AN interactive display exploring the creative process behind a unique railway opera was launched today (Friday, November 28)
The display, at Locomotion: The National Railway Museum at Shildon, County Durham, gives a greater insight in to the making of the multi-media opera Steamsong.
On July 3, 1938, the A4 Class locomotive Mallard set a new world steam record when it reached speeds of 126mph.
The record has never been broken by any other steam locomotive and Steamsong was commissioned by the National Railway Museum and Durham County Council to celebrate the 75th anniversary of this momentous day.
Supported by Arts Council England, the work was previewed at Locomotion during the Mallard 75 celebrations in February, and premiered at the Gala Theatre, Durham, during BRASS: Durham International Festival.
Written and directed by acclaimed composer John Kefala Kerr, Steamsong is a poetic evocation of steam culture, its power and possibility.
It encourages audiences to consider the relationship between industry, national identity and social change.
Locomotion: The National Railway Museum at Shildon is open daily from 10am to 4pm.
Admission and parking are free.
For more information, contact 01388 771439 or visit nrm.org.uk/locomotion
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