best be quick as limited seats are available.
About Opera Factory: A charitable trust that enables young and developing singers to learn and perform various types of opera and theatrical music. It is known for its innovative and accessible chamber opera presentations, and ‘Opera Bites’ will be no exception.
Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?
Funerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts below.
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84.3% Yes
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13.8% No
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1.9% Other - I'll share below!
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Uplands Kindergarten
Are you looking for a kindergarten for your 2, 3 or 4 year old? Uplands Kindergarten is a community based early childhood centre on the corner of Greenlane Road East and Remuera Road. We offer morning and all day sessions to meet the needs of our families. We are open all through the year.
We currently have space available in our morning sessions. Please look at our website www.uplandskindergarten.org.nz..................... or email info@uplandskindergarten.org.nz for further information.