{"title":"Royal Opera House","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the enchanting world of the \u003cem\u003eRoyal Opera House\u003c\/em\u003e children's book collection, a perfect blend of storytelling and the magical world of opera and ballet. Designed to ignite young imaginations, these books bring the excitement and artistry of the stage to life within the pages of beautifully illustrated tales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in this collection is \u003cem\u003eCurtain Up!\u003c\/em\u003e, a delightful introduction for young readers to the captivating performances and vibrant characters that make the Royal Opera House a special place. These books aim to educate and entertain, encouraging children to appreciate the arts and to explore the stories behind the scenes of grand productions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for budding performers and curious minds alike, this collection is an invitation for young readers to embark on a journey through the richly textured worlds of opera and ballet. These books are not just stories; they are an opportunity to learn, dream and discover the magic of performance art.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"curtain-up-by-royal-opera-house-9780500652510","title":"Curtain Up!","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA behind-the-scenes tour of the magnificent Royal Opera House in London, thirty minutes before curtain up, led by Figaro the cat.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIt's opening night of The Nutcracker, and the performers at the Royal Opera House in London are busy getting ready to step out onto the stage. Meanwhile, Figaro - the opera house's resident cat - is poised to take readers on a behind-the-scenes tour to meet the many people working to make tonight's performance a resounding success.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis backstage tour of the Royal Opera House takes readers from department to department to discover what's involved in putting on a performance such as \u003ci\u003eThe Nutcracker\u003c\/i\u003e. Featuring examples from key works of opera and ballet, highlights of the tour include trying on the Mad Hatter's wig from \u003ci\u003eAlice in Wonderland\u003c\/i\u003e; practising for a fighting scene from \u003ci\u003eRomeo and Juliet\u003c\/i\u003e; putting the finishing touches on the Sugar Plum Fairy's tutu; learning to 'play dead'; and creating explosions on stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIncluding an introduction to a classical orchestra, key ballet terms, and basic stage directions, the book encourages readers to explore the many ways they can get involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46993496801516,"sku":"9780500652510","price":31.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6345963482366.jpg?v=1763091888"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/royal-opera-house.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}