Friday 15 December 2023, 7.30pm
- Saffron Hall
- Nearly full
- Tiered seating
BBC Big Band: A Swinging Christmas
BBC Big Band: A Swinging ChristmasPresented by Saffron Hall
The internationally acclaimed BBC musicians and their evergreen conductor return with a Christmas cracker of a programme.
Your favourite carols are given the swing treatment alongside popular seasonal hits such as Santa Baby, I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm, Baby It’s Cold Outside, and Diana Krall’s version of Jingle Bells. Star vocalist Emer McParland regularly guests with orchestras and bands at home and abroad, as well as being the voice of many familiar film soundtracks, but her first love is big bands and here she returns to her musical heartland. Mixed with a selection of sparkling big band classics this is the perfect swinging start to the celebrations.
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Performance information
Running time
Content warnings
Age Guidance 7+
This event is not recommended for children under 7 years old
Booking information
Seating style
This event has tiered stalls and balcony seating
Discounts
Ten for £10
Transport
Shuttle bus
Pre-show shuttle bus will be operating from Audley End Station to Saffron Hall. This service is free to use, with no need to book in advance
Programme and performers
Performers
- BBC Big Band
- Barry Forgie conductor
- Emer McParland vocals
Information for your visit
Friday 15 December 2023, 7.30pm
Schedule
All timings are approximate and will be updated closer to the show date. Please check the website on the day of the performance for up-to-date information.
Latecomers can usually be admitted at a suitable gap within the performance.
Pre-show shuttle bus
6.30pm - 7.30pm
Operating from Audley End Station to Saffron Hall. This service is free to use, with no need to book in advance.
When to arrive
6.30pm - 7.15pm
We have over 400 free parking spots for anyone driving.
Foyer opens
6.30pm
Enjoy a drink at the bar before the auditorium opens.
Auditorium opens
7pm
Get your tickets ready for checking, find your seats, sit back and relax.
Show starts
7.30pm
Interval
Interval (20 mins)
Show ends
9.50pm (approx)
Post-show shuttle bus
9.50pm – 10.50pm
Operating from Saffron Hall to Audley End Station
Content warnings
Age Guidance 7+
This event is not recommended for children under 7 years old
Location
Saffron Hall
Transport
Shuttle bus
Additional information
Drinks
Cloakroom
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