The Opus Pocus transforms entire symphonies into funny, action-packed, multimedia stories through which children can discover the magic of classical music.
Aimed at ages 7-11, our first release, 1001 Arabian Nights, stars Brian Blessed & Rory Bremner and is set to the classical music of Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov’s dazzling composition, Scheherazade.
You can subscribe to watch the 1001 Arabian Nights animation via the button below.
Also available from our shop are the audiobook, comic-book and tickets to The Opus Pocus LIVE: 1001 Arabian Nights, plus you can download our free activity pack for schools here!
The Opus Pocus transforms entire symphonies into funny, action-packed, multimedia stories through which children can discover the magic of classical music.
You can subscribe to watch the 1001 Arabian Nights animation via the button below.
Also available from the shop page are the audiobook, comic-book and tickets to The Opus Pocus LIVE: 1001 Arabian Nights, plus you can download our free activity pack for schools HERE!
- “It’s hard not to admire the ingenuity!” The Arts Desk
- “Will warm the heart of any parent or teacher!” Soundfreakz
- “My favourite bit was when he turned into a baboon!” Glyn, aged 10
Brian Blessed on The Opus Pocus and 1001 Arabian Nights:
“The script had me chuckling from start to finish, but I was also struck by how original the concept was: a children’s story written to perfectly overlay an entire symphony (and Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade is one of my favourites, by the way) as an exciting introduction to classical music? A magical idea indeed!”
Rory Bremner on The Opus Pocus and 1001 Arabian Nights:
“I loved being involved with this project – the idea of setting a funny and fast-moving script to the original music was inspired, creating a lively, engaging experience that I’ve rarely experienced in classical music productions for a younger audience. It could become a Peter and the Wolf for a new generation.”
Listen to Rory Bremner’s interview on BBC Radio 3 about The Opus Pocus!
Read Rory Bremner’s article about The Opus Pocus in The Times!
By the end of it, you will have listened to an entire symphony you clever monkey!
By the end of it, you will have listened to an entire symphony you clever monkey!
