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Music from the Movies by Candlelight
Join world-renowned London Concertante as they bring us on a stunning red carpet ride of iconic movie soundtracks. From aliens and spies to dinosaurs and war heroes – this evening promises to be an exciting exploration of the power of film music, packed with all of your family favourites made famous by Hollywood! This exceptional program will include dazzling excerpts from George Lucas’ epic space opera ‘Star Wars’, Steven Spielberg’s iconic ‘Jurassic Park’, harrowing ‘Schindler’s List’ and fantastical ‘ET’, along with other cinematic masterpieces such as ‘Mission: Impossible’, ‘Skyfall’ and ‘The Godfather’, to name a few! Generations of us have been inspired by movie soundtracks for decades, so this concert is guaranteed fun for the whole family!
London Concertante: A Night at the Opera by Candlelight
If you're looking for a romantic candlelit experience, want to enjoy some classical music greats then this is the concert for you! London Concertante present a sensational evening at the opera with an array of the finest opera arias and overtures, including works from Puccini, Verdi, Rossini, and Mozart – some of the best from Madame Butterfly, Turandot, Tosca, The Barber of Seville, Carmen, Cosi fan Tutti and so much more. Presented by Candlelight with some of the country’s greatest opera singers in the stunning setting, this truly is an evening not to be missed!
Vivaldi's Four Seasons & Lark Ascending by Candlelight
London Concertante brings Vivaldi’s masterpiece to life in a wonderful concert featuring gems of baroque music. This concert features Vivaldi’s Four Seasons; a jewel of the composer’s extraordinary ability to illustrate moods as diverse and contrary as violent winds or birdsong, fox hunts and drunken stumbles! We combine this with one of the most beautiful pieces for the violin, Vaughan-Williams’ transcendental "The Lark Ascending", which takes you on a journey to the heights of poetic nature’s landscapes. A stunning concert celebrating the virtuosity of the violin in all its forms.
Spies by Candlelight: Music from James Bond
Step into a thrilling candlelit evening filled with the unforgettable music of James Bond. Performed by the renowned London Concertante and featuring three exceptional singers, the concert brings beloved Bond classics to life, from Diamonds are Forever to No Time to Die. It's an unforgettable experience for Bond fans and music lovers alike.
London Concertante presents Bond by Candlelight - 26th June, Norwich Cathedral
Step into an evening of candlelit excitement with London Concertante, with some of the best loved themes from James Bond performed by our fabulous ensemble and three brilliant singers, this evening is sure to be more than 007 out of 10! UK-based chamber orchestra, London Concertante, is joined by three incredible singers to perform in the majestic surroundings of some of the countrys most gorgeous cathedrals. With swooping arches and incredible acoustics, this is Bond as youve never experienced it before. From the sumptuous strings of 'No Time to Die' to the iconic themes of 'Goldeneye', 'Writings On the Wall', 'From Russia with Love', and many more, this evening promises excitement, escapism, and grandeur. So don the diamonds and dust off the black tie to join us for an unforgettable evening of well-loved music and thrilling drama! Programme to include: Skyfall No Time to Die Goldfinger Diamonds are Forever From Russia with Love Writing's on the Wall Goldeneye and more!
Shakespeare Festival - Twelfth Night
One of Shakespeares best-loved comedies will be performed in Norwich Cathedrals Cloister this summer as Twelfth Night takes to the stage for this years Shakespeare Festival. The Lord Chamberlains Men will perform the show on Friday 4 July 2025 at the annual open-air theatre event which is always a summer highlight at the Cathedral. Audiences will be transported to Shakespeare's Illyria and the court of Duke Orsino for this wonderful romantic comedy about love in all its guises, mistaken identity and the hilarious mayhem that ensues! The Lord Chamberlains Men are a modern-day incarnation of the Bards own travelling troupe of players, and they will be performing Twelfth Night just as it would have been played out in Shakespeares day - with an all-male cast, Elizabethan costumes and traditional music and dance. The Lord Chamberlains Men will perform Twelfth Night in Norwich Cathedrals Cloister on Friday 4 July 2025 at 7pm. Tickets cost 22 plus booking fee. Seating is provided but unreserved. Doors will open at 6pm for people to enjoy the beautiful surrounds of the Cloister before the show and Bread Source will be selling refreshments. We are pleased to be able to offer a free essential companion ticket to people with a disability who would be unable to attend without an essential companion. Please email [email protected] for further details. Please note that tickets are non-refundable and bookings cannot be amended once made.
Home Education Day - Mosque and Cathedral
This day includes a visit to Rose Lane Mosque to hear from a Muslim colleague about how worship happens at the Mosque, about the pillars of Islam and about Hajj. There will be a chance to see the Mosque and to ask questions. We will introduce this back at the Cathedral and walk to and from the Mosque together with the group. NB. children will be asked to take shoes off in order to visit the Mosque and adult females encouraged to cover their heads as a mark of respect. The day is aimed at ages 7-13 and includes lots of hands-on activities as well as ideas to continue your learning at home. This day runs 10am-1pm (with a short snack break) and costs 4.50 per child. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Home Education Day - Pilgrimage Experience
This day is looking at the practice of pilgrimage and why Christians make pilgrimage journeys today as well as how/why they did this in the past. We will focus on the journey between Norwich and Walsingham which is an ancient pilgrim route and explore key principles which make a journey a pilgrimage. The day will also involve reflective activities and walking the labyrinth. The day is aimed at ages 7-13 and includes lots of hands-on activities as well as ideas to continue your learning at home. This day runs 10am-1pm (with a short snack break) and costs 4.50 per child. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Midsummer Mozart

Midsummer Mozart

7 Jun 2025 - 7 Jun 2025

Mozart Great Mass in C minor, Laudate Dominum, Ave verum corpus Handel Organ Concerto Op 4 no 4 in F Haydn Insanae et vanae curae Norwich Cathedral Chamber Choir Norwich Baroque Rebecca Lea & Ruth Provost Soprano Rory Carver Tenor Dhilan Gnanadurai Bass David Dunnett Organ Ashley Grote Conductor Join us for this rare opportunity to hear what is widely considered to be one of Mozart's greatest works, the Mass in C minor, performed by Norwich Cathedral Chamber Choir and Norwich Baroque. Doors and timings Please note, entry is via the Hostry. Doors will open at 6.15pm. The recital is expected to end at approximately 8.30pm. There will not be an interval of approximately 20 minutes, during which refreshments will be available to purchase from our friends at Bread Source. Accessibility information We are pleased to be able to offer free essential companion tickets to those with a disability who would be unable to attend this event without an essential companion. To request an essential companion ticket, please email [email protected] before booking. Companion tickets cannot be guaranteed if requested after booking. We also offer free companion tickets for wheelchair users, which can be purchased via Ticketsource. Please note that dogs are not permitted at the performance, with the exception of guide dogs. Refunds and Exchanges Policy Please note that tickets are non-refundable and bookings cannot be amended once made.
Organ Concert: Wayne Marshall

Organ Concert: Wayne Marshall

18 Jun 2025 - 18 Jun 2025

Join us as we welcome renowned conductor, pianist and organist Wayne Marshall to Norwich as he kicks off our programme of Wednesday evening recitals. Doors and timings Please note, entry is via the Hostry. Doors will open at 6.15pm. The recital is expected to end at approximately 8.30pm. There will not be an interval. Accessibility information We are pleased to be able to offer free essential companion tickets to those with a disability who would be unable to attend this event without an essential companion. To request an essential companion ticket, please email [email protected] before booking. Companion tickets cannot be guaranteed if requested after booking. We also offer free companion tickets for wheelchair users, which can be purchased via Ticketsource. Please note that dogs are not permitted at the performance, with the exception of guide dogs. Refunds and Exchanges Policy Please note that tickets are non-refundable and bookings cannot be amended once made.
Organ Concert: David Dunnett

Organ Concert: David Dunnett

16 Jul 2025 - 16 Jul 2025

Join us as Cathedral Organist David Dunnett gives a recital of works perfect for a mid-summer's evening. Doors and timings Please note, entry is via the Hostry. Doors will open at 6.15pm. The recital is expected to end at approximately 8.30pm. There will not be an interval. Accessibility information We are pleased to be able to offer free essential companion tickets to those with a disability who would be unable to attend this event without an essential companion. To request an essential companion ticket, please email [email protected] before booking. Companion tickets cannot be guaranteed if requested after booking. We also offer free companion tickets for wheelchair users, which can be purchased via Ticketsource. Please note that dogs are not permitted at the performance, with the exception of guide dogs. Refunds and Exchanges Policy Please note that tickets are non-refundable and bookings cannot be amended once made.
Organ Concert: Andrew Lumsden

Organ Concert: Andrew Lumsden

13 Aug 2025 - 13 Aug 2025

Join us for this summer's evening recital given by Andrew Lumsden, Director of Music at Winchester Cathedral. Doors and timings Please note, entry is via the Hostry. Doors will open at 6.15pm. The recital is expected to end at approximately 8.30pm. There will not be an interval. Accessibility information We are pleased to be able to offer free essential companion tickets to those with a disability who would be unable to attend this event without an essential companion. To request an essential companion ticket, please email [email protected] before booking. Companion tickets cannot be guaranteed if requested after booking. We also offer free companion tickets for wheelchair users, which can be purchased via Ticketsource. Please note that dogs are not permitted at the performance, with the exception of guide dogs. Refunds and Exchanges Policy Please note that tickets are non-refundable and bookings cannot be amended once made.
Organ Concert: Ashley Grote

Organ Concert: Ashley Grote

10 Sept 2025 - 10 Sept 2025

Join us as Organist & Master of Music Ashley Grote gives the next in our series of evening organ concerts. Doors and timings Please note, entry is via the Hostry. Doors will open at 6.15pm. The recital is expected to end at approximately 8.30pm. There will not be an interval. Accessibility information We are pleased to be able to offer free essential companion tickets to those with a disability who would be unable to attend this event without an essential companion. To request an essential companion ticket, please email [email protected] before booking. Companion tickets cannot be guaranteed if requested after booking. We also offer free companion tickets for wheelchair users, which can be purchased via Ticketsource. Please note that dogs are not permitted at the performance, with the exception of guide dogs. Refunds and Exchanges Policy Please note that tickets are non-refundable and bookings cannot be amended once made.
Organ Concert: Christopher Too

Organ Concert: Christopher Too

1 Oct 2025 - 1 Oct 2025

Join us for the next in our series of evening organ concerts, given by Norwich Cathedral's Assistant Organist, Christopher Too. Doors and timings Please note, entry is via the Hostry. Doors will open at 6.15pm. The recital is expected to end at approximately 8.30pm. There will not be an interval. Accessibility information We are pleased to be able to offer free essential companion tickets to those with a disability who would be unable to attend this event without an essential companion. To request an essential companion ticket, please email [email protected] before booking. Companion tickets cannot be guaranteed if requested after booking. We also offer free companion tickets for wheelchair users, which can be purchased via Ticketsource. Please note that dogs are not permitted at the performance, with the exception of guide dogs. Refunds and Exchanges Policy Please note that tickets are non-refundable and bookings cannot be amended once made.
Organ Concert: Graham Thorpe

Organ Concert: Graham Thorpe

5 Nov 2025 - 5 Nov 2025

Join us as Assistant Master of Music Graham Thorpe gives the next in our series of evening organ recitals. Doors and timings Please note, entry is via the Hostry. Doors will open at 6.15pm. The recital is expected to end at approximately 8.30pm. There will not be an interval. Accessibility information We are pleased to be able to offer free essential companion tickets to those with a disability who would be unable to attend this event without an essential companion. To request an essential companion ticket, please email [email protected] before booking. Companion tickets cannot be guaranteed if requested after booking. We also offer free companion tickets for wheelchair users, which can be purchased via Ticketsource. Please note that dogs are not permitted at the performance, with the exception of guide dogs. Refunds and Exchanges Policy Please note that tickets are non-refundable and bookings cannot be amended once made.
Radiohead by Candlelight

Radiohead by Candlelight

2 May 2025 - 8 Nov 2025

Step into an evening of candlelit excitement with London Concertante! Listen to some of the best tracks from Radiohead albums performed by this fabulous ensemble, the evening is sure to be incredible! UK-based chamber orchestra, London Concertante, will be performing in the majestic surroundings of some of the country's most gorgeous cathedrals. With swooping arches and incredible acoustics, this is Radiohead as you've never experienced it before. This evening promises excitement, escapism, and grandeur. So, get dressed for the occasion, and get ready to hear Radiohead with a twist, a performance like no other.
Specialist Tour : The South Faade

Specialist Tour : The South Faade

7 May 2025 - 7 May 2025

This tour will commence at the easternmost end of the cathedral and, whilst we proceed westwards, the stunning Norman and Gothic architecture of the exterior will be described. The tour visits the cloister and from here the facts regarding the strikingly beautiful architectural features of the tower, spire and south prospect of the nave will be revealed. If you like quirky and curious tales mixed in with historical facts - this tour is the tour for you! If you have binoculars, please bring them with you as this may help with viewing details of the architecture. The tour will last for 90 minutes and will be adapted to cope satisfactorily with wet weather. Please note, our specialist tours alwayssell out quickly so make sure you book a ticket straight away. The tour starts at 2.15pm on Wednesday 7th May Arriving for the tour Please ask a member of the welcome or donations team when you arrive, and they will direct you to the starting point for the tour. Tickets costs just 7.00 plus a small booking fee. Please note that tickets for specialist tours are non-refundable
Specialist Tour : A Royal Progress

Specialist Tour : A Royal Progress

7 May 2025 - 7 May 2025

Royal Connections and Involvement with Norwich Cathedral from its Foundation to the 18th Century. This tour will travel chronologically through the history of the Cathedral, in the context of the wider world with visits by and the involvement and influences of the likes of: William I in the 11th century to William III and Mary II in the 17th century, stopping at Richard II, Henry V, Catherine of Aragon, Elizabeth I, and many other monarchs, as we explore their connections with the cathedral. Please note, our specialist tours alwayssell out quickly so make sure you book a ticket straight away. The tour starts at 11.15am on Wednesday 7th May. Arriving for the tour Please ask a member of the welcome or donations team when you arrive, and they will direct you to the starting point for the tour. Tickets costs just 7.00 plus a small booking fee. Please note that tickets for specialist tours are non-refundable
Specialist Tour VE Day 80th Anniversary: Through Turbulent Times
How wars have shaped Norwich Cathedral, from Agincourt to Korea. To mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, this tour will explore the warfare-related events and people commemorated in the cathedral throughout its history, from the battle of Agincourt up to the 20th century, with a particular focus on the period of the Second World War. Please note, our specialist tours alwayssell out quickly so make sure you book a ticket straight away. The tour starts at 10.15am on Thursday 8th May. Arriving for the tour Please ask a member of the welcome or donations team when you arrive, and they will direct you to the starting point for the tour. Tickets costs just 7.00 plus a small booking fee. Please note that tickets for specialist tours are non-refundable
Talk: VE Day 80th Anniversary: The Norwich Blitz
Visitors to the cathedral often ask whether Norwich suffered at all during the Second World War. The answer often surprises them. The city was blitzed heavily, particularly during 1942, suffering major damage and the loss of many lives. In commemoration of the 80th anniversary of VE Day, this talk will explore details of the bombing of Norwich, and particularly how the cathedral was targeted and saved on the night of 26-27 June 1942. The talk starts at 12.15pm on Thursday 8 May. Tickets costs just 7.00 plus a small booking fee. Please note that tickets for this talk are non-refundable. Arriving for the talk Please speak to a member of the welcome and donations team when you arrive in the Hostry, and they will direct you to the Weston Room.
Whitney

Whitney

9 Oct 2025 - 9 Oct 2025

Experience the Magic of Whitney - The Candlelight Concert Prepare for an electrifying night as Xperience Live presents - Whitney - The Candlelight Concert - bringing you the unforgettable music of Whitney Houston in a tribute like no other! This breathtaking show will feature a world-class live band & incredible vocalist, Marcia Lynette, delivering Whitneys greatest hits with an amazing passion and energy. In the glow of hundreds of candles, this iconic Cathedral will be brought to life for you to feel the thrill of Whitney's iconic songs, including "I Wanna Dance with Somebody," "One Moment in Time," "I'm Every Woman," and "I Will Always Love You," performed with the dynamic presence of a live band. From soaring ballads to dance-floor anthems, every note will immerse you in the power and emotion of her legendary catalogue of hits. This is more than a concert - its an experience that captures the heart and soul of Whitney Houston. Secure your tickets now, and dont miss this incredible show!

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