The World Premiere of Three Children’s Operas
Into Opera has been working with three primary schools in Norwich as part of 2-year artistic residency Inspiring a Creative Revolution in Primary Schools. These three operas have been co-created with these schools over four months of collaborative workshops.
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The Norfolk Into Opera Festival offers an imaginative and immersive opportunity to experience opera in the surroundings of the beautiful Octagon Barn.
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If you would like to support us in ensuring the Norfolk Into Opera Festival becomes a long-lasting event in Norfolk you can help by making a donation to Into Opera or volunteering your time.
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If you would like to get involved please don’t hesitate to get in touch: info@into-opera.org.uk
THE OCTAGON BARN
Little Plumstead
The Octagon Barn is unique and the only building of its type, unchanged from its original design. It was built around the late 1600s as a non-conformist Methodist meeting chapel. The original 8 side shape sits under a magnificent open vaulted octagon roof, to give a grand central atrium.
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Ahead of all performances you are welcome to arrive early to enjoy the grounds and this beautiful setting. Our bar will be open and you are welcome to bring a picnic. Come along and experience opera in this unique and relaxed environment.
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Free parking is available on site.
HOW TO FIND THE OCTAGON BARN
Situated just 5 miles east of Norwich city centre, The Octagon Barn is easy to reach for those coming by train or taxi.
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It is situated between the villages of Great and Little Plumstead, just 1 mile from the A47. After the A1042 Postwick turning take the 1st left turn on to Church Road. Follow the road and turn right after approximately 1 mile on to Water Lane, signposted Little Plumstead. At the T junction, follow the road to the right, signposted Little Plumstead Hospital, after 100m take the next left signposted ‘Octagon’.
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The Octagon Barn sits amongst restored and converted farm buildings, north of the Octagon Park.
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The Octagon Barn, Hospital Road, Little Plumstead, Norwich NR13 5FH