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New Access show has created a special version of Mozart's Don Giovanni from Scottish Opera for a more relaxed experience at Eden Court on Friday afternoon


By Margaret Chrystall


This week there is a first for Eden Court from Scottish Opera which is offering a new Access afternoon show of Mozart’s Don Giovanni, specially created for those who enjoy a more relaxed theatre experience.

Lea Shaw and Roland Wood in Don Giovanni. Picture: Mihaela Bodlovic
Lea Shaw and Roland Wood in Don Giovanni. Picture: Mihaela Bodlovic

Everyone is welcome, particularly those who are living with dementia, recovering from an operation, have breathing difficulties, have a young baby, can only travel to the theatre in the daytime, or would simply benefit from the laid-back and spacious nature of these productions.

The fully-staged, shorter version of Mozart’s opera runs alongside the company’s full-length performances in the north directed by Sir Thomas Allen at Eden Court.

With doors opening 45 minutes before the start, it allows time to get settled in before the performance begins.

Brighter lighting levels in the auditorium will allow audience members to come in and out as they please, and there is no need to keep quiet or sit still during the show.

Quiet areas will also be made available if audience members need a break during the performance, with the option to watch from TV screens around the theatre if they do not wish to sit in the auditorium.

There are wheelchair spaces and extra staff on hand to help.

Rebecca Holt, Eden Court chief executive, said: ‘We’re delighted to be offering one of Scottish Opera’s Access shows at Eden Court for the first time as part of the upcoming run of Don Giovanni. These performances offer a chance to experience the show in a more relaxed environment, which we hope will help in making people feel more comfortable returning to the theatre or giving opera a go for the first time.”

The show is at Eden Court on Friday, May 27 at 3pm. For more information visit www.scottishopera.org.uk/shows/access-don-giovanni/


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