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Master Classes by Michael Tipper
There are a number of master classes being run this autumn by Royal & Derngate in Northampton. The programme is specifically aimed at adults who want to improve their skills and knowledge in various areas of theatre and performance. The sessions are being run exclusively by theatre professionals who can offer a great deal of knowledge in their specialist areas.
On Sunday 15th November, World Memory Champion and internationally renowned memory specialist Michael Tipper will be holding a day-long session to discuss the principles of effective script memorisation: Line Learning and Memory Skills Master Class. The class will help to develop your skills of memorisation – perfect for when you are memorising and learning scripts. For more information, visit royalandderngate.co.uk.
Stitch-Sketch-Book Two-Day Course
Award-winning artist and author,
Cas Holmes, is running a two-
day Stitch-Sketch-Book course
on the 28th and 29th November
from 10am-4pm. The course will
include a series of creative and
exploratory methods of sketchbook-
use incorporating mixed media,
drawing, stitching and layering techniques. The collage method that Cas uses is the perfect way for artists working at all levels to gain greater confidence in composition, colour and design. Early booking is recommended as Cas’ workshops are very popular. Visit miltonkeynesartscentre.org.
Bat Talk
On 24th November from 7.30-8.30pm, The Parks Trust is holding an educational talk about bats for those aged 16 and over. This is being held at Howe Park Wood Education Centre and is perfect for anyone interested in bats, regardless of your current knowledge. The event is £2.00 per person and pre-booking is required. This can be done on their website, theparkstrust.com.
Activities for...
What’s on in your area this November? Jasmin Peppiatt
Entertainment Listings
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, MK Theatre, Mon 2nd - 7th
Andy Kurkpatrick: Cold Mountain, 2015-16 Tour, The Chrysalis Theatre, Tue 3rd
David Hasselhoff in Last Night a DJ Saved My Life, Royal & Derngate, Wed 4th - Sat 7th Milton Jones, Bedford Corn Exchange, Thu 5th
Acoustopaea, Bedford Esquires, Fri 6th
Nish Kumar, The Core at Corby Cube, Sat 7th
That’ll Be The Day, MK Theatre, Sun 8th
Sane New World: Ruby Wax, Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Mon 9th
Crobot, The Craufurd Arms, Tue 10th
Lucy Rose, Roadmender, Tue 10th
Jasper Carrott, Bedford Corn Exchange, Wed 11th
Alan Davies – Little Victories, Bedford Corn Exchange, Thu 12th
Forty Years on with Pam Ayres, Royal & Derngate, Thu 12th
Foster & Allen, The Core at Corby Cube, Fri 13th
Young Kings, Bedford Esquires, Sat 14th
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, MK Theatre, Sun 15th
Swan Lake, Bedford Corn Exchange, Sun 15th
The John Verity Band, Bedford Esquires, Sun 15th
Motown’s Greatest Hits – How Sweet It Is, Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Mon 16th
The Shawshank Redemption, MK Theatre, Mon 16th - Sat 21st
Glitz, Blitz and ‘70s Hitz, Royal & Derngate, Tue 17th Jo Brand Work in Progress, The Stables, Tue 17th Bizet’s Carmen, Royal & Derngate, Thu 19th Westcoast, Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Fri 20th Ricky Ross, The Stables, Fri 20th
Sandi Thom, The Stables, Sat 21st
The Total Stone Roses, Bedford Esquires, Sat 21st
Buzzcocks, Roadmender, Sat 21st
The Bay City Rollers, The Core at Corby Cube, Sun 22nd
An Evening with Noel Fielding, Royal & Derngate, Sun 22nd
The Big Sky, Bedford Esquires, Sun 22nd
The Last Tango with Vincent and Flavia, MK Theatre, Mon 23rd - Sat 28th Gareth Malone, Royal & Derngate, Tue 24th
Agent Fresco, The Craufurd Arms, Tue 24th
The Snow Queen, Royal & Derngate, Wed 25th - 3rd Jan
Chris Ramsey: All Growed Up, The Stables, Wed 25th
Jools Holland & his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, Royal & Derngate, Wed 25th High School Musical, Bedford Corn Exchange, Thu 26th - Sat 28th
Bedford Comedy Club, Bedford Corn Exchange, Fri 27th
Sinatra Centenary, Royal & Derngate, Fri 27th
Elkie Brooks, The Stables, Sat 28th
Vintage Stuff, Bedford Esquires, Sun 29th
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Tots,
The Stables Equestrian Centre in Wilstead, just a short drive from Olney, is now offering Toddler Rides for tots as young as 2 and 3 years old. They can begin to enjoy the experience of horse riding while being in the safety of a grassy paddock.
Teens,
On 28th November is the Newport Pagnell Christmas Lights switch-on event. This is a brilliant occasion, especially for teenagers, who can enjoy the variety of stalls, food and entertainment happening throughout the day.
Image credit: Manalo and White Architects.
Terrors,
Running throughout November and beyond is the Cyber Security and Computer Learning Exhibition at Bletchley Park. Aimed at children and parents, it educates about modern-day online issues and how to stay secure online. There are also several workshops running to engage and inspire children about cyber safety.
...and the whole family
Stowe Gardens is running a Man’s Best Friend Dog Walk on the mornings of Wednesday 18th November and Wednesday 16th December from 10.30am. Meet ranger, Ian Goode, in the Courtyard at Stowe and enjoy a peaceful walk around the gardens. It’s a great opportunity for the whole family to get some exercise too!