Events in Rochdale - Music

Chimera is presenting two operas of complete contrast in time and style, but both exploring the timeless delights of love and affection. Below is a snapshot.

‘The Telephone’ by Gian Carlo Menotti translation etc. A one-act opera comedy for two singers. Ben is trying to ask Lucy to marry him but the telephone – an awkward third party in the relationship – is always ringing at the crucial moment, and clueless Lucy is lost in endless chatter.

‘Dido and Aeneas’ by Henry Purcell – Novello Edition etc. When Aeneas and his crew are shipwrecked in Carthage, he and Dido, the Queen of Carthage, fall in love. However, when Aeneas leaves Carthage to found the new Rome, Dido dies from a broken heart.

For further information, ring 01706 639342.

Tickets are available by ringing 01706 368480 or 01706 642364 and the cost of the donation is £7.50 per ticket.

Chimera is presenting two operas of complete contrast in time and style, but both exploring the timeless delights of love and affection - 'The Telephone' by Gian Menotti and 'Dido & Aeneas' by Henry Purcell - Novello Edition.

‘The Telephone’ – A one-act opera comedy for two singers. Ben is trying to ask Lucy to marry him but the telephone – an awkward third party in the relationship - is always ringing at the crucial time, and the clueless Lucy is lost in endless chatter. ‘Dido and Aeneas’ – When Aeneas and his crew are shipwrecked in Carthage, he and Dido, the Queen of Carthage, fall in love. However, when Aeneas leaves Carthage to found the new Rome, Dido dies from a broken heart.

The Doric String Quartet - quoted "great technical finesse" by The Daily Telegraph and "made for compelling listening" The Independant.

Consisting of;

Haydn - String Quartet in B flat minor, Op 50 No 1

Janáček - String Quartet No 2 Intimate Letters

Beethoven - String Quartet in E flat, Op 74 (Harp)

Local band BLUE AURORA will perform their own melodic rock music.

A bar is also available.

Rat Pack Night in aid of Gem Appeal, limited tickets available left in aid of helping this very worthy cause - www.gemappeal.org.uk  

Cost of the evening at £20 a ticket were all profits are going to the Gem Appeal will also include: Canapes, cheese Platter and a welcome Drink.

There will be a number of games including "Blind Wine Tasting" & "Name That Tune".

The evening will feature our own Rat Pack singer with well known songs from the era. (Still trying to book Frank and Deano).

Formed in Blackburn in 1996 by John Percival (trumpet) and Alf Wentworth (clarinet) this band performs some roof-raising jazz in our new venue.

Slip Of The Tongue - Another first for Rochdale as this superb six piece band from Newcastle take stage to pay tribute to the classic music of ‘White Snake’ a must for all you ‘Coverdale’ fans!

Join the craze that’s catching on all over the world – drum circles! They’re fun, exhilarating, and no prior experience is necessary. With our drum circle facilitators, you’ll be keeping a steady beat in no time. The drum circle is for all ages, so bring the family. All you need is your hands – we’ll supply everything else.

Join the craze that’s catching on all over the world – drum circles! They’re fun, exhilarating, and no prior experience is necessary. With our drum circle facilitators, you’ll be keeping a steady beat in no time. The drum circle is for all ages, so bring the family. All you need is your hands – we’ll supply everything else.

Bonfire with fireworks display. Free event. Funfair provided by Silcocks Amusements.