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Shakespeare in a Suitcase – Macbeth (Theatre)
Oct
25

Shakespeare in a Suitcase – Macbeth (Theatre)

The story of Macbeth in 50 minutes, with two actors, one musician, and a few items from a suitcase! Comedy and tragedy, fast action and an original soundtrack. With help from the audience, New International Encounter Theatre bring this big and gruesome story to life in a funny and accessible way. Perfect for first timers as well as lovers of Shakespeare.

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Shakespeare in a Suitcase – Macbeth (Theatre)
Oct
26

Shakespeare in a Suitcase – Macbeth (Theatre)

The story of Macbeth in 50 minutes, with two actors, one musician, and a few items from a suitcase! Comedy and tragedy, fast action and an original soundtrack. With help from the audience, New International Encounter Theatre bring this big and gruesome story to life in a funny and accessible way. Perfect for first timers as well as lovers of Shakespeare.

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Interactive Musical Story Workshop
Oct
28

Interactive Musical Story Workshop

A thrilling interactive musical storytelling based on an enchanting fairytale. Join the magical underwater adventures of Sadko the Bard, conjure up a storm, and dance away at the Sea King’s court! Pop gigantic bubbles, explore exciting story props and all the instruments featured. Performed by award-winning singer-songwriter Daria Kulesh. Followed by an art activity inspired by the story.

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Nature Elly (Puppetry)
Oct
29

Nature Elly (Puppetry)

  • Arbury Church of the Good Shepherd, Community Hall, (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

An exciting family puppet show from Barmpot Theatre. Elly runs the best farm, but not everything is going to plan. The corn has been trampled, the apples have vanished and there’s hay everywhere! Help Elly and Bob the Pheasant save the harvest and discover the mystery animal hiding in the hay-stack. There is a pre-show workshop of drama games and art activity.

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Interactive Musical Story Workshop
Oct
29

Interactive Musical Story Workshop

A thrilling interactive musical storytelling based on an enchanting fairytale. Join the magical underwater adventures of Sadko the Bard, conjure up a storm, and dance away at the Sea King’s court! Pop gigantic bubbles, explore exciting story props and all the instruments featured. Performed by award-winning singer-songwriter Daria Kulesh. Followed by an art activity inspired by the story.

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Magic Workshop
Oct
29

Magic Workshop

Start your career in magic today! Learn to vanish an object, make it reappear in creative places, card magic and more. Twin magicians Kane & Abel pass on decades of experience gained after taking on the family business from their grandfather. Spark a new fun hobby, learn some skills, and wow your friends.

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The Rainbow Butterfly (Circus & Dance)
Oct
30

The Rainbow Butterfly (Circus & Dance)

Maja flies all the way to the moon with wings that sparkle and shimmer! This show celebrates how unique we all are using creativity, carnival, aerial circus, beatbox & Hip Hop dance. A family experience from the Ella Mesma Company, blending traditional storytelling with dance. Audience members will be invited to take part in the show, make sounds and have fun!

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Digital Animation Workshop
Oct
31

Digital Animation Workshop

Learn digital techniques from expert animator Edalia Day. Create your own characters and stories using simple applications. A fun, laid back workshop suitable for all ability levels from absolute beginner to seasoned pro. I-pad provided or bring your own.

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Digital Animation Workshop
Nov
2

Digital Animation Workshop

Learn digital techniques from expert animator Edalia Day. Create your own characters and stories using simple applications. Gain some cool skills to take home with you to use over and over. A fun, laid back workshop suitable for all ability levels from absolute beginner to seasoned pro. We’ll have a selection of iPads to use with some simple homemade styluses, or you can bring your own tablet or smart phone to use. 

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Printing Workshop
Nov
9

Printing Workshop

Learn Gel-plate printing from artist Syrah Jade Arnold. Explore items from the natural world, colours and patterns and create through experimentation. Capture beautiful textures and shapes of leaves, shells and feathers. You’ll be amazed at the unique cards, wrapping paper and prints you will make. All materials provided.

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Paper Theatre Making Workshop
Nov
9

Paper Theatre Making Workshop

Puppeteer Aya Nakamura will give a performance of Kamishibai (Japanese Paper Theatre) and introduce you to Paper Theatre techniques. Then create your own paper theatre box to tell your story with an illustrated back drop of collaged images.

Please bring a story that you want to tell and your favourite images to cut out.

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Magic Workshop
Nov
16

Magic Workshop

Start your career in magic today! Learn to vanish an object, make it reappear in creative places, card magic and more. Twin magicians Kane & Abel pass on decades of experience gained after taking on the family business from their grandfather. Spark a new fun hobby, learn some skills, and wow your friends.

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Twinpossible (Magic)
Nov
16

Twinpossible (Magic)

  • Bassingbourn Community Library (Old School Community Centre) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Kane & Abel return with magic and comedy based on being twins. The brothers seamlessly move between stand-up comedy, magic pieces and theatrical illusions set to music. A show that can be thoroughly enjoyed by adults and youngsters alike.

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3 Little Pig Tales (Puppetry)
Nov
23

3 Little Pig Tales (Puppetry)

Garlic Theatre present a fresh and funny version of the classic story of The Three Little Pigs set in Paris. A grumpy old wolf is a chef who sets out to find some pigs’ tails for his soup. Funny and warm-hearted to make you squeal with laughter. Bristling with puppets, live music and lots of joining in.

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The Rainbow Butterfly (Circus & Dance)
Nov
30

The Rainbow Butterfly (Circus & Dance)

Maja flies all the way to the moon with wings that sparkle and shimmer! This show celebrates how unique we all are using creativity, carnival, aerial circus, beatbox & Hip Hop dance. A family experience from the Ella Mesma Company, blending traditional storytelling with dance. Audience members will be invited to take part in the show, make sounds and have fun!

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Opera Dudes Christmas Special (Music)
Dec
7

Opera Dudes Christmas Special (Music)

A show full of seasonal cheer with something for everyone - wonderful singing, audience participation and ridiculous sketches. Yule be laughing till your sides hurt! Music includes operatic favourites, west end showstoppers, classical piano & Christmas favourites.

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Opera Dudes Christmas Special (Music)
Dec
14

Opera Dudes Christmas Special (Music)

A show full of seasonal cheer with something for everyone - wonderful singing, audience participation and ridiculous sketches. Yule be laughing till your sides hurt! Music includes operatic favourites, west end showstoppers, classical piano & Christmas favourites.

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Along Came A Magpie
Sep
21

Along Came A Magpie

Scarlet Oak Theatre present a show featuring puppetry, plants and lots of pots! In an intimate potting shed, we meet a gardener. She loves the smell of the flowers, the feel of the earth and watching her plants bloom. But along comes a magpie who turns her potting shed upside down! Making friends is lots of fun, but can sometimes be tricky. Join our gardener and magpie on this playful and heart warming journey as they navigate the intricacies of friendship.

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