What’s on | Editor’s pick 18 – 24 November
Rockingham around the Christmas tree?
A Victorian Christmas at a Norman castle? Well, why the heck not? The Victorians invented Christmas (well, pretty much anyway) so spend a cosy hour or two at one of the region’s most majestic locations, enjoying mince pies, lashings of Christmas trees, Victorian costumed characters giving guided tours, and general lovely sumptiousness. God bless us, every one!
Victorian Christmas at Rockingham Castle
Monday, 18 November – Friday, 22 November, 11 am – 8 pm
Rockingham Castle, Market Harborough
www.rockinghamcastle.com
Never was there a story of more woe…
Live ballet is such a treat, given that the core appeal – the athleticism, vibrancy and exhilaration – is often lost when watched on film or TV; Ballet Cymru’s production of Romeo and Juliet is no exception. Prokofiev’s score is close to perfection, and, for those still wondering if it’s really for you, there are loads of bits of music you’ll recognise, and the excitement, emotion and drama of the story is really ramped up to 11. One of the most accessible and exciting ballets in the classical repertoire.
Romeo & Juliet – Ballet Cymru
Tuesday, 19 November, 8 – 10 pm
Stamford Arts Centre, Stamford
www.stamfordartscentre.com
www.welshballet.co.uk
Another big treat for little ones
They’ve been along to the library for the reading session of The Snail and the Whale – now your kids can see the characters and story live on stage! Nothing is more exciting for little ones than to see characters they feel they know from a storybook come vividly to life. Join Tall Stories theatre company for the tale of the globe-trotting snail and her friend, the humpback whale.
The Snail and the Whale – Live
Friday, 22 November, 10.30 – 11.30 am & 1.30 – 2.30 pm
Saturday, 23 November, 11 am – 12 pm & 2 – 3 pm
Key Theatre, Embankment Road
www.vivacity-peterborough.com
www.tallstories.org.uk
Tribute to a master
The region continues to celebrate Benjamin Britten, one of its most famous and talented sons, in the centenary of his birth. This concert of his Hymn to St Cecilia and the Choral Dances from the Coronation opera is performed by Burghley Voices Chamber Choir, conducted by Fergus Black and complemented with arrangements from local music groups.
Happy Birthday, Benjamin Britten
Friday, 22 November, 7.30 – 9.30 pm
The Court Room, Stamford Town Hall, Stamford
www.stamfordartscentre.com
Get your back into it!
One of several Forest for Peterborough Tree planting sessions, come and join in not only making Peterborough a greener, nicer place, but also in establishing a really special personal legacy: a tree or two that could live for hundreds of years! All equipment is provided, as is tea, coffee and soup. Wrap up warm and wear sensible shoes!
Volunteer Tree Planting, Barnack
Saturday, 23 November, 10 am – 4 pm
Whitman Close, Barnack,
www.greeniversity.org.uk
www.pect.org.uk
