Blaze of Glory!
–Overview
Cymru, coal and choral singing
Set in a 1950s Welsh Valleys’ community Blaze of Glory! follows the fortunes of a small group of miners who embark upon a musical escapade by reforming their Male Voice Choir to raise spirits following a mining disaster. Led by their heroic Chorus Master and supported by the strong-willed women who stand by them, the men embark on a series of adventures: they kidnap a yodeller, take part in the historic trans-Atlantic link-up with Paul Robeson and blaze a trail to the Eisteddfodau and beyond.
Blaze of Glory! celebrates the Land of Song and how community spirit can triumph over adversity. Traditional Welsh harmonies blend with the a cappella sounds of the 1950s, operetta, gospel and big band as our intrepid band of gleemen Lindy Hop their way to glory. Join our men in blazers, for a feel-good performance which will make your heart sing.
WNO’s new productions and new commissions are supported by the John Ellerman Foundation and The Gwendoline and Margaret Davies Charity. Supported by Colwinston Charitable Trust and WNO New Commissions Syndicate
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Approximately two hours and 10 minutes with one interval
Sung in English, with surtitles in Welsh and English