Noye’s Fludde: The Rest is Noise…

Posted on 14 October 2013 · 2 Comments

The Guardian Newspaper has created a lovely short film of the dress rehearsal for the production of Noye’s Fludde that I designed earlier this year. The performances took place in the magnificent Tewkesbury Abbey, and were part of the Cheltenham Music Festival, of which I was guest director.

This film is part of an ongoing series called “The Rest Is Noise”, which started as a book on 20th century music by Alex Ross (music critic for The New Yorker) and became a series of South Bank concerts, and now films.

In the film you’ll see glimpses of the designs, and meet some of the team involved. It was the most extraordinary, unforgettable experience and I’m very grateful to have a souvenir of this magical and moving pageant of pictures and music.

Just click on the link HERE:

http://www.theguardian.com/music/video/2013/sep/25/benjamin-britten-noyes-fludde-video

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James Mayhew

James is the creator of the much-loved Katie and Ella Bella Ballerina series and has written or illustrated many other books, including Koshka’s Tales, Mouse & Mole (by Joyce Dunbar) and Gaspard the Fox (by Zeb Soanes). Alongside his work in publishing, James performs live on stage during concerts for children, combining live classical music, storytelling and art.

2 responses to “Noye’s Fludde: The Rest is Noise…”

David

17 October 2013

Happy memories. I’ve steered clear of several opportunities to hear more Fluddes this year – having NEVER encountered it live before yours – because I want this one to resonate. As its Wagnerian climax always will…

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1. James Mayhew
  
  18 October 2013
  
  You are far too kind. And of course this was a hugely collaborative effort. But I’m touched by your alliegence. It resonates with me too, for many reasons… and leaves me wanting more!
  
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