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Son-et-Lumiere Rehearsal

1964 , Norwich (Norfolk)

Cat no. 213364

An Anglia Television news report on rehearsals for a 'Son-et-Lumiere' performance at Norwich Cathedral.

A large musical ensemble and choir rehearse a choral piece in preparation for a series of 'Son-et-Lumiere' performances celebrating the history of Norwich Cathedral. The rehearsals are watched over by Ian Emmerson, Director of Productions at Maddermarket Theatre, who had previously produced the Cathedral's first ever 'Son-et-Lumiere' show in 1960. Interviewed by an Anglia correspondent, Emmerson explains the reasons for a return performance, including the desire to re-record some pieces and the addition of a new finale featuring a Vaughan Williams arrangement of the 'Old 100th' hymn. He also discusses the 1960 run, which was badly hit by the weather, but was extended to ensure a sufficient profit to benefit the Cathedral restoration. Outlining the performance, he describes it as a spectacle of sound and light, where the story of the Cathedral is told in dramatic episodes by actors from the Maddermarket Theatre, along with Leo McKern as the narrator and Stonemason. Emmerson also discusses the lighting effects, with 300 lighting units used to highlight particular elements of the building in this 'beautiful and dramatic spectacle.'

Featured Buildings

Norwich Cathedral

Keywords

Cathedrals; Choral music; Music; Performaning arts; Theatre

  • Production company : Anglia Television

Manifestations

Son-et-Lumiere Rehearsal

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    0:03:30
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    15/10/2011
    Parts
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    0:03:30
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    0:03:30
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    Reference
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    Unknown
    Carrier Type
    master digital
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    Duration
    0:03:39
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    Modification Date
    09/11/2009
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    Barcode
    INV233915
    Canonical Identifier
    2006/1002
    Canonical Title
    Unknown
    Carrier Details
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    16mm film
    Colour Type
    bw
    Has Image
    Y
    Has Sound
    Y
    Identifier
    Image Polarity
    unknown
    Modification Date
    27/11/2007
    Parts
    Reference
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    Sound
    sound
    Sound System
    mag stripe

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