The BBC programme Songs of Praise is bringing its travelling Big School Assembly to Gateshead later this year, with a massed singalong due to be recorded for a special edition of the long‑running series.
Event and ticket information
The production will take place at The Glasshouse, Gateshead on Wednesday 7 October. Doors are scheduled to open at 6pm, the event will begin at 7pm and is expected to conclude by 10pm.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Show | Songs of Praise: Big School Assembly (recording) |
| Venue | The Glasshouse, Gateshead |
| Date | Wednesday 7 October |
| Doors | 6pm |
| Start / Finish | 7pm / by 10pm |
| Tickets | Free (via LostinTV) |
What to expect
The Big School Assembly format invites a large audience to join in singing well‑known assembly anthems. The show will be presented by Aled Jones and will feature guest contributors who will share memories of school assemblies. Last year’s nationwide poll to find the nation’s favourite assembly song produced a closely fought top three — Shine Jesus Shine, Give Me Oil in My Lamp and Lord of the Dance — with Shine Jesus Shine declared the winner.
- Tickets are free and available from LostinTV.
- There is no minimum age for entry, but under‑18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
- The event will be recorded for broadcast as part of Songs of Praise.
Local impact and practical notes
The recording will bring a television production to a central cultural venue in Gateshead, offering residents the chance to appear on a national programme and take part in a community singing event. Those planning to attend should secure tickets in advance through the distributor and note the advised timings to avoid disappointment.
As with any filmed event, attendees may be recorded and the final edit will be scheduled for later broadcast on BBC One as part of Songs of Praise’s programming. Parents and guardians are advised to supervise young people at all times during the evening.
Further logistical details, including any accessibility arrangements or last‑minute changes, will be published by organisers and the venue in the lead‑up to the October date.
