Belfast Operatic Company

Very sad to hear of the passing of our dear friend and member Ken Hamilton this evening - an absolute stalwart of the musical theatre scene.

Ken was the most welcoming, funny and caring man, and no matter what the situation, was always game for a “wee turn” in any show. Often times you’d watch a show and wonder just what he’ll pop up as in this or that one.

An endearing personality both on and off stage who touched many lives, we know he will be remembered by all who met him. Thoughts and prayers with Maureen and the family.

How exciting to have had a visit from (Valjean) and (Javert) from the Arena Spectacular. The two visited rehearsals for “Les Misérables” and gave our Valjeans and Javerts some advice on the confrontation.

Pictured here:
(Javert), (Javert), (Valjean), (Choreographer), (Director) with Bradley and Killian at the rehearsal studios.

We’re delighted and exceptionally proud that both the Arena Tour and the Let the people sing project kick off the 40th anniversary celebrations here, with thanks to - what a year for theatre in Belfast!

Calling all stage schools!
Do you have any children who would love the opportunity to shine in the 40th Anniversary amateur production of ‘Les Miserables’? We’re looking for boys and girls aged 8 - 12 years old to play key roles within the show and be featured in the ensemble.

Auditions will take place on the 20th October, and we’re asking each school to register interest in sending 4 boys and 4 girls to audition for the show. Casting for the roles of Little Cosette, Little Eponine and Gavroche will be done on this day, as well as other ensemble parts.

Register online at https://bit.ly/boclmkids to register interest and receive further info.

We kicked off staging rehearsals for ‘Les Miserables’ yesterday with “At The End Of The Day” for the full ensemble, with Director musical director .sco and choreographer leading our cast through this huge opening prologue.

Tickets for Les Mis are flying out the door with just over 70% sold, if you haven’t booked yours yet, what are you waiting for? Don’t miss out on this spectacular 40th anniversary celebration of one of theatres greatest musical masterpieces.

Book at;
https://www.goh.co.uk/whats-on/les-miserables-let-the-people-sing

On sale now, we’re back with guests Belfast Pops Orchestra for another night of Christmas music and song!

A Night of Christmas Music | 07 December 2024 | Ulster Hall The award-winning Belfast Operatic Company is returning to the Ulster Hall, Belfast with 'A Night Of Christmas Music and Song' on 07 December 2024!

First rehearsal for ‘Les Misérables’ last night and already the show is sounding phenomenal!

- 4th - 8th March 2025, available online at GOH.co.uk

Tickets are flying out the door for the UK amateur premiere of the world’s favourite musical, have you got yours? We promise this is one you won’t want to miss!

https://www.goh.co.uk/whats-on/les-miserables-let-the-people-sing

Wow - tickets are flying out the door for this! We’ve sold almost 3000 in our first week - have you got yours?

Don’t miss out and book now for Les Mis - with a fantastic cast from throughout Northern Ireland, you won’t want to miss this celebration of 40 years of the iconic musical.

✨ General Sale Now Open - Les Misérables: Let The People Sing ✨

Come and hear the people sing from 4 - 8 March 2025 at the Grand Opera House.

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On sale now to gold friend, pre-sale for those registered opens tomorrow!

✨ ON SALE NOW - Les Misérables: Let The People Sing ✨

For the first time, by special permission from Cameron Mackintosh and Music Theatre International, Belfast Operatic Company in collaboration with two other societies and the Grand Opera House Trust, bring you the amateur premiere of Boublil and Schönberg’s epic musical triumph - after 40 years it is time to Let The People Sing!

🕕 Gold & Silver Friends, on sale now
🕕 Bronze Friends, on sale: Wed 14 Aug, 10am
🕕 General sale: Fri 16 Aug, 10am

Come and hear the people sing from 4 - 8 March 2025 at the Grand Opera House.

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Want to be first in line to get your pick of the best seats for “Les Miserables”? Sign up to our exclusive pre-sale here and you’ll hear all about it! https://mailchi.mp/f9e271e81bdb/les-miserables-pre-sale

With final recalls fast approaching, this is going to be a stunning production made up of the best talent Northern Ireland has to offer - you won’t want to miss it!

On behalf of the Les Miserables Let the People Sing Production Team a huge thank you to all who braved the auditions and gave their all, to the new Chairperson, Jordan for orchestration the meet and greet teams over the 5 days and to are other company representatives for their contribution also.

It has been a long and interesting journey with so much talent to choose from.

The selections (after much deliberations) to move forward to the final auditions on 11th August will be notified later today.

Commiserations to those who will no doubt be disappointed but who hopefully will still wish to be involved and congratulations to those with a recall.

Please remember - these final auditions are for principal roles only. The minor roles and ensemble will be selected after August 11th so keep those fingers crossed.

Who are we rooting for tonight? Whats the call?

Come on England football team, BRING IT HOME! ⚽

Day Three of initial auditions for “Les Miserables” complete and wow, what talent we have here in Northern Ireland! This is going to be a spectacular production.

Notification of recalls coming out today - please check your emails / spam boxes! Also be aware that not recieving a recall doesn’t mean you won’t be involved in the show.

If you have been recalled, please be on time. We’ve two full evenings planned, and expect to be very busy! You should also be prepared to perform all the requested pieces from the audition pack.

Thank you to EVERYONE who auditioned, you’ve given the production team a huge task.

As preparations continue for Les Mis with another weekend of auditions, we’re very excited this weekend that our Musical Director Colin Scott is in London working with the West End Cast and conductor / musical supervisor Stephen Brooker! Stephen has a huge list of credits to his name, having worked on some of the biggest shows and with the biggest names.

Have you signed up for our pre-sale? It’s going to be the hottest ticket in town! Register here to be first in the know - https://mailchi.mp/f9e271e81bdb/les-miserables-pre-sale

Attention all Les Miserables hopefuls! You will have been emailed an audition number - if you haven’t received this, check your junk mail!

Looking forward to seeing the first batch of you this Sunday - to the barricades!

We loved bringing this tale to life last year, glorious music and a poignant story to tell. Happy anniversary! Now back to Paris…

Happy Anniversary to our original animated The Hunchback of Notre Dame. It’s been 28 years, followed by multiple, beautiful stage adaptations. I’m so proud of this work and everyone involved in each of the versions. Thank you to the fans, worldwide, who continue to love and support this gem.

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Less than one week to register for auditions… do you hear the people sing?

Join us for this unique celebratory production of Les Miserables next year, a once in a lifetime opportunity.

We’ve been asked are we performing the full show of “Les Miserables”, and the answer is yes!

Let the people sing is the name of the wider UK project with 10 other productions happening around the UK for the first time ever.

And yes, Open Auditions means anyone can take part from all over the Island of Ireland.

Open Audition registration closes next week, if you’re interested in being part of it, throw your hat in the ring!

🇫🇷🥖🇫🇷 want to join us on stage for this one? Audition registration is open for just one week more!

How you could be part of the Northern Ireland cast of ‘Les Misérables’ Belfast Operatic Company is one of eleven groups throughout the UK invited to lead produce a new staging of the show.

Could you be the next Rachelle Ann Go or Anne Hathaway? With Les Miserables - Let The People Sing, we’re looking to create the best reflection of our theatre community across the island with open auditions.

We would encourage people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, genders and sizes to audition. Casting will be inclusive, equitable and fair, so put your best foot forward on audition day and you’re in with a shot.

This is the people’s musical and we want to see and represent YOU! Are you our Fantine? Join us for this fantastic project celebrating community theatre.

Check our project page for further details; https://belfastoperatic.org/productions/les-miserables-comes-to-belfast-and-you-could-be-part-of-the-cast/

Let the people sing!