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Phonebox Picks
Snow White on Ice
At the Castle Theatre in Wellingborough, Deplidge International Ltd presents this inventive, magical adaptation of the family favourite tale, Snow White. The story comes alive on Ice with beautifully choreographed aerial aerobatics, ballet and gymnastics. A treat for the whole family that offers something a little different and unique this December, so if a new experience is what your after then this is the perfect pick for you.
Tickets: castletheatre.co.uk
Activities for...
Tots:
Santa’s Grotto – Central Milton Keynes – Santa and his elves have own to Milton Keynes for a fun packed craft experience that allows young children the chance to make a wreath and decorate a wooden angel. The Grotto experience also allows every child a chance to meet Santa himself! It’s a magical experience for the little ones in the family. For more Information visit www.thecentremk.com
Terrors:
Gulliver’s Land Christmas Packages – There are a variety of packages on offer at Gulliver’s land this Christmas to suit a variety of interests. Be transported into a winter wonderland with a great selection of Christmas rides, shows and attractions. With the chance to become an honorary elf and cook up some tasty treats children should have a wonderful time. Visit www. gulliversfun.co.uk for more information.
Teens:
Ice Rink at Queen’s Court – Get a breath of fresh air with this outdoor, real Ice-rink that is part of the Christmas events at The Centre Milton Keynes. If you’re a little too old for Santa Claus and think Christmas Fayres are a bit cheesy then this is the perfect opportunity to get in the Christmas spirit but still keep your street cred. Visit www.centremk.com for more information.
... And the whole family:
Olney Dickensian Christmas Market – Held this year on the 4th December from 10am to 4pm this annual fayre, that brings a taste of the Victorian period to Olney, is a great opportunity for all the family to get unique gifts for loved ones and have a wonderful experience.
The Demon Barbers’ lock in ‘Christmas Carol’
Coming to the Stables on the 9th December, the regulars of The Olde Fighting Cocks are getting in the Christmas spirit on Christmas Eve as the promise of an exciting night stretches before them. Featuring ‘Folk Powerhouse’ The Demon Barbers, Artist from Breaking Tradition Dance Company, offer a mad approach in a family friendly show that will almost certainly put a smile on plenty of faces.
Tickets: stables.org
Victorian Christmas
Travel through time and experience what Christmas would have been like in the Victorian Era as the intriguing experience returns to Milton Keynes Museum this December. Make Christmas Cards in the old school room, sing carols by candlelight in the parlour, roast chestnuts on the Blacksmith’s forge and meet Queen Victoria herself in this exciting experience that will entice all the family.
Tickets: miltonkeynesmuseum.org.uk
December Listings...
James Hunter Six, The Stables ..................................................................... Thu 1st A Simply Gershwin, Royal and Derngate ...................................................... Thu 1st Sarah Gillespie, Royal and Derngate..............................................................Fri 2nd The Woman in Black, Aylesbury Waterside Theatre ......................Thu 1st – Sat 3rd Peter Pan, Bedford Corn Exchange.................................................Thu 1st – Sat 3rd Ross Noble Brain Dump, Royal and Derngate .............................................. Fri 2nd The Barron Knights, The Stables...................................................................Sat 3rd Philharmonia Orchestra, Bedford Corn Exchange ......................................Wed 7th Big Over2U Open Mic, The Stables............................................................... Thu 8th Dick Whittington, MK Theatre ..................................................... Thu 8th – 15th Jan Christmas Night in for Macmillan, The Stables ............................................. Fri 9th Aladdin, Aylesbury Waterside Theatre ............................................Fri 9th – Sat 31st Jack and the Beanstalk, Royal and Derngate................................Fri 9th – Sat 31st Panto playwriting workshop, MK Theatre...................................................Sat 10th Woburn Sands Brass Band, The Stables....................................................Sat 10th Christian O’Connell You’ve ruined my morning, The Stables...................Sat 10th Henda’s Vintage Nightclub, The Stables.....................................................Sat 10th Acoustic Alchemy, The Stables..................................................................Wed 14th Screaming Blue Murder Comedy Club, The Stables................................Wed 14th Mostly Autumn, The Stables ....................................................................... Thu 15th The Floyd Effect, Bedford Corn Exchange .................................................... Fri 16th Dick Whittington Behind the Scenes, MK Theatre.....................................Sat 17th Maddy Prior and the Carnival Band carols and capers, The Stables......Sun 18th Neil Sands – Christmas Memories, The Bedford Corn Exchange ............ Thu 22nd The Snow Dragon, The Stables................................................. Fri 23rd – Wed 28th Cinderella, Bedford Corn Exchange...........................................Wed 28th – 2nd Jan
Contact Numbers
Aylesbury Waterside Theatre
atgtickets.com/aylesbury-waterside-theatre ......................................... 0844 8717607 Bedford Corn Exchange - bedfordcornexchange.co.uk..................... 01234 718044 Bedford Esquires - bedfordesquires.co.uk ......................................... 01234 340120 Chrysalis Theatre - chrysalismk.co.uk................................................ 01908 235505 The Craufurd Arms - thecraufurdarms.com........................................ 01908 313864 Milton Keynes Theatre - atgtickets.com/milton-keynes-theatre ......... 0844 8717652 The Stables - stables.org..................................................................... 01908 280800
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