SNAPPY Magic Flute (Hartlepool) Tees Valley Music Service x Royal Opera House

The collaboration between the Tees Valley Music Service (TVMS) and the Royal Opera House (ROH) to produce Mozart's The Magic Flute has been a remarkable achievement, marking the ROH's largest outreach project to date. Bringing together over 1500 children from across Teesside, this project showcased the exceptional talents of local children and teachers, culminating in a series of five performances. The initiative provided an invaluable opportunity for children to engage with professional musicians and singers, fostering a lifelong appreciation for the arts.
The culmination of the project was a series of five performances featuring around 1500 children from Tees Valley schools. These performances were a testament to the hard work and dedication of all involved, providing the children with a platform to showcase their talents alongside professional musicians and singers. The performances were not only a display of musical skill but also a celebration of the collaborative spirit fostered throughout the project.
Feedback from teachers underscores the significant impact of the project on the children. One teacher remarked, "The day was an incredible opportunity for the children to sing with live musicians and ROH performers. It showed them what is possible and where music can take them in life. It really strengthened their aspirations for the future." Another noted, "It was such a privilege for the children to be a part of these sessions and sing alongside amazing opera singers and an amazing orchestra. For the children to hear opera singers was so enriching and definitely broadened their horizons to the different genres of music."
Teachers also highlighted the project's effectiveness in engaging students and enhancing their understanding of opera. One teacher said, "It gave the children so much more understanding of opera and definitely encouraged an interest in them that could be built upon. The session was very engaging and very well led, and the children responded really well to the challenges they were given."
The Tees Valley Music Service collaboration with the Royal Opera House on The Magic Flute has been an outstanding success, demonstrating the profound impact of inclusive arts education. Through comprehensive teacher training, engaging workshops, and inspirational performances, the project has made a lasting impact on all participants, showcasing local talent and fostering a lifelong appreciation for the arts. The project's success was further bolstered by strong partnerships and community involvement, underscoring the value of collaboration in achieving educational and artistic excellence.