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Scottish Opera - Access Don Pasquale

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Scottish Opera - Access Don Pasquale

About Scottish Opera - Access Don Pasquale

15th November 2024
3pm
Festival Theatre Edinburgh
13/29 Nicolson Street , Edinburgh South EH8 9FT
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Don Pasquale runs a crumbling boarding house in Rome with a chain-smoking chambermaid, an ancient porter, and a greasy cook for company. Determined to keep his fortune to himself, Pasquale decides to marry, spiting his nephew Ernesto. But, when he finds a bride, he discovers that married life is not as simple as he expected...

With Dementia Friendly values at their core, these shortened performances are open to all. Performed by a full cast and orchestra, they also feature a presenter to introduce the story, characters and music from the opera. There are wheelchair spaces and extra staff on hand to help. There is also a smaller capacity to allow everyone space, and brighter lighting levels in the auditorium, giving you the flexibility and freedom to move about as required.

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