William Shield Ten - Love, Lullabies and Longing in the Days of Shield
Fri 16 Oct · 13:00
Literary and Philosophical Society of Newcastle
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Austin Gunn and John Treherne present music from William Shield's era at the Literary and Philosophical Society of Newcastle. The recital includes love songs, lullabies, and works by composers such as Miss Mellish, Henry Harrington, and Charles Dibdin. Ticket prices range from free to £9.38.
Dive into the romance and tunes of William Shield’s era with love songs, lullabies, and heartfelt longing with Austin Gunn and John Treherne
Love, Lullabies and Longing in the Days of William Shield
Austin Gunn is a prominent British tenor, vocal tutor, director and member of the professorial staff at Trinity Laban Conservatoire, London. He has performed extensively with major opera companies, orchestras and festivals throughout the UK and internationally. He directs Rocket Opera, which has contributed greatly to the William Shield Festival through its revivals of lost Shield operatic masterpieces. Today's recital features music by Miss Mellish, Henry Harrington, Charles Dibdin, William Shield and others.
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William Shield Ten - Love, Lullabies and Longing in the Days of Shield takes place on Friday, 16 October 2026 at 13:00.
William Shield Ten - Love, Lullabies and Longing in the Days of Shield is held at Literary and Philosophical Society of Newcastle in Newcastle upon Tyne (23 Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1SE).
Tickets for William Shield Ten - Love, Lullabies and Longing in the Days of Shield range from £0 to £9.38. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Literary and Philosophical Society of Newcastle can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for William Shield Ten - Love, Lullabies and Longing in the Days of Shield can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
William Shield Ten - Love, Lullabies and Longing in the Days of Shield
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Austin Gunn and John Treherne present music from William Shield's era at the Literary and Philosophical Society of Newcastle. The recital includes love songs, lullabies, and works by composers such as Miss Mellish, Henry Harrington, and Charles Dibdin. Ticket prices range from free to £9.38.
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Dive into the romance and tunes of William Shield’s era with love songs, lullabies, and heartfelt longing with Austin Gunn and John Treherne
Love, Lullabies and Longing in the Days of William Shield
Austin Gunn is a prominent British tenor, vocal tutor, director and member of the professorial staff at Trinity Laban Conservatoire, London. He has performed extensively with major opera companies, orchestras and festivals throughout the UK and internationally. He directs Rocket Opera, which has contributed greatly to the William Shield Festival through its revivals of lost Shield operatic masterpieces. Today's recital features music by Miss Mellish, Henry Harrington, Charles Dibdin, William Shield and others.
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Literary and Philosophical Society of Newcastle23 Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1SE
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When is William Shield Ten - Love, Lullabies and Longing in the Days of Shield?
William Shield Ten - Love, Lullabies and Longing in the Days of Shield takes place on Friday, 16 October 2026 at 13:00.
Where is William Shield Ten - Love, Lullabies and Longing in the Days of Shield taking place?
William Shield Ten - Love, Lullabies and Longing in the Days of Shield is held at Literary and Philosophical Society of Newcastle in Newcastle upon Tyne (23 Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1SE).
How much are tickets for William Shield Ten - Love, Lullabies and Longing in the Days of Shield?
Tickets for William Shield Ten - Love, Lullabies and Longing in the Days of Shield range from £0 to £9.38. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Is there anywhere to stay near William Shield Ten - Love, Lullabies and Longing in the Days of Shield?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Literary and Philosophical Society of Newcastle can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for William Shield Ten - Love, Lullabies and Longing in the Days of Shield?
Tickets for William Shield Ten - Love, Lullabies and Longing in the Days of Shield can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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