Jan McNulty Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 I've picked this up from the website: https://www.brb.org.uk/post/audition-notice-children-wanted-nutcracker-royal-albert-hall 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarkd3 Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 Does anyone have knowledge of what this would entail if chosen? Think my little DD would love it but don’t want to even apply for an audition if it wasn’t feasible! 🙈 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunrise81 Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 On the website there is a rehearsal schedule. For us from the north it isn't feasible, plus school hasn't broken up for the two days in December so I would have to take days off unpaid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarkd3 Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 1 hour ago, sunrise81 said: On the website there is a rehearsal schedule. For us from the north it isn't feasible, plus school hasn't broken up for the two days in December so I would have to take days off unpaid Thanks for the heads up about the rehearsal schedule, I've emailed for further clarity! 😊 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Living2dance Posted July 20, 2018 Share Posted July 20, 2018 This is an amazing opportunity and so lovely that they are doing it again this year. It is unlike anything else to perform at the Royal Albert Hall. Anyone thinking about the commitment- go for it, you will not be disappointed if your child gains a place Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsMoo2 Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 Anyone else doing this? I’m a bit confused as I thought the auditions were at Urdang in London but I’ve had a message to say it’s Birmingham? My dancer is at the top end of the max height but they said to go along anyway. Hopefully be a good experience. xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Living2dance Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 7 minutes ago, MrsMoo2 said: Anyone else doing this? I’m a bit confused as I thought the auditions were at Urdang in London but I’ve had a message to say it’s Birmingham? My dancer is at the top end of the max height but they said to go along anyway. Hopefully be a good experience. xx The audition was at Urdang last year and I understand that it is this year too. Check the info as unless its come from BRB then I would say it will still be Urdang. You go on the site and book a place and then you receive an email to confirm time/place etc. My daughter did this last year and it was an amazing experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darkbeans Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 Our e mail says Urdang next Sunday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tutugirl Posted September 3, 2018 Share Posted September 3, 2018 My pupils email says Urdang next Sunday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsMoo2 Posted September 3, 2018 Share Posted September 3, 2018 Had e mail today, ours is Sunday 16th at Urdang. Anyone know how easy it is to find via tube? We’d be coming down from the North just for the day into Euston I’m guessing? Hope to see you there...xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vonrothbart Posted September 3, 2018 Share Posted September 3, 2018 On 20/07/2018 at 15:48, Living2dance said: This is an amazing opportunity and so lovely that they are doing it again this year. It is unlike anything else to perform at the Royal Albert Hall. Anyone thinking about the commitment- go for it, you will not be disappointed if your child gains a place It was a marvellous experience for us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darkbeans Posted September 3, 2018 Share Posted September 3, 2018 We’re getting the train in to Farringdon and from there it’s a 10 minute walk. That’s easiest for us coming up from the south. Not sure what’s best from Euston. There are several tube stations nearby looking at the map, and Kings Cross isn’t far either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms Sunshine Posted September 3, 2018 Share Posted September 3, 2018 We walked from Angel tube station last year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan McNulty Posted September 3, 2018 Author Share Posted September 3, 2018 Arriving into Euston (or Kings Cross) I would get the tube to Angel. I estimate from the tube station it would be a good 20 minute walk but you could get the bus. I know the 19 and 38 go down Rosebery Avenue. If you get the bus don't forget that you cannot use cash - you need either an Oyster card or a contactless debit card. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsMoo2 Posted September 6, 2018 Share Posted September 6, 2018 Thanks guys! I’m like a country mouse when it comes to big cities!! (North Walian!) 😂😂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darkbeans Posted September 9, 2018 Share Posted September 9, 2018 Thank goodness for this thread. My husband rang me in a panic from East Croydon earlier - the Bedford train stopping at Farringdon was cancelled. The chap at the station had given him an alternative way to get to Farringdon, but it was going to take to long and they would miss the audition 😵. Thanks to this thread I was able to tell him to head to Kings Cross and then get the northern line to Angel. They made it in time! Thanks all 😊! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarkd3 Posted September 9, 2018 Share Posted September 9, 2018 Wow! You've got a brave husband taking DD to an audition, my husband struggles with dance classes! 🙄 Hope it went well for your DD, we're there next Sunday.....first time doing anything like this! 😳 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darkbeans Posted September 9, 2018 Share Posted September 9, 2018 5 hours ago, Clarkd3 said: Wow! You've got a brave husband taking DD to an audition, my husband struggles with dance classes! 🙄 Hope it went well for your DD, we're there next Sunday.....first time doing anything like this! 😳 I’m not sure he was that keen (particularly as he had to do her hair etc as well!) but he braved it 😂. DD had a lovely time - particularly enjoyed the repertoire. I have to say though, looking in detail at the rehearsal schedule, even if she were to be chosen I think we’d struggle to do it - 4 Wednesday evening rehearsals in Birmingham would be a challenge, being that we live in Cornwall 🤦♀️!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarkd3 Posted September 9, 2018 Share Posted September 9, 2018 17 minutes ago, Darkbeans said: I’m not sure he was that keen (particularly as he had to do her hair etc as well!) but he braved it 😂. DD had a lovely time - particularly enjoyed the repertoire. I have to say though, looking in detail at the rehearsal schedule, even if she were to be chosen I think we’d struggle to do it - 4 Wednesday evening rehearsals in Birmingham would be a challenge, being that we live in Cornwall 🤦♀️!! Wow even hair! Ahh glad your Dd enjoyed it, the chances are so remote that a good day out is the aim of our trip! 😊 I thought the Wednesday evening rehearsals were in Covent Garden when I made enquiries back in July....we live near Birmingham so wasn’t too sure how we’d do it but decided to cross that bridge if and when! X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsMoo2 Posted September 9, 2018 Share Posted September 9, 2018 We’re in North Wales so not sure how we would do it, but DS is looking forward to the audition experience! Like all these things there is probably very little chance of getting in so he just enjoys the days for what they are now. Bit worried we will hit cancellations etc on the trains next week. Best charge the phone for emergency re routing! 😆😆 DS said to ask how many boys were there today? 👍👍 xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darkbeans Posted September 9, 2018 Share Posted September 9, 2018 1 hour ago, Clarkd3 said: I thought the Wednesday evening rehearsals were in Covent Garden when I made enquiries back in July... My husband was given a sheet with the specific times and dates of all rehearsals (I can dm you a copy if you like!) All rehearsals until the performance dates are listed as Birmingham. 27 minutes ago, MrsMoo2 said: Bit worried we will hit cancellations etc on the trains next week. Best charge the phone for emergency re routing! 😆😆 DS said to ask how many boys were there today? 👍👍 xx Definitely check the trains - they quite often do works on the weekend so as not to affect commuters. I did check about a week ago and didn’t spot any mention of anything! DD said there were about 20 children in her audition group, of which 2 were boys. X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsMoo2 Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 7 hours ago, Darkbeans said: My husband was given a sheet with the specific times and dates of all rehearsals (I can dm you a copy if you like!) All rehearsals until the performance dates are listed as Birmingham. Definitely check the trains - they quite often do works on the weekend so as not to affect commuters. I did check about a week ago and didn’t spot any mention of anything! DD said there were about 20 children in her audition group, of which 2 were boys. X Thank you, that would be fab. Just before I spend £100 on train tickets! Lol! 😆😆😆 xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarkd3 Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 7 hours ago, Darkbeans said: My husband was given a sheet with the specific times and dates of all rehearsals (I can dm you a copy if you like!) All rehearsals until the performance dates are listed as Birmingham. Definitely check the trains - they quite often do works on the weekend so as not to affect commuters. I did check about a week ago and didn’t spot any mention of anything! DD said there were about 20 children in her audition group, of which 2 were boys. X Ahh thank you, that's really good of you but we're all set for Sunday now so I'll get one there 😊 Nearly didn't plan to audition though because of the stated Wednesday evening rehearsals in London! X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsMoo2 Posted September 10, 2018 Share Posted September 10, 2018 15 hours ago, Clarkd3 said: Ahh thank you, that's really good of you but we're all set for Sunday now so I'll get one there 😊 Nearly didn't plan to audition though because of the stated Wednesday evening rehearsals in London! X Might see you there, we’ve booked our train and just planning our picnic! Looking at the trains we get there early so just seeing if there’s much else to do in the area for an hour or two! 👍👍👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarkd3 Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 15 hours ago, MrsMoo2 said: Might see you there, we’ve booked our train and just planning our picnic! Looking at the trains we get there early so just seeing if there’s much else to do in the area for an hour or two! 👍👍👍 Yes just booked ours too, we are there mid afternoon! Also hoping to find something to do in the area as can’t risk sightseeing! ☺️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan McNulty Posted September 11, 2018 Author Share Posted September 11, 2018 There are nice cafes and bars and a couple of interesting shops in Exmouth Market on Rosebery Avenue. If the weather is nice you could walk up to Sadler's Wells and walk through the rather attractive squares at the back of the theatre. We usually stay in the Travelodges on Kings Cross and Faringdon Roads. It's a lovely 15 minute walk from there through Percy Circus and beyond to Sadler's Wells. I think you are also about a 20 minute walk from the British Museum (or the 19 & 38 buses go very close to there). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsMoo2 Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 1 hour ago, Jan McNulty said: There are nice cafes and bars and a couple of interesting shops in Exmouth Market on Rosebery Avenue. If the weather is nice you could walk up to Sadler's Wells and walk through the rather attractive squares at the back of the theatre. We usually stay in the Travelodges on Kings Cross and Faringdon Roads. It's a lovely 15 minute walk from there through Percy Circus and beyond to Sadler's Wells. I think you are also about a 20 minute walk from the British Museum (or the 19 & 38 buses go very close to there). Thanks for this info, DS would like to go to the M&M shop but I think this is miles away! Lol! Priorities of an eleven year old! 😂😂😂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan McNulty Posted September 11, 2018 Author Share Posted September 11, 2018 21 minutes ago, MrsMoo2 said: Thanks for this info, DS would like to go to the M&M shop but I think this is miles away! Lol! Priorities of an eleven year old! 😂😂😂 The number 19 bus would get you from Rosebery Ave to Leicester Square area in about 20 minutes... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsMoo2 Posted September 13, 2018 Share Posted September 13, 2018 Thank you! 👍 Silly question but does everything run on a Sunday?? Round here we are lucky to get any transport to anywhere on a Sunday! Lol!! 😆😆😆 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
margarite Posted September 13, 2018 Share Posted September 13, 2018 10 minutes ago, MrsMoo2 said: Thank you! 👍 Silly question but does everything run on a Sunday?? Round here we are lucky to get any transport to anywhere on a Sunday! Lol!! 😆😆😆 Everything runs on a Sunday, there just tends to be slightly longer gaps between buses and tubes arriving. The TFL website has a really good journey planner (I still use it even though I’ve lived here for most of my life). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsMoo2 Posted September 14, 2018 Share Posted September 14, 2018 Thanks Margarite, he got dressed for school double time quick this morning so it could be Sunday quicker! 😆😆 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarkd3 Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 On 13/09/2018 at 09:34, MrsMoo2 said: Thank you! 👍 Silly question but does everything run on a Sunday?? Round here we are lucky to get any transport to anywhere on a Sunday! Lol!! 😆😆😆 Mrs Moo2, did you get there successfully? I hope your DS enjoyed the experience? I did look out for a mum and son but failed to spot a good match! My Dd was very nervous but enjoyed the class so now on our way home to begin another school week! 🙄 xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flora11 Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 Hope all the children enjoyed today. DS had such fun last Sunday. Did they say when results will be out? Hope we don’t have too long to wait! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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