The Rite of Spring Concerts

Name: The Rite of Spring Concerts
Start: 2025-11-29T19:30:00+00:00
Location: The Totnes Civic Hall

Schedule

Sat, 29 Nov, 2025 at 07:30 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

The Totnes Civic Hall | Totnes, EN

A Weekend of Music, Workshops & Performance: Torbay Symphony Orchestra Presents The Rite of Spring in Totnes. We invite the community to an extraordinary weekend of music, creativity and exploration at Totnes Civic Hall on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th November, celebrating one of the most groundbreaking works ever written Stravinsky’s The Rite of Spring.
Alongside two full performances of the piece, the weekend offers a rich programme of workshops, open rehearsals and pre-concert talks, giving audiences of all ages the chance to get close to the orchestra and discover the world behind this iconic music.
SATURDAY 29 NOVEMBER –Free Workshops amd Open Rehearsal with Ticketed Evening Concert
10.30am–12.00pm Free entry Brass Workshop with Dave Chatterton. A practical, inspiring session led by TSO’s Principal Trumpet. Suitable for brass players of all levels, including young musicians.
2.00pm–5.00pm Free entry Open Rehearsal with the Orchestra. A rare chance to sit inside a working symphony orchestra rehearsal. Families welcome.
6.30pm Pre-Concert Talk with Sam Richards
“The Rite of Spring in Context” uncovering the folk influences, modernist ideas, rituals and symbolism behind Stravinsky’s masterpiece.
Free for concert ticket holders.
7.30pm – Evening Concert
Featuring a guided deconstruction of The Rite of Spring with live examples, projections, historical insight and dance, followed by a full performance of the work with a large symphony orchestra. Tickets available.
⭐ SUNDAY 30 NOVEMBER Family Friendly Day & Matinee Performance
10.00–11.00am Free entry Dance Workshop with Loren Gonski & Rosanna Lambert. An energetic, creative workshop inspired by the rhythms and themes of The Rite of Spring. Perfect for young dancers age 7+ and anyone who wants to explore movement.
1.30pm Pre-Concert Talk with Sam Richards.
A chance to explore the ideas behind the piece before the performance. Free for concert ticket holders.
2.30pm Family Friendly Matinee Concert
A repeat performance of Saturday’s concert with the same full forces, ideal for families, young musicians and those who prefer an afternoon event. Tickets available.
🎟️ Tickets & Information
Full details and booking for all events can be found at:
www.torbaysymphony.org/events/november/2025
Many events across the weekend are free or low cost and all are designed to welcome newcomers, families, students and anyone curious about classical music.
About the Project
The Rite of Spring is widely considered one of the greatest works of the 20th century, famous for its explosive rhythms, daring energy and its revolutionary impact on modern A Weekend of Music, Workshops & Performance: Torbay Symphony Orchestra Presents The Rite of Spring in Totnes. We invite the community to an extraordinary weekend of music, creativity and exploration at Totnes Civic Hall on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th November, celebrating one of the most groundbreaking works ever written Stravinsky’s The Rite of Spring.
Alongside two full performances of the piece, the weekend offers a rich programme of workshops, open rehearsals and pre-concert talks, giving audiences of all ages the chance to get close to the orchestra and discover the world behind this iconic music.
SATURDAY 29 NOVEMBER –Free Workshops amd Open Rehearsal with Ticketed Evening Concert
10.30am–12.00pm Free entry Brass Workshop with Dave Chatterton. A practical, inspiring session led by TSO’s Principal Trumpet. Suitable for brass players of all levels, including young musicians.
2.00pm–5.00pm Free entry Open Rehearsal with the Orchestra. A rare chance to sit inside a working symphony orchestra rehearsal. Families welcome.
6.30pm Pre-Concert Talk with Sam Richards
“The Rite of Spring in Context” uncovering the folk influences, modernist ideas, rituals and symbolism behind Stravinsky’s masterpiece.
Free for concert ticket holders.
7.30pm – Evening Concert
Featuring a guided deconstruction of The Rite of Spring with live examples, projections, historical insight and dance, followed by a full performance of the work with a large symphony orchestra. Tickets available.
⭐ SUNDAY 30 NOVEMBER Family Friendly Day & Matinee Performance
10.00–11.00am Free entry Dance Workshop with Loren Gonski & Rosanna Lambert. An energetic, creative workshop inspired by the rhythms and themes of The Rite of Spring. Perfect for young dancers age 7+ and anyone who wants to explore movement.
1.30pm Pre-Concert Talk with Sam Richards.
A chance to explore the ideas behind the piece before the performance. Free for concert ticket holders.
2.30pm Family Friendly Matinee Concert
A repeat performance of Saturday’s concert with the same full forces, ideal for families, young musicians and those who prefer an afternoon event. Tickets available.
🎟️ Tickets & Information
Full details and booking for all events can be found at:
www.torbaysymphony.org/events/november/2025
Many events across the weekend are free or low cost and all are designed to welcome newcomers, families, students and anyone curious about classical music.
About the Project
The Rite of Spring is widely considered one of the greatest works of the 20th century, famous for its explosive rhythms, daring energy and its revolutionary impact on modern music. TSO’s November weekend brings the piece to life through performance, education and hands on experiences, offering audiences a unique chance to engage with Stravinsky’s masterpiece, from every angle. weekend brings the piece to life through performance, education and hands on experiences, offering audiences a unique chance to engage with Stravinsky’s masterpiece, from every angle. https://www.torbaysymphony.org/events/november/2025