A Feast of Songs and Words
A CONCERT FOR WINTER 2017
‘A Feast of Songs and Words’
‘One feast, one house, one mutual happiness’
The Two Gentlemen of Verona
(Act 5, Scene 4)
Thursday 07 December 2017, Shakespeare’s Globe 1.00pm
A Concert for Winter invites Southwark schools and community groups to come and perform on stage at Shakespeare’s Globe.
This year’s theme is ‘A Feast of Songs and Words'. We invite you to select/write a song or poem which celebrates the myriad cuisines we enjoy during the Winter season!
We suggest that you propose a first choice and a second choice piece to perform so that we have flexibility in putting together a varied and well-balanced programme. Please be aware that we reserve the right to make the final decision as to which of your song choices is most appropriate for our programme and that you will be accepted on the basis of this song: substitutions will not be permitted. Contributions should last no more than four minutes. The music can be classical or contemporary, international or local. Please note: it is not possible to use electric instruments or recordings on the Globe Stage. All music must be performed acoustically by your group.
The deadline for all applications is midday on Monday 18 September. Please contact Nyree Mellersh on or 020 7902 1478 if you have any questions.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Best wishes,
Globe Education
Project Overview – Key Dates
Wednesday 27 September 17.30-19.30 Sackler Studios, Shakespeare’s Globe:
Introduction to the project (Twilight Meeting): A chance for group leaders to meet one another, discuss ideas and plan with the Learning Projects team and the Musical Director.
Monday 02 October, Tuesday 03 October, Wednesday 04 October 17.00-18.00 (time slots as required):
Planning meetings: meetings between the Musical Director and group leaders (please note, the planning meetings are for groups requiring additional support with their pieces, they are not a compulsory part of the project).
Monday 09 October 2015 to Friday 01 December 2017:
8 Week Rehearsal period: rehearsals will be led by group leaders and take place in the school or group venue. A follow up workshop with the Musical Director may be arranged for those groups requiring additional support, if this is requested and agreed at the time of application.
Monday 04 December, Tuesday 05 December or Wednesday 06 December 2017:
60 minute rehearsal on the Globe Stage at Shakespeare’s Globe (dates and time to be agreed with groups in September).
Thursday 07 December 2017:
From 09.00: Staggered group arrival at Globe for dress rehearsal all morning
13.00: Final performance
14.15: Post-show reception for adult community groups, teachers, group leaders and Globe Education partners.
If you are able to attend the relevant sessions and follow the schedule above, and would like to be considered for inclusion in our A Concert for Winter programme, please complete and return the application form by 23:59 on Monday 18 September.
By Email:
By Post:
Nyree Mellersh
Learning Projects
Shakespeare’s Globe
21, New Globe Walk
London
SE1 9DT
Application Form
Group Details
1. Group Name:
2. Group ages/age-range:
3. Number of group members (Please be aware that we have a maximum group size of 35 participants):
4. Any further information about participants – for example the number of participants with English as an Additional Language (EAL) and relevant details of any participants with Special Educational Needs (SEN) or access needs:
5. Have you or your group ever participated in A Concert for Winter before? (Please give details).
6. Why do you want to be part of the project this year?
7. Which song would you like to perform in A Concert for Winter? Please give two options, and any details you can about musical instruments and arrangement of the piece.
First Choice:
Second Choice:
Group Leader Contact Details
Main Contact:
Group Address:
Main Contact Email:
Main Contact Mobile Phone:
Email will be the primary means of communication for A Concert for Winter 2017. We will need you to reply to all requests for information within 48 hours.
Print Name:
Signature:
Date:
If your group is a school group, we will also require the Head Teacher’s signature to confirm that they give permission for the group to attend a rehearsal and the final performance:
Print Name:
Signature:
Date: