In Parenthesis is young British composer Iain Bell’s adaptation of the epic poem by Welsh poet, writer and artist David Jones. Private John Ball and his comrades are posted to the Somme.
In Mametz Wood they enter a strange realm – outside of time, dream-like but deadly. Rather than simply reporting the horrors of the Somme, In Parenthesis dares to offer hope. Even here amongst the destruction, a fragile flowering of regeneration and re-birth can be found.
Bell’s beautiful score combines traditional Welsh song with moments of otherworldliness, terror, humour and transcendence. David Pountney’s period production is both an evocation and a commemoration of the events of the Somme.
To find out more about In Parenthesis and the original epic poem on which it is based, visit WNO’s dedicated website. or watch actor Michael Sheen read an excerpt from the poem here.
Price
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We offer a range of discounts and concessions to enable everyone to enjoy an affordable visit to Birmingham Hippodrome. For further queries on the information below please contact Ticket Sales on 0844 338 5000.
GROUPS
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Price Bands A,B,C
Groups 10+ £47, £41, £34.50
Groups 20+ £46, £40, £33.50
Groups 35+ £45, £39, £32.50 plus 1 FREE ticket
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Price Band A+ Circle rows A-K
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FIRST NIGHT 16-24 YEAR OLD’S MEMBERSHIP
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CONCESSIONS FOR PASSPORT TO LEISURE, CLAIMANTS AND OVER 60s
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STUDENT AND PASSPORT TO LEISURE STANDBY
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Discounts and Concessions are offered subject to availability at the discretion of the Information and Sales Manager. Top three price bands only, unless otherwise stated. Restrictions may apply. Only one discount per ticket may apply, unless otherwise stated. Offers are non retrospective and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Valid ID must be presented where applicable. Additional discounts may be offered from time to time.