Dates and Times for 2008
Birmingham NIA
Dates: 24th & 25th Novemeber 2008
Choirs arrive between 1.45–2.15pm
London 02 Arena
Date: 27th November 2008
Please note earlier times for Big Sing – Guinness World Record attempt during rehearsal.
Choirs arrive between 12.45–1.15pm
Manchester MEN
Dates: 1st & 2nd December 2008
Choirs arrive between 1.45–2.15pm
Belfast Odyssey Arena
Date: 4th December 2008
Choirs arrive between 1.45–2.15pm
Sheffield Arena
Dates: 8th & 9th December 2008
Choirs arrive between 1.45–2.15pm
For all Arenas
2.45pm
Rehearsal commences (Late choirs will miss start) Once the rehearsal has started children should not go to the toilets in large groups as this can be extremely distracting. Neither should children ever go by themselves Small groups of up to 5 are advised.
5.30pm
Rehearsal for the choir ends and children can take one hour tea break. Children will need to bring packed tea or if they would like to buy any food/drinks the arena food outlets will be open during this period. Children must not leave the arena.
6.30pm
Children must be back in their designated seats ready for the Concert.
7.00pm
Concert commences.
9.15pm
Concert ends. All children must remain in their seats until audience has dispersed. Coaches will return to school where the children will be collected by parents. Any variation to this arrangement must be agreed with the teacher in charge.