Exploring the orchestra as the ultimate embodiment of teamwork, this unprecedented new work recasts the classical concert as an immersive experience.
In The Virtuous Circle, Paraorchestra perform in perfect synchronicity, playing Mozart’s Symphony No. 40 on the move, combining with dancers in an array of choreographic formations.
New compositions from Ivor Novello Award-winner, Oliver Vibrans, abstract the DNA of Mozart’s opus, delicately threading together the four iconic movements.
Upending orchestral conventions, the performance takes place on the floor of Beacon Hall rather than on stage. You can choose to watch from a vantage point in the tiers above, or wander amongst the players as they perform, dissolving the barrier between audience and performer and allowing your curiosity to inspire your experience.
This unprecedented new show invites you to the heart of the action, to experience the perfect symbiosis of an orchestra – the ultimate virtuous circle – in breathtaking surround-sound.
Co-commissioned and co-presented by BBC Proms and Paraorchestra
Charles Hazlewood Co-director & Conductor
Kyla Goodey Co-director
Tom Jackson Greaves Choreographer
Paraorchestra
Programme
Mozart Symphony No. 40
Interspersed with new compositions by Oliver Vibrans
Format: Standing and Reserved seating
Age: For all ages (Under 16s to be accompanied by an adult)
BSL interpreted
Audio-described
Performance times
Performance 1
Doors: 17:30
Start Time: 18:00
End: 19:00
Performance 2
Doors: 20:00
Start Time: 20:30
End: 21:30
All timings are approximate and subject to change.
What to expect
The Virtuous Circle will be performed on the floor and stage of Beacon Hall and performers will be on the move throughout. There are two different ways to experience the performance:
Immersive
Standing or unseated in Lower Stalls
You can expect to be amongst the action on the floor of Beacon Hall (stalls) where you can walk or wheel about freely and can choose which elements of the performance you would like to experience up close.
Seated
Reserved seats/spaces
Reserved seats are available at the rear of the Stalls, Choir Stalls, and Lower Tier. From here you can enjoy a wider view of the show.
Wheelchair users
Both Immersive and Seated options are accessible for wheelchair users. Please book a ticket according to how you prefer to experience the show.
Wheelchair users who book for the Immersive experience will be able to move freely between the Lower Stalls and Access Viewing Area in the Rear Stalls via a lift.
How to book
To book for an Immersive experience, select one of these options in the booking path:
- Stalls > Standing Only, then select Standing tickets
- Stalls > Access Areas, then select Wheelchair – Stalls tickets
To book for a Seated experience, select one of these options in the booking path:
- Stalls > then select a reserved seat in the Rear Stalls
- Choir
- Lower Tier
- Stalls > Access Areas, then select Wheelchair – Stalls tickets
Access
BSL interpreted
Audio-described
Touch Tour – 16:45 (30 mins)
- Both Immersive and Seated options are accessible for wheelchair users.
- Wheelchair spaces on the Lower Tier are in a fixed position.
- There are no fixed wheelchair spaces on the floor of Beacon Hall (Stalls). You can choose where you wish to experience the performance in this area.
- Wheelchair spaces in the Rear Stalls are in a fixed position on the Accessible Viewing Platform.
- If you need to sit for a long or short period of time for the performance, please book a ticket in one of the seated areas.
Ticket Prices
All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees
Immersive
Standing: £27.25
Wheelchair – Stalls: £27.25
Seated
Full Price: £27.25, £8.75 (limited availability)
Accessible Viewing Platform: £27.25
Access tickets include a free personal assistant ticket. Join our access register.
Discounts
20% discount for under 18s
Not available on £8.72 tickets.
Wow what a show! The Paraorchestra were all fantastic and the show felt like a cutting-edge showcase of what’s to come in the space. Awesome!
Audience comment on Trip The Light Fantastic
About Beacon Hall
Our new flagship venue at Bristol Beacon
Seating plans
Seating plans
Beacon Hall has three levels that can be used in a seated or standing format. View seating plans, auditorium entrances and exits and accessible viewing areas.
Venue information
Venue information
Take a closer look at our beautifully restored venue, see what’s on and view detailed information about the performance space.
The venue
Beacon Hall
at Bristol Beacon
Getting to the venue
Location: Beacon Hall is located within Bristol Beacon. Head to Level 1 and follow signs to find the auditorium.
Address: Bristol Beacon, Trenchard Street, Bristol, BS1 5AR
Bicycle
Bicycle racks can be found in front of the main entrance on Trenchard Street, Colston Street, and on the city centre promenade. Find your nearest cycle routes using Cycle Planner.
Car parking
Trenchard Street multi-storey car park is 200m away, directly behind Bristol Beacon.
Bristol Clean Air Zone
Bristol Beacon is inside the Bristol Clean Air Zone. Check if your vehicle will be charged and how much you’ll have to pay.
Bus
Most bus services stop in and around the city centre promenade, 250m from Bristol Beacon.
Access
Mobility
Spaces for wheelchair users are in:
- row S in the centre of the rear Stalls (10 spaces)
- row Z in the left and right wings at the back of Lower Tier (4 spaces, 2 on each side),
- rows G/H on the left only at the back of Upper Tier (2 spaces)
Assistance Dogs
Assistance dogs and emotional support animals are allowed in the performance space. Seats in row F are most suitable. If you prefer, you can leave your animal with a member of staff during the performance.
Hearing Facility
A Sennheiser MobileConnect assistive listening system is installed in the venue. Download the free App and use your own mobile device and headphones to listen to the performance. (Devices are available on request.)
Eat & Drink
Eat & Drink
We’ve got plenty of places for you to relax and refill. From coffee and cake, to delicious sharing boards, to full menus.
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