Opera North: The Big Opera Mystery

Running time

Approximately 1 hour

Language

Sung in English with English subtitles

Age guidance and content warning

Aimed at Key Stage 2 (ages 7-11)

An expert thief is on the loose, and only you can catch them!

Bring your thinking-caps, your magnifying glasses and all your crime-solving skills: this is a mystery like no other, where the suspects are some of the greatest opera characters of all time ? and the detective is YOU!

This operatic extravaganza, with music played live by the Orchestra of Opera North, will give children an inspiring first encounter with opera in the spring of 2027.

Packed with music, laughter, mystery and audience participation, The Big Opera Mystery is designed to inspire curiosity, creativity and confidence while introducing children to the excitement of live opera in a fun and accessible way.

Why bring your class?

- A unique introduction to live music and opera

- Interactive storytelling that encourages participation

- Links to cross-curricular learning including music, literacy, drama and PSHE

- Live performance from the Orchestra of Opera North

- Accompanying teacher resource pack provided in advance (available from January 2027)

School Price: ?8.50 per ticket. One free teacher for every 10 pupils tickets purchased. Please contact the Groups line open Mon-Fri 9am-6pm: 0161 876 2003 to book.