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Extra Open Day for the Elgar Festival

The Firs will be open two extra days this week to celebrate the Elgar Festival taking place.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

The Firs will be open two extra days during May Half-Term to celebrate the Elgar Festival taking place.

On Tuesday 27 May a Young Singers Masterclass will be taking place at The Firs – see 6 talented young singers work with April Fredrick and Ian Verables. Learn the secrets of the singers’ craft, discover how a composer brings text to life, and explore the amazing relationship between singer and collaborative pianist. Please note timings and how to book are available on the Elgar Festival website.

On Thursday 29 May there will be a ‘Hidden Music’ film screening in the Carice Room, the screening will be preceded by a performance of Venables ‘Three Pieces for Violin’ and followed by a Q and A session with Ian hosted by Classic FM’s Zeb Soanes. Please note timings and how to book are available on the Elgar Festival website.

The Elgar Festival runs from Saturday 24 May – Sun 1 June where activities across Worcestershire will take place in celebration of one of Britain’s greatest composers.

More information on these events and how to book can be found on the Elgar Festival website (https://elgarfestival.org/)

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

Check admission prices

The basics

Booking details

Please visit the Elgar Festivals website https://elgarfestival.org/

Meeting point

Carice Room

Accessibility

The Firs centre is accessible for most people. Please see full information on our website's access statement.

Other

The events taking place are run by the Elgar Festival, for more information please visit https://elgarfestival.org/

Upcoming events

Event

Festival of Blossom at The Firs: Elgar's Birthplace 

Celebrate the Festival of Blossom at The Firs: Elgar's Birthplace this spring, online and onsite.

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on
3 May to 5 May 2025
at
10:00 to 16:30
+ 2 other dates or times
Event

An Audience with Corinne 

Listen to cellist Corinne Frost playing cello music by British composers including Elgar. Corinne will also take music requests (classical or not) and might even create a sound portrait for you.

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on
10 May to 14 Jun 2025
at
11:30 to 12:15
+ 1 other date or time
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May half-term at The Firs 

This half term at The Fir, tick off some 50 things to do before you’re 11 ¾. Dotted around the garden there will be fun family activities to take part in.

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on
24 May to 1 Jun 2025
at
10:00 to 16:30
+ 7 other dates or times
Event

Tai Chi at the Firs with Golden Threads 

Discover the art of well-being through Tai Chi, guided by the Stevanovitch method. These energetic classes are designed to promote health, relaxation, and a sense of presence, offering a perfect balance of strength, flexibility, and inner calm.

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on
30 May to 25 Jul 2025
at
14:30 to 16:30
+ 2 other dates or times