Episode #1.2 - Production & Contact Info (original) (raw)

Before rehearsals begin, Gareth wants to expose the chorus members to an opera - for most, their first ever - and takes them into London see a production of "La bohème", which will give them an idea of the scope of their undertaking. After...See moreBefore rehearsals begin, Gareth wants to expose the chorus members to an opera - for most, their first ever - and takes them into London see a production of "La bohème", which will give them an idea of the scope of their undertaking. After rehearsals start, Gareth knows that he has a challenge in getting the chorus up to speed in learning the music within two month's time before technical and dress rehearsals begin. Gareth also learns the technical challenges in staging an opera, where the chorus must also learn to act and move on-stage, all the while still singing. As such, the chorus members' time is taken up equally if not more by the other creative team members. Gareth, John and Nicholas are all concerned that they won't have enough time in getting the chorus up to speed. As the end of the two months approaches, it becomes obvious to Gareth that some of his chorus members are having difficulties and are on the verge of quitting or not making the cut. Some of these members are those that Gareth had real hopes for, including Kiya, Louis, Stefan and especially Korrel. Gareth also realizes that some of the problems the chorus faces are his fault as being a novice chorus master. Before rehearsals move from the rehearsal hall to the main stage, the chorus face who may be their toughest critic, Glyndebourne's Executive Chairman, Gus Christie, who has opera in his blood. Written by Huggo See less