Things to do this weekend in Leeds, Bradford, Halifax, London, Scotland, Ireland and more

I had a lovely time in Marrakesh, Morocco and I hope you have all had a lovely week.

Here is my usual weekly blog post with ideas of things to do this weekend:

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Watch, learn and perform with us       Spring is finally here and it brings a range of activities for children to get involved in. From interactive performances to workshops and online activities, there's lots coming up to inspire and entertain!   Take a look at what's in store...     Interactive performances...     Stile Antico: Reasons to Sing Tue 2 Apr, 3pm, Howard Assembly Room Young people and their families are invited on a musical adventure with early music ensemble Stile Antico. Expect vocal warm-ups, a chance to sing in the round, body percussion and more for a brand new piece of music! Recommended for ages 7-16.     Family Ceilidh | Lau-Land Sun 19 May, 2pm, Howard Assembly Room As part of Lau-Land Festival, an all-action, family-friendly ceilidh. Everyone is welcome, whether it’s your first time or you’re an old-hand, we'll have you dancing across the floor like a pro!         Get involved and learn with us...     Little ONes: Hansel and Gretel 3 weekly sessions on 10, 17 and 24 May Bring your Little ONes to explore the wonderful world of opera, in sessions designed especially for your babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers.       Book a taster session with the Opera North Children's Chorus 17 & 24 Apr at the Howard Opera Centre The Opera North Children’s Chorus (ONCC) provides children aged 8-11 with exciting opportunities to further their musical education and talent through the support of a professional opera company.       Support us...    Every child deserves the chance to experience the uplifting power of music. From 19-26 March, help us to transform lives through In Harmony, and your donation will be doubled through the Big Give.     Explore at home...     Musical Hand Kite   Make your own hand kite and use it as you listen to music. Can you make the kite’s movements match the sounds you hear?   Recommended for children age 5+.     Explore the Natural World   Explore nature and discover pieces of music that were written about things we may find or experience within our world. Recommended for children age 7+.     Opera North Ltd. Howard Opera Centre 8 Harrison Street Leeds LS1 6PA Box Office: 0113 223 3600 Registered Charity No. 511726 © Opera North 2024

Hi, Your Domino week begins on Tuesday with our first-ever Domino Big Fat Quiz and concludes with The Ben Powling Quartet Playing John Coltrane. Please continue reading for our lineup, our break-even, and this week's Domino winner. Much Love The Domino Team NEWS   You may have noticed the Tuesday Club logo popping up recently. Tuesday Club won't always be music-based, we plan on using it as a platform to showcase a whole load of great things happening in the Arts and drinks world. Next up on Tuesday 19th March is The Domino Big Fat Quiz. Our glorious friend Jacob Savage has put together something truly unique with a full band of players testing your listening skills to get you thinking outside the (juke)box. With a whole bunch of fun and creative rounds this is a night you wont forget and is head and shoulders above what you think a music quiz could be. Just wait till you see the kazoo round……. We recommend teams of 4, tickets are £10 per person and we also have some class prizes up for grabs too. This is not your average pub quiz, this is how The Domino does a quiz. Tickets are very limited, grab yours via the link below.   Tickets   2023 DOMINO WEEKLY GIVEAWAY   Every week, one reader from our mailing list gets a limited-edition, engraved 2024 Domino which gets you free entry on paid nights, a welcome cocktail with every visit to the club and a queue jump with one friend.   This week's winner is…Stephen Pashby We'll be in touch via email.   BREAK-EVEN   Macallan  Speyside 15 year old 43.0% ABV  The Macallan 15 Year Old Double Cask is single malt Scotch whisky that has been aged for a minimum of 15 years in two different types of oak casks. The first cask is made from sherry seasoned American oak, while the second cask is made from sherry seasoned European oak. The American oak casks bring sweet notes of vanilla and toffee, while the European oak casks impart hints of dried fruit and oak spice. Our Price £5:32 Usual Price  £23:63     THIS WEEK LIVE AT THE DOMINO     SATURDAY - FUNK & GROOVE   6:00pm - 8:15pm The Joe Moore Band The Joe Moore Band will be kickstarting your Saturday with 2 sets of blues, Pop, Funk, and maybe a Reggae tune or two.   Advance Ticket   8:30pm - 11:00pm The James Brander Trio   The James Brander trio return with 2 sets of soul-soaked pop, funk and blues.   Advance Ticket   11:15pm - 2am Brand New Bag      Brand New Bag are a brand new band from Leeds, U.K featuring some of the Yorkshire city's funkiest faces. They formed in early 2023 for an on-going residency at Leeds' hottest late-night spot for all things jazz, funk & soul, The Domino Club.   Advance Ticket   SUNDAY - HARDBOP   7:30pm - 10:30pm  The Ben Powling Quartet Play John Coltrane Although John Coltrane passed away over 50 years ago, his music is as relevant today as ever. Coltranes dark brooding Sax playing Is arguably the most recognizable in jazz. Tonight Ben Powling and his quartet will pay their homage to one of the greats.   Advance Ticket   Facebook Instagram Website Email       The Domino Club, The Grand Arcade, Leeds (map)

Sondheim @ Seven Our Spring Sessions continue on Saturday 23rd March, 4-6pm with The Sweet Sorrows. Celtic charm and edge, together with soft harmonies create an Americana/Celtic/Roots fusion. Based in Co. Wexford, Ireland, The Sweet Sorrows are veteran Irish Duo. Seven Bar. PWYF. Organised by Mewl Music. Also on Saturday 23rd March, 7pm, South Asian Arts UK - Raga @ 7: Tohfa - A Gift. This spring concert features next generation gems of talent to emerge from Leeds, presenting their first solo performances on sitar and santoor. £15 plus concessions. On Sunday 24th March, 1.30-4pm, JazzLeeds – Conservatoire Collection 2024 (part 1) presents three groups from the final year of the Leeds Conservatoire Jazz Course playing some of their assessment pieces to our jazz audience. Come and see the stars of tomorrow! £10 /£8 concessions. Also on Sunday 24th March, 7pm, Flamenco de Leeds – Cadiz de Ida y Vuelta. Flamenco style and folklore with the characteristic flavour of Cadiz evolved from the shared history of South American and Caribbean folk.  £20 And finally, on Sunday 17th March, 7pm, the Sunday Quiz. Test your knowledge in a relaxed atmosphere – a great way to end the weekend with friends. Seven Bar. £5 per team entry with prizes. Where the event is ticketed, tickets are available at TicketSource via www.sevenleeds.co.uk  We  look forward to seeing you at Seven very soon. Every £ spent at Seven helps support high quality arts in a local setting.  follow on Twitter | friend on Facebook | forward to a friend  Copyright © 2024 Seven Arts Leeds, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Seven Arts Leeds 31(a) Harrogate Road Chapel Allerton Leeds, West Yorkshire LS7 3PD United Kingdom

 

 

 

Get gaming this March While the museum is temporarily closed for our transformational redevelopment, we’re bringing our Yorkshire Games Festival events and family film screenings to venues in Bradford. Keep scrolling to see where we’ll be this month.

 

Yorkshire Games Festival

 

 

Yorkshire Games Festival: Let's Play! 9–10 March, 10.00 – 16.00, the Broadway Shopping Centre Yorkshire Games Festival will be taking over the Broadway with free activities and gameplay opportunities for the whole family. Test new projects from Northern developers and experience brand new games made on your doorstep or work as a team to try to crack the code with frantic dashing and button bashing in Codex Bash.  There's also the opportunity to sit back and relax or challenge your friends and family with some classic couch co-op favourites.   Find out more

 

 

Cinema fun for everyone

 

 

Pictureville Presents: Kids' Club While our Pictureville and IMAX cinemas are temporarily closed, we are running Pictureville Presents—an off-site cinema and events programme, based at The Studio next to the Alhambra Theatre. In exciting news, our Kids' Club is returning with £3 tickets —find out more about the films available below.

 

Sonic the Hedgehog (PG) Sat 9 March, 11.00 Everybody’s favourite speedy hedgehog teams up with a policeman to save the world from an evil scientist.   Book now Song of the Sea (PG) Sat 16 March, 11.00 A young boy discovers that his little sister is a 'selkie' who needs to free fairy creatures trapped in the modern world.    Book now

 

Gnomeo and Juliet (U) Sat 23 March, 11.00 Everybody’s favourite speedy hedgehog teams up with a policeman to save the world from an evil scientist.   Book now Alice in Wonderland (PG) Sat 29 March, 11.00 In this imaginative retelling of the iconic story, Alice returns to the whimsical world she first encountered as a young girl..   Book now

 

 

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Celebrate Easter and bring family and friends to Bradford Libraries

 

 

Celebrate Easter and bring family and friends to Bradford Libraries to join in with our Easter activities this coming holiday. Bradford Libraries are free to use and have thousands of books for families to enjoy ranging from board books to novels and everything in between. Our new Easter books are arriving soon and will complement the family activities we have to offer. Libraries will be reading stories and singing rhymes and there will be craft activities including making fluffy bunnies, designing Easter eggs, decorating bird houses, building Easter baskets, and creating Easter plant pots. Easter Egg hunts will also take place at Menston Library on Thursday 21 March at 3.30pm and Manningham Library on Friday 22 March at 1.30pm. Eccleshill Library are having an Easter Trail around the library throughout the day, just drop in to take part on Saturday 30 March. Baildon Library and Holme Wood Library will be offering Easter crafts throughout the Easter break for children and families to dip in and enjoy. A full list of all the activities in libraries for Easter is outlined below: Manningham Library Fri 15 Mar 1.30pm Rhyme Time & Fluffy Bunnies Crafts Manningham Library Mon 18 Mar 4.00pm Story Time & Easter Egg Crafts Menston Library Thurs 21 Mar 3.30pm Easter Egg Hunt & Easter Egg Crafts Manningham Library Fri 22 Mar 1.30pm Rhyme Time & Easter Egg Hunt Wibsey Library Sat 23 Mar 11.00am Story Time & Easter Crafts Manningham Library Mon 25 Mar 4.00pm Story Time & Bird House Crafts Wilsden Library Tues 26 Mar 11.00am Easter Crafts Eccleshill Library Tues 26 Mar 2.00pm Easter Egg Decorating Crafts Shipley Library Tues 26 Mar 2.00pm Story Time & Easter Baskets Thornton Library Weds 27 Mar 11.00am Easter Fluffy Bunny Crafts Heaton Hub Library Thurs 28 Mar 10.30am Easter Crafts Ilkley Library Thurs 28 Mar 2.00pm Easter Crafts Bingley Library Thurs 28 Mar 2.15pm Rhyme Time & Easter Crafts Clayton Library Sat 30 Mar 10.30am Story Time & Easter Egg Crafts City Library Sat 30 Mar 11.00am Story Time & Easter Egg Crafts Keighley Library Sat 30 Mar 11.00am Story Time & Fluffy Bunnies Crafts Silsden Library Weds 3 Apr 2.00pm Story Time & Easter Eggs Crafts Ilkley Library Thurs 4 Apr 2.00pm Easter Crafts Please check with the library for booking arrangements before setting out.

 

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GET A SPRING IN YOUR STEP AT THE PIECE HALL WITH ACTIVITIES FOR RAMADAN AND EASTER

There are free arts and crafts, our traditional family Easter trail plus Ramadan activities at The Piece Hall over the Easter holidays.   Our fantastic independent shops, cafes and bars are open every day! There are stores on all three floors, so make sure you fully explore them all!

FAMILY EASTER TRAIL DAILY FROM SAT 23 MARCH Find the clues to complete the challenge! Book online to guarantee your spot then collect your trail from the Visitor Centre before searching The Piece Hall shops and claiming an egg-citing chocolate treat at the end!   BOOK NOW     HENNA WORKSHOP  WED 27 MARCH Come and join a Henna workshop as part of our Ramadan programme. Participants will be given a brief history of henna and its importance before learning methods of application. Everyone will have a go at simple lines and shapes and building up to basic patterns.  Suitable for adults 18+   BOOK NOW     DECORATED CHOCOLATE EGG FAMILY WORKSHOP THU 28 MAR   Children will get to decorate their own gorgeous chocolate half-egg courtesy of The Chocolate Box. Book online and then head to the Visitor Centre.    BOOK NOW     FREE FAMILY RAMADAN CRAFTS TUE 2 AND THUS 4 APRIL  12 - 2pm Come to this free drop in workshop and explore your creativity.  Make a beautiful Tasbeeh in these family friendly craft sessions.     READ MORE   FREE FAMILY DROP IN EASTER CRAFTS TUES 26 MARCH 12 - 2  Get creative this Easter holiday with this free family craft drop-in session. Egg-cellent fun for all the family. Please go to the Visitor Centre.   READ MORE     RAMADAN STORY TELLING WED 27 MARCH Join us on a journey of miracles and faith as you hear fantastic tales inspired by Ramadan and Islamic history. Everyone is welcome to learn and engage in the culture and importance of this Holy month of Islam.  Children will get the opportunity to dress up and try some delicious dates. Suitable for children aged 5-11   BOOK NOW     FREE FAMILY CREATE AND CRAFT SAT 30 MARCH - 6 APRIL  Make cards, pictures and more in this free fun family drop-in workshop suitable for all ages. Workshops run from 12-2pm. Just head to the Visitor Centre     READ MORE     ARABIC CALLIGRAPHY WORKSHOP WED 3 APRIL  Learn the history of Arabic Calligraphy and its religious and cultural importance.  Have a go with a traditional reed pen, ink pot, and coated paper to take home. Suitable for adults 16+   BOOK NOW

EXTEND YOUR EASTER STAY! The team at Visit Calderdale have put together some ideas for two full days of fun in the area! Check out the most exciting things to do with kids this Easter.   READ MORE       Copyright © 2023 The Piece Hall Trust, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: The Piece Hall Trust The Piece Hall Blackledge Halifax, West Yorkshire HX1 1RE United Kingdom

From the fast lane to the front line Don’t miss an access-all-areas conversation with former Haas Formula 1 team principal Guenther Steiner, star of Netflix’s smash hit docuseries Drive to Survive. From navigating IVF and the early years of motherhood to redefining identity and the concept of a "good mother," join Paloma Faith as she celebrates the invisible load women carry and the power of embracing imperfection.   Join Olivier Award-winning actress Celia Imrie as she takes us on a journey through her illustrious career and captivating new novel, Meet Me at Rainbow Corner.  Our new 2024 & 2025 tour with Billy Billingham MBE, Chief Instructor on Channel 4’s  SAS: Who Dares Wins, is now on sale, as well as our Fane Online events with Georgina Hayden and Paula Sutton.  The legendary author of Girl, Woman, and Other, Bernadine Evaristo, will be hosting the one-night event Marlon James, to mark the 10th anniversary of his extraordinary modern classic, A Brief History of Seven Killings.       Guenther Steiner 8 - 13 Oct | Live & Streaming Don’t miss a hugely entertaining access-all-areas conversation with former Haas Formula 1 team principal Guenther Steiner, star of Netflix’s smash hit docuseries Drive to Survive. Guenther will offer an unobstructed view of what really takes place behind the scenes.     Paloma Faith 12 Jun, 7:30pm | Live Join the incomparable Paloma Faith as she delves deep into the complexities of womanhood in the modern age. She will share the joys and challenges of juggling romantic love, heartbreak, and dating alongside the demands of motherhood.       Celia Imrie 4 - 5 Jul | Live Join Olivier Award-winning actress Celia Imrie as she takes us on a journey through her illustrious career and captivating new novel, Meet Me at Rainbow Corner – inspired by the resilience and camaraderie of women during the Second World War.      Billy Billingham 2024 & 2025 | Live UK Tour The Chief Instructor on Channel 4’s  SAS: Who Dares Wins is as tough as they come. Join Billy as he shares his untold stories; from running with gangs in Birmingham to rising to the rank of sergeant major in the SAS and undertaking dozens of extremely dangerous missions.       Marlon James  6 Jun, 7:30pm | Bloomsbury Theatre, London  Spend an unforgettable evening with bestselling author and Booker Prize winner Marlon James, to mark the 10th anniversary of the extraordinary modern classic, A Brief History of Seven Killings. Jamaica, 1976. Seven gunmen storm Bob Marley’s house, machine guns blazing. The reggae superstar survives. The gunmen are never caught. Marlon will be joined by the legendary author of Girl, Woman, and Other, Bernadine Evaristo, as they revisit the host of unforgettable characters who populate the story, from slum kids and drug lords to journalists and even the CIA. Whether you have been a fan from the beginning, or are discovering this sweeping epic for the first time, this event is the perfect opportunity to step into the vibrant and mythic world that solidified Marlon as one of the most prominent Caribbean writers of our time.     Georgina Hayden 25 Apr, 6:3pm | Streaming Join award-winning food writer, cook, and stylist, Georgina Hayden, in conversation with chef, author, podcaster and co-owner of Honey & Co., Itamar Srulovich, to celebrate the publication of Georgina’s new book, Greekish: Everyday recipes with Greek roots.      Bonnie Garmus - Last Chance 3 Apr, 7:30pm | Live Join the author of global sensation Lessons in Chemistry, Bonnie Garmus, live in London as she shares the inside scoop on her international bestselling debut novel. Presented in partnership with How To Academy with proceeds going to The Reading Agency.       The Blindboy Podcast LIVE 21 Apr - 1 May | Live UK Tour With over 60 million global listeners, experience The Blindboy Podcast LIVE with Blindboy himself. Described as a "cultural phenomenon" by The New York Times, The Blindboy Podcast is an award-winning storytelling podcast which brings unique and humorous insights into complex issues.      Paula Sutton 19 Apr, 6:30pm | Streaming Join the creator of Hill House Vintage, Paula Sutton, to celebrate the publication of her gripping and delightfully quirky cosy-crime novel, The Potting Shed Murder. The perfect book for fans of Richard Oseman and Reverand Richard Coles.     "So if you ever need a shoulder to cry on, mine are very, very sexy." In this clip from Lobster, Hollie McNish reads the longest poem in her collection from her section on Friendship.         General or Ticket Queries faneonline@fane.co.uk www.fane.co.uk

Paddington in concert, Norman Jay and more.       What's on at the Southbank Centre FIND OUT MORE   Easy does it As spring starts bursting into bloom, our events happening this week invite you to shake off winter hibernation before the whirlwind of summer is upon us. Look out for legendary DJ Norman Jay, an afternoon with Paddington Bear and an evening of poetry and music with Out-Spoken – or drop by for futuretense, our free, twice-monthly gigs spotlighting up-and-coming artists.   Just announced     Poetry Workshops SAT 1 JUN – SAT 6 JUL Unlock your creative spark with our upcoming online poetry workshops, led by former New Poets Collective members, including Oliver Fox, Tim Tim Cheng and Yanita Georgieva.   find tickets here →     JUST ANNOUNCED   Carlos Acosta’s Nutcracker in Havana TUE 10 – SUN 15 DEC Set to an exuberant, newly commissioned Cuban version of the magnificent Tchaikovsky score, Acosta’s spectacular choreography brings some Havana heat to the timeless festive treat.     THIS WEEK   Norman Jay's Good Times Band FRI 29 MAR Tap into a rare groove as the UK dance scene pioneer and Notting Hill Carnival legend plays tracks that shaped UK music, with guests Omar, Imaani, Mike Keat, Natasha Watts and Terri Walker.     THIS WEEK   Paddington Film in Concert SAT 30 MAR Marmalade sandwiches at the ready! Enjoy the beloved film with a live orchestra this Easter – the perfect holiday treat for all the family.   Also this week     Relaxed Hours: When Forms Come Alive TUE 26 MAR     Easter Oratorio WED 27 MAR     Icons Rediscovered: Elgar’s Symphony No.2 WED 27 MAR     futuretense: KATYA + MAVICA THU 28 MAR     Colin Currie Group: Reich & Turnage THU 28 MAR     Out-Spoken: March THU 28 MAR   book tickets →   VIDEO       Norman Jay: ‘Music without prejudice became the mainstay of Notting Hill Carnival’ Watch the legendary DJ reflect on his musical journey, and the importance of chronicling Black music history, ahead of his show at the Royal Festival Hall with his Good Times Band this week.   watch now →   BLOG       Who is Shirley Chisholm? Find out about the remarkable career of a US political trailblazer ahead of a special night of music inspired by her achievements.   read now →   BLOG       Carol Ann Duffy reads at WOW Festival’s Laureates Night Thursday was World Poetry Day, giving us the perfect excuse to journey back through our archives and relive this special reading from poet Carol Ann Duffy at 2014's Women of the World festival.   listen now →     SHOP   Picture perfect Designed and printed in the UK and exclusive to the Southbank Centre, these colourful posters capture our favourite stretch of the Thames through all the seasons. Can't pick your favourite? Collect them all!   FROM OUR FRIENDS   Steam Down: #SDWEEKLY WED 27 MAR | PECKHAM LEVELS South East London jazz collective Steam Down’s legendary Wednesday night jam sessions now have a new home, inside former multi-storey car park turned artistic hub Peckham Levels.   FROM OUR FRIENDS   Homegrown Festival 2024 THU 16 – SAT 20 APR | BATTERSEA ARTS CENTRE The BAC Young Producers are back for another year with Homegrown Festival: a week of curated events for, and by young people. Join a host of activity, from DJ sets to garden trails, in a week-long celebration of the next generation of homegrown producing talent. All events Pay What You Can (from £1).   Image credits: Teresa Solar Abboud. Tunnel Boring Machine, 2021. From the exhibition BIG MOUTH. WITHIN BOUNDARIES. OOZING OUT at 1646 The Hague, The Netherlands. Photo: Jhoeko. Courtesy of the artist and Travesía Cuatro. Colección Fundación ARCO. Depósito Museo CA2M.     WHAT'S ON      VISIT      MEMBERSHIP & SUPPORT   Thanks for reading. We hope you enjoyed your specially selected highlights. Share your comments and photos with us by mentioning @southbankcentre or @haywardgallery.     Southbank Centre is a charity registered in England and Wales No.298909. Registered office: Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XX

UK premiere from Hofesh Shechter.       Dance at the Southbank Centre FIND OUT MORE   Jump at the chance to see new shows There's not long to go until the UK premiere of renowned choreographer Hofesh Shechter's brand new dance work, performed by Shechter II, takes to the stage. Shake a leg and grab tickets for this playful and poignant show now. Plus, read on to find out more about unmissable dance works coming up over the next few months.   Next month     Hofesh Shechter: From England with Love WED 17 –⁠ SAT 20 APR England’s complex identity takes centre stage in the UK premiere of Hofesh Shechter’s compelling new dance work. Mixing raging rock music with classical compositions, this playful and poignant performance offers a peek into the heart and soul of this multifaceted country. Audio Description available: Fri 19 Apr, 7.30pm   book now →   New work       LIFT 2024: Nadia Beugré – L'Homme rare WED 12 & THU 13 JUN With innovative choreography and staging, choreographer Nadia Beugré tackles the issue of gender head-on, bringing the question of how we view and objectify bodies, particularly Black and male, into stark relief. Presented as part of London International Festival of Theatre (LIFT) Audio Description available: Thu 13 Jun, 7.30pm   book now →     PERFORMANCE & DANCE   Crazy Smooth: In My Body THU 18 – SAT 20 JUL Bodies become dance battlegrounds in this UK premiere exploring the hardship and heroism of ageing in street dancing, taken from intergenerational dancers’ personal stories. Audio Description and Touch Tour available: Fri 19 Jul, 7.30pm     YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE   Brokentalkers & Adrienne Truscott: Masterclass THU 9 –⁠ SUN 12 MAY Speaking truth to power has never been so much fun: Masterclass is a hilarious play putting gender and privilege under the spotlight. Following an award-winning international tour, globally renowned theatre company Brokentalkers and acclaimed New York-based artist Adrienne Truscott bring their subversive, savage wit to this long-awaited London premiere. ★★★★★ 'A stunning dissection of patriarchy, privilege and performance' The List British Sign Language interpreted (BSL): Fri 10 May, 7.45pm   FROM OUR FRIENDS   Aakash Odedra Company and Aditi Mangaldas Company: Mehek FRI 12 & SAT 13 APR | SADLER'S WELLS THEATRE IN ANGEL An enchanting exploration of the human heart – its desires, courage, and resilience – is masterfully brought to life by two world-class kathak dancers. This captivating performance gives a voice to an unspoken and overlooked love story, centred around a mature woman and a younger man.     WHAT'S ON      VISIT      MEMBERSHIP & SUPPORT   Thanks for reading. We hope you enjoyed your specially selected highlights. Share your comments and photos with us by mentioning @southbankcentre or @haywardgallery.     Southbank Centre is a charity registered in England and Wales No.298909. Registered office: Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XX

Guardswell Farm, Kinnaird © VS / Luigi Di Pasquale Quirky Farm Stays Go wild this year and stay on a farm. Embrace the fresh air, enjoy the views, tuck into tasty Scottish produce and get hands-on in the outdoors for an adventure to remember. Explore 18 ideas Linlithgow Loch © VS / Kenny Lam Iconic Lochs Calming water brings tranquillity to the soul. Try these easy-to-reach spots near Edinburgh or Glasgow – where will you choose to recharge? Discover   The George Hotel, Inveraray © VS / Grant Paterson TREAT YOURSELF Try the very best of our mouth-watering cuisine. Here’s our top 10 to add to your foodie bucket list. AWARD WINNERS Glen Nevis © Forestry and Land Scotland Paw-esome Adventures Treat them to a holiday too! Your dog will love these ideas as much as you. Days out Travel Accommodation Attractions VisitScotland4 East Market Street, Edinburgh, EH8 8BG VAT No. 945 652106

 

9 to try in Dublin     9 to try in Dublin Cool castles, epic parks, and an iconic pint, discover Dublin NOW!     Become a St Patrick expert! When the 17th March rolls around, you can impress your friends on St Patrick’s Day with these amazing fun facts about Ireland’s patron saint, St Patrick!   The thrill of the Wild Atlantic Way Escape into the untamed beauty of the longest defined coastal touring route in the world.     There's a road on the Cooley Peninsula where cars roll uphill! Is it magic? Or could it be due to your sense of perspective?   Join our Community Your opportunity to ask questions and share trip experiences. Let's be Social Follow us on Instagram for daily trip inspiration   Get social. Follow us. Explore Ireland> Trip Ideas> Things to do> Accommodation>

[ ] Small Group Trips Private Tours Luxury Travel Blog       Seize The Magic         Hi,       As St. Patrick's Day festivities wind down across the globe, we bid farewell to our green attire until next year. While St. Patrick and his day are rooted in Irish culture, the celebration extends far beyond Ireland's borders. It's a day when people from all walks of life worldwide proudly embrace their Irish roots, and Irish pubs overflow with merrymakers. Keep the Irish spirit alive by exploring our collection of trips that delve into the heart of Ireland, and remember, there's only one day left of our St. Patrick's Day Saver so there's no better time to book. Join us in celebrating the spirit of Ireland, no matter where you are in the world.       Learn More         Choose Your Journey Read More         Our holidays reviewed in your words…     Overall, this was a fantastic trip from beginning to end. Best of all, I felt safe, didn't have to worry about anything, got to meet new people and have great memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you.     Shawna McDonald 27/09/2023 Deluxe Hiking - Ireland Coast to Coast     Read More Reviews         EU: +353 (0)91 457 898 | North America: 1-844-235-6240 | email: info@wildernessireland.com         Copyright © 2019 Wilderness Ireland, All rights reserved. Wilderness Ireland, Unit 8A 1/2, Northwest Business Park, Collooney, Co. Sligo, Ireland

Plus Nikta Mohammadi: Memory Stone opens this weekend     On Sale Now     An Evening With Guenther Steiner   Sun 13 Oct 2024   Don’t miss a hugely entertaining access-all-areas conversation with former Haas Formula 1 team principal Guenther Steiner, star of Netflix’s smash hit docuseries Drive to Survive.    Reflecting on his decade in charge of Haas, Guenther will offer an unobstructed view of what really takes place behind the scenes. Through this unique lens, Guenther takes us on the thrilling rollercoaster of life at the heart of elite motor racing.   This is the first time he will be telling his story to a public audience from the stage. This is not an event any fan of Formula 1 can afford to miss - so book your tickets now!     Friend (The One With Gunther) Sun 28 Jul 2024   One barista, seventy minutes, ten seasons. The entire 236 episodes of the hit 90s TV show, FRIENDS, retold through the eyes of Gunther, Central Perk’s very own ‘seventh Friend’.     Andrew Ryan: Let Me Know How You Get On Sat 28 Sept 2024   Andrew is bringing his new show on the road after a sell-out tour. As seen on Comedy Central Live, Secrets of the Comedy Circuit, Blame Game, Russell Howard’s Good News, and HOST of Q Radio’s Breakfast Show.     David Wilson and Marcel Theroux - Killer Books Tue 22 Oct 2024   Novelist and presenter Marcel Theroux and one of the country’s leading criminologists Professor David Wilson discuss books that have motivated murder and how fiction can sometimes become fact.     Sooz Kempner: Class of 2000 Sat 16 Nov 2024   The award-winning, viral sensation is hitting the road with a brand-new tour bringing together her sell out fringe 2023 hit and it’s much anticipated 2024 follow up.     Elkie Brooks - The Long Farewell Sun 16 Mar 2025   A celebration of Elkie's illustrious award winning career in music performing some of her biggest hits, and material from her new album.     Billy Billingham: Always a Little Further Tue 8 Apr 2025   Spend an extraordinary evening with Billy Billingham MBE QCB, Chief Instructor on Channel 4’s SAS: Who Dares Wins, Paratrooper, decorated SAS leader, and a bodyguard to Hollywood superstars.     Henning Wehn - Acid Wehn Sat 17 May 2025   Award-deserving German Comedy Ambassador Henning Wehn takes an unbiased look at climate change, a topic sure to delight audiences and no surprise.     Wet Wet Wet Sun 19 Oct 2025   Following on from a sold out tour earlier this year, the iconic Wet Wet Wet are bringing their 2025 tour to Salford with special guest Heather Small.   VIP Packages Available     Opening This Weekend   Nikta Mohammadi: Memory Stone Sat 23 Mar - Fri 5 May 2024   Nikta Mohammadi is an artist and filmmaker originally from Tehran and now based in West Yorkshire. This is Mohammadi’s first solo exhibition, premiering a new film commissioned by The Lowry.         DEDICATED ACCESS LINE: 0161 876 2183 BOX OFFICE: 0161 876 2000   Calls are at your standard network operator's charge.   The Lowry Centre Trust is a registered charity (no. 1053962). Your support goes towards our world-class Theatre and Galleries programme, the care and display of the LS Lowry Collection and our life changing Learning & Engagement programme.   THE LOWRY  |  PIER 8  |  SALFORD QUAYS  | M50 3AZ (Company reg no. 3255905) Copyright © 2024 The Lowry, All rights reserved. All information correct at time of sending.

42 Balloons   Thu 18 Apr - Sun 19 May 2024   There's only a month left to wait until the world premiere from the award-winning producers of SIX and you can listen to the soundtrack now.   42 Balloons is an uplifting musical, starring Evelyn Hoskins (Waitress, Gypsy, Spring Awakening) and Charlie McCullagh (Bonnie & Clyde, Jesus Christ Superstar), inspired by the highly improbable true story of how Larry, and his partner Carol Van Deusen, convinced their friends and family to help Larry achieve his dream of flying.   Featuring an irresistible, 80s pop-inspired score, the show questions how far you would go to make your dreams come true. Is the sky actually the limit, and what happens if it doesn’t all go to plan?   Be one of the first people to see the show by booking your tickets now!   Produced by Andy & Wendy Barnes for Global Musicals & Kevin McCollum in association with The Lowry, Debbie Hicks, Sam Levy, S&Co and Kenny Wax.   Accessible Performances: BSL Interpreted Performance - Wed 1 May 2024 at 8pm Audio Described Performance - Thu 16 May 2024 at 8pm Touch Tour - Thu 16 May 2024 at 7pm      Check Out The Soundtrack   The 42 Balloons Studio Cast Recording is now available on all streaming platforms!     EP Launch Party   What’s the best way to launch an EP? Throw a silent disco party in an 80s-themed nightclub, of course!         DEDICATED ACCESS LINE: 0161 876 2183 BOX OFFICE: 0161 876 2000   Calls are at your standard network operator's charge.   The Lowry Centre Trust is a registered charity (no. 1053962). Your support goes towards our world-class Theatre and Galleries programme, the care and display of the LS Lowry Collection and our life changing Learning & Engagement programme.   THE LOWRY  |  PIER 8  |  SALFORD QUAYS  | M50 3AZ (Company reg no. 3255905) Copyright © 2024 The Lowry, All rights reserved. All information correct at time of sending.

Dear Karen           Join us for an exclusive after hours self-guided tour through the medieval stone passages, secret staircases and richly panelled rooms of Chetham’s Library. After the Library has closed to the public and the dust of the day has settled, we will be opening rooms and passageways that are normally closed to the public, for a unique and magical experience. In light of our current theme, Chetham’s Librarians: Lives and Legacies, we will be displaying items and portraits relating to our librarians, dating back to our foundation in 1653!             Library Appeal   Your support helps us to continue our work assisting readers, caring for our collections and preserving our historic buildings for future generations to enjoy.   Click here to donate if you can.   If you'd like to find out more more about the different ways to support our work email development@chethams.com or call 0161 838 7202 - we'd love to hear from you.           How To Get In Touch   Online | chethams.com | By Email | Contact Us       Registered charity no. 526702

Brand new shows in Huddersfield this Summer |   Hi Karen,   We're excited to share that our new season is now on sale! Our summer season is a celebration of the real mix of performances on offer right here in Huddersfield, from family fun to comedy, contemporary dance to groundbreaking drama and everything in between.     Did you know that when you book for 2 shows at the same time you can get 15% off your tickets*?With such a jam-packed season coming up, we want to give you the opportunity to experience as much as you can! As part of our season deal, when you book 2 or more shows in the season then you get money off your tickets.   *Terms and Conditions apply: Offer available on select shows only. Shows must be booked at the same time. Discount will automatically be applied. This offer is not available in retrospect or in conjunction with any other offer.   We look forward to seeing you soon! Team Lawrence Batley Theatre     Here are some of the highlights in our summer season     MUSIC   Sat 17 August   Ellie Sax Live in the Courtyard   Global saxophone sensation Ellie Sax is bringing the party to Huddersfield!   Ellie Sax has graced some of the world’s most exclusive clubs, raves and festivals captivating audiences from Ibiza to the Maldives, Portugal to the Caribbean and across the UK. Now she’s bringing the party right here to Huddersfield!   Join Ellie for an epic live performance on our outdoor stage as she fuses her sax playing talents with club classics and dancefloor bangers.       DANCE   Thu 2 May   Three   Experience world renowned dance-circus company Motionhouse, and the exceptional skill of its performers, in this breath-taking triple-bill. ⭐⭐⭐⭐ "It's impossible to look away" - The Guardian (on Nobody)       MUSIC   Fri 17 May   Bhangra Night   Dance the night away in this alcohol-free adults only event as DJ Deepsta spins a mixture of contemporary and classic Bhangra dance floor bangers (with some R’n’B and Hip Hop thrown in too) plus a live Dhol player.       DRAMA   Wed 5 June   The Importance of Being… Earnest?   When a traditional production of Oscar Wilde’s classic play gets underway, everything seems to be going perfectly to plan… that is, until the lead actor fails to arrive on cue.  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"A masterclass in comedic theatre" - North West End UK       DRAMA   Wed 17 - Thu 18 July   The Taming of the "Shrew"   Step into a world of burlesque, clowns and cabaret in one of Shakespeare's most talked-about comedies as drunken patron, Sly, finds himself at the centre of a prank by the gang of Unseemly Women.         Lawrence Batley Theatre Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen's Square, Queen Street, HD1 2SP Box Office: 01484 430528         Company No. 01504033 | Charity No. 510693 | Kirklees Theatre Trust is a registered charity and company limited by guarantee

Starts Friday! Sign Up Now! Celebrate 10 Years with Us!     Writer's Digest Online | Writer's Digest Shop | Online Education     Writer's Digest University is pleased to present an exclusive online event for mystery & thriller writers! On March 22, 23, and, 24, our 10th Annual Mystery & Thriller Virtual Conference will provide expert insights from SEVEN award-winning and bestselling authors on the finer points of how to write within the mystery and thriller genres. Spend the weekend learning techniques for honing your craft from seven different published authors, then (if you choose) pitch your novel via query letter to a literary agent specifically looking for material in the mystery or thriller genre. The agent will provide you with a personalized critique of your query – and maybe ask to see more.     Our craft-focused conference schedule is designed to provide the kind of education that all mystery and thriller writers can use to take their work to the next level. The following sessions are confirmed for the event. Additional sessions will be added when the information is available.  Avoid the Sagging Middle of Your Mystery by C. Hope Clark Learn how C. Hope Clark has mastered how to keep your story alive in each and every chapter. How to Write an Opening That Pulls the Reader In by Wanda Morris In this session, we will delve into the elements that make a great opening to your story or novel. The Deadly Dozen: 12 Ways to Shoot Yourself in the Foot Writing a Crime Novel by Hallie Ephron This presentation highlights 12 mistakes that authors make when writing a mystery novel and provides guidance in how to avoid them, including how to handle coincidences, large casts of characters (and suspects), false starts, gathering clues, and more. Source Code of Storytelling by Rob Hart In The Source Code of Storytelling, Rob Hart breaks down the difference between writing and storytelling and explores tools that will help you write exciting, engaging stories that your reader will struggle to put down. Heroes vs. Anti-Heroes, the Ultimate Showdown by Yasmin Angoe This session will discuss how we can do just that—create compelling, three-dimensional heroes and anti-heroes who are suitably matched and will keep readers enthralled until The End. And More!   Experience the education, camaraderie, and opportunities provided by alive writing conference without ever having to leave your home!    March 22 - 24       Active Interest Media 2143 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA 50312 USA

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