Discover Peter and the Wolf & The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra with NSOI

Embark on a captivating musical adventure with the National Symphony Orchestra Ireland as they bring two beloved classics to life in a family‑friendly concert film. Under the masterful baton of conductor Gavin Maloney, the orchestra opens with Sergey Prokofiev’s timeless “Peter and the Wolf,” reimagined through enchanting shadow puppetry by Maeve Clancy and Neasa Ní Chuanaigh, inviting audiences of all ages to follow the tale of courageous children and their majestic friends. The journey continues with Benjamin Britten’s masterful composition “The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra (Op. 34)”. Presenting as a witty narrator, Jessie Grimes takes viewers through the orchestra’s rich palette of sounds, linking each instrument to its role in the magical world created on stage. This film blends storytelling, visual art, and orchestral brilliance into a mesmerizing experience—an ideal set‑up for families and music lovers alike, and a must‑watch for anyone looking to see how timeless music can be re‑invented for a new generation. Details & tickets.