The Harrogate Review | Issue Four | February 2017

Issue 4

February 2017

Harrogate Film Festival

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Contents

07 | Note From The Editor 08 | In The News

12 | Harrogate Beer Festival 16 | Dr Adam Rutherford

20 | On the cover...Christian Bailey 25 | HIFF pull-out guide

32 | Harrogate Theatres

38 | Picks Of The Month 40 | What’s On?

48 | The best of Harrogate

On The Cover

This month’s cover image is by Christian Bailey. If you’d like to feature on the cover send your entry to enquiries@festivalpublications.co.uk.

The deadline for submissions to the next issue is February15th.

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If you would like to contribute to the Bradford Review email enquiries@festivalpublications.co.uk we’re always delighted to hear from writers, photographers and anyone involved in a local group or activity.

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Hello and welcome to issue four of the Harrogate Review magazine.

First of all I’d like to say a huge thank you to Lauren, who was instrumental in the lauch of the Harrogate Review.

We aim to build on the audience she helped to establish and maintain the high editorial standards she has set.

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Words & Pictures: Haigh Simpson Lauren Fitzgerald Christian Bailey Ann Chadwick Rachel Auty Tilly Lewis

I have been working with Lauren on the magazine since its conception and I feel we have a really good platform from which to establish ourselves as a valued part of Harrogate’s cultural scene.

We’ve been working hard to build relationships with cultural organisations, community groups and local businesses in order to achieve this and the response has been overwhelmingly positive.

I hope this issue is as popular as the last one, which sparked a flurry of requests for extra copies, which is a huge compliment and incredibly encouraging.

We have some great content from our contributors this month including a special pullout feature on the Harrogate International Film Festival, and an indepth preview of Harrogate Theatre’s Summer Season.

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In the News

Entries open for annual Bed Race

Entries are now open for the 2017 Great Knaresborough Bed Race, which will take place on 10 June. Teams have until the end of February to return their entry forms to the event organisers, the Knaresborough Lions Club.

The event always draws attention for its fancy dress efforts and this year’s theme is Heroes And Villains. Entry fees have been frozen at last year’s level and there are spaces for 90 teams of six to take part.

Chairman of the organising group Richard Hall said, “Hopefully, expenses for official approvals, traffic management and other requisites will not have increased, so we have decided to keep down the cost of entry.”

The Great Knaresborough Bed Race was first held in 1966 and has raised thousands of pounds for charities and good causes over the past 52 years. To register your interest visit bedrace.co.uk.

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Refurb for Royal Pump Room

Harrogate’s Royal Pump Room has reopened after an extensive refurbishment of the 1842 room. The Museum, which once served around 1,500 glasses of sulphur water a day, now tells the fashionable story of Harrogate and the making of the English spa town.

New attractions include a scientist in residence, finding out more about the science behind the sulphur and discovering how medical science today has developed from the spa treatments of the past. There’s also a new costume parade, featuring dazzling and colourful party dresses inspired by Harrogate’s glamorous past.

A world-famous collection of ancient Egyptian treasures, including an Anubis mask worn by the priest during mummification, is always on display and visitors can take daily guided tours to the basement of the museum to see the original wells and learn about their role in the development of Harrogate as a spa town.

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Harrogate Beer Festival

Harrogate and District Round Table host the 27th annual Harrogate Beer Festival at The Crown Hotel

by Haigh Simpson

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What can you tell me about the plans for this year’s beer festival?

This year we have a strong beer festival committee and, after conducting a survey of the attendees last year, we listened to the comments so we could strengthen the event. Firstly, whilst the beer festival has an amazing party atmosphere we mustn’t forget that it is a ‘beer festival’ so again we have enlisted the help of Jonathan Manby from Theakston’s Brewery to ensure we have our finger on the pulse of real ale trends. As usual we have a fantastic lineup of live music across the three days and we’ll be joined by the Claro Sword Morris dancers again.

How did the event come about?

The Festival is in its 27th year now and has grown from very humble beginnings at a sports or social club somewhere behind the Granby Hotel. All those years ago a few of the Round Table members thought it would be a good idea to drive to Masham and buy a few barrels, most likely for their own consumption. Since then the event has outgrown the venue and moved to bigger and more exciting venues. We truly feel at home at The Crown Hotel.

How strong is the local brewing industry at the moment and how helpful have they been in supporting the event?

I think it is fair to say that the small independent brewer has seen a huge rise in trade over the last few years, as there’s a growing interest from a younger generation eager to taste lovingly-brewed ales rather than mass-produced lagers.

Name your top three tipples...

We have yet to confirm the beers at this year’s festival, although I can assure you if we have them again I will most certainly partake in a pint of Hawkshead Brewery’s Windermere Pale, Bad Co. Brewery’s Comfortably Numb and a Roosters Brewery Calypso.

Who else is involved and how do you organize/operate the festival?

There are about 30 members aged 18 – 45 in Harrogate and District Round Table, from all walks of life, and we do this in our spare time.

This year we have a committee of six for the beer festival and preparation starts pretty much as soon as one festival ends. We take part in other activities during the rest of the year, like our Soap Box Derby event and the bonfire and fireworks on the Stray, so other members of the 30-strong team will be looking after those events. We then all club together on event days to make the whole thing happen. We also mustn’t forget the help we receive from local charities as each year we get help from many volunteers over the course of the three-day event who religiously turn up to pour pints or work the cloakroom.

When is it and how can people get tickets?

The Festival takes place at The Crown Hotel in Harrogate on 16, 17, and 18 of March. For more details or to purchase a ticket head to www.harrogatebeerfestival.co.uk Tickets can also be bought on the door although it is advisable to pre-purchase.

It’s becoming harder every year to pick a final list of beers for the festival as there’s so much choice. The Harrogate Beer Festival wouldn’t be so successful without the help we receive from local brewers like Daleside and Theakston’s.

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On 9 March three expert speakers will deliver inspiring TED-style talks on the theme of Caring in the latest Berwins Salon North event. Harrogate Review spoke to one of the speakers – author, broadcaster, scientist and geek, Dr Adam Rutherford.

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Your website describes you as a geek amongst other things – will geeks inherit the earth?

Geeks are just people who are interested in stuff. And we’ve already taken over. Next time you make a phone call, or use the internet, or take some medicine, have a think about who invented it.

Your book Creation is about the origin and future of life – can we ever truly understand what life is all about?

Can we understand life? Yes, we know tonnes about how biology works, but true enlightenment in science is the realisation of how little we know. Science is a neverending question, and as long as there are living things to study the saga continues.

So, big question – what is it all about?

What if, as that Hallmark card says, the Hokey Pokey IS what it’s all about?

I consult others for the big questions. Kurt Vonnegut said, “Welcome to Earth. It’s hot in the summer and cold in the winter. It’s round and wet and crowded. On the outside, babies, you’ve got a hundred years here.

There’s only one rule that I know of, babies goddamn it, you’ve got to be kind.”

Do you have any big future predictions around the human race and evolutionary biology?

All I know about humans is that making predictions is hard, especially about the future. But as long as we keep having babies we’ll keep evolving, and I’ll have stuff to write about.

Intriguingly you’ve been scientific advisor on a few movies – any big science-inspired movies in the pipeline for 2017?

I’ve been working on two big films out this year, both amazing in different ways. The first is called Life, set on the International Space Station, with Jake Gyllenhaal and Ryan Reynolds, and a rather aggressive organism that I helped design. The second is called Annihilation, directed by Alex Garland (with whom I worked on Ex Machina), and stars Natalie Portman and Oscar Isaac. That has an alien too, the likes of which you have never seen before, I promise.

What are the biggest challenges in our future that scientists face? Are you optimistic or pessimistic about the future?

The biggest challenge we face is the tyranny of idiocy. Climate change is real.

Vaccines work and are safe. Evolution is a fact. There are dark forces afoot in this world. But science is a constant revolution, and rebellions are built on hope.

Salon North is a TED-style event, what do you hope audiences will leave with after experiencing your talk?

If they stay awake that’s a boon, if they’ve learnt something then I’m doing my job.

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On the Cover...

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How did you get into illustration?

an animation or simply a self-initiated drawing, you have to get involved and see it from the end users perspective. If they are not captured by it, then I have not done my job correctly.

I’ve always drawn, my Dad taught me. He would paint and draw in his spare time. As a child I’d be amazed at his ability to capture things on paper and canvas. Both my parents were very encouraging when it came to creativity. I then followed my abilities into What’s your relationship with Harrogate? the creative industry, I am very lucky that my It’s the place I always come back to. It’s job is something that I adore. where my family is. Where my friends are.

It’s one of the places in the world that holds You seem to have developed a signature some of my most favourite memories. In a way it’s my security blanket, something I style, is that something you worked know, that feels comfortable. towards or did it come naturally?

I really am unsure. As an illustrator, style can often be dictated by the brief of the project. But ink and crosshatching is a method I really enjoy. It’s very involved, allencompassing. Sometimes it’s scary how much time goes by while I’m doing it!

Are there any projects you’re particularly proud of ?

There is of course a certain amount of pride in every project. Whether that be the resulting image, the process, learnings made or perhaps the relationship that was built with the client. I was commissioned to create an illustration to be used for a campaign on social media, it was very encouraging to see people appreciate and engage with it in real time. Plus I had to do it on a tea bag, so the work was quite challenging too.

Describe your perfect working environment.

Music, kettle, ink and a juicy internet connection.

What keeps you busy when you’re not illustrating?

We have two dogs, so they take up a lot of our time when not working. I love hanging out with my friends. I love spending time with my family.

Who are your most interesting clients?

I have to be careful not to indirectly insult people here! Though projects and clients have different levels of interesting, I think it’s important to find the ‘interesting’ in projects, otherwise they can become stale. Whether it be a Christmas card to help promote products for server security, character design for

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Fancy a laugh?

We’ve got some of the newest around in our comedy shorts competition which has seen filmmakers from all over the world submit films to be screened. Screened at the Everyman Cinema, sit back and relax as you view some of the very best new comedy films around.

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HARROGATE THEATRE’S SUMMER SEASON Harrogate Theatre’s spring/ summer 2017 season is here, and with more than 90 shows it’s brimming with thought-provoking, entertaining and inspirational material to kick-start your cultural calendar..

by Rachel Auty

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For starters

It’s a strong start with Frankenstein (2-4 February) kicking off the season in the main house, Ginger Is The New Black with James Wilson-Taylor (11 February) in the Studio, You Win Again (3 February) at the Royal Hall, and a sold out Rick Astley show at Harrogate International Centre (25 March).

For the kids

The family-friendly programme is rich this season, with The Sooty Show (20 February), Northern Ballet’s Goldilocks And The Three Bears (6 May), The Tiger Who Came To Tea (30 & 31 May), and Dick & Dom Live (1 June) all in the main house.

What’s more, the creative team behind Harrogate Theatre’s pantomime bring a contemporary take on Hans Christian Andersen’s well-loved cheeky tale,The Emperor’s New Clothes (6-15 April). In the Studio there’s Molly’s Marvellous Moustache (23-25 February) and Wow! Said The Owl (20-22 April), and Naomi’s Wild & Scary is at the Royal Hall (18 April).

For the laugh

Comedy-wise there’s David O’Doherty (22 February), Henning Wehn (23 February, sold out), Danny Baker (10 March), Brian Conley (24 March), Richard Herring (20 April), and Chris Ramsey (3 May) in the main house. In the Studio there’s also Stuart Goldsmith (4 March) and don’t forget the monthly Hyena Lounge Comedy Club nights (see website for dates) and quarterly Hyena Lounge Kids’ Comedy Clubs (22 April, 1 July). In the Royal Hall we have Jimmy Carr (5 March), Al Murray (19 March), Jon Richardson (11 May), and Omid Djalili (19 May).

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For music lovers

Music also features strongly this season with Putting The Band Back Together (2-4 March) offering an opportunity to get involved. There’s also The Ronnie Scott’s Soho Songbook (8 March), T’Pau (25 March), Clare Teal And Her Mini Big Band (4 May), Barry Steele as Roy Orbison (30 June), plus The Simon & Garfunkel Story (18 July) - and that’s just the shows in the main house.

The Royal Hall will host You Win Again (3 February), Whitney – Queen of the Night (10 February), Magic of Motown (17 February), Leo Sayer (12 May), KT Tunstall (18 May), Live On Mars: A Tribute to David Bowie (27 May), Big Girls Don’t Cry (16 June), and Let’s Twist Again (2 July). Rocking Harrogate International Centre is Billy Ocean (31 March) and Caro Emerald (21 April). On top of all that there’s Circle Live - a free monthly session of live music from local musicians in Harrogate Theatre’s Circle Bar (See Facebook for details).

There are three operas this season - Lakmé (5 May) is in the main house and, right at the end of the season, Madam Butterfly (30 August) and Tosca (31 August) are in the Royal Hall.

For those who love a good drama This season’s Dramatic Start ticket deal offers a chance to bag a bargain on some quality entertainment - book three shows for £45 or 4 for £60 and you can save up to 28% on the full ticket prices. Choose from Mr Darcy Loses The Plot (16-17 February), Invincible (15-18 March), The Verdict (28 March-1 April), Don’t Dress For Dinner (10-13 May), or The Father (4-8 July).

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For something a bit different The Studio at Harrogate Theatre offers an exciting programme of often very new work and with a capacity of just 60 offers an up-close-and-personal theatre experience.

In the Studio this season there’s a work in progress by Daniel Bye, Safe House (3 March), Eurohouse (10 & 11 March), Narvik (14-18 March), Offside (24 & 25 March), Harrogate Theatre co-production The Invisible Man (27 April – 6 May), Spring Reign (12 & 13 May), Life By The Throat (19 & 20 May), and Hopeless Romantics (23-27 May).

A series of special events will also take place in the Studio over the coming months.

Nothing To See Here (February) is four nights of contemporary performance exploring our bodies, our selves and how we treat humans in the 21st century. Best Of BE Festival (9 May) is a grand tour of boundary-smashing European performance with three 30-minute shows in one night plus the option of a ‘theatre supper’. In June there’s not only a mini-festival of contemporary dance theatre (1-3 June), but also Mind’s Eye, which is four shows over four nights exploring the mechanics of the mind.

One of the many highlights in the main house this season is 1927’s Golem (21-24 June). Following its July 2014 work-in-development showing at Harrogate Theatre and more recently a hugely successful West End run and an acclaimed international tour - we are delighted and incredibly proud to welcome 1927 and the full Golem production back to Harrogate, where it all began.

The rest Finally, shows not already mentioned are Burton (27 February), Hamlet (21-22 March), Strictly Murder (13-15 June), and A Judgement In Stone (11-15 July) in the main house, and 2017 Chinese New Year Extravaganza (4 February), BANFF World Film Festival (23 February), Champions of Magic (1 April), and Sons Of Pitches (19 June) in the Royal Hall.

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Picks of the Month

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The Frazer Theatre Comedy Club continues 2017 with another eclectic selection of hugely talented comedians on Friday 3 February.

Gareth Richards’ hilarious stand-up, silly jokes and gorgeously low-key comedy songs have made him an instant favourite on the comedy circuit. In 2010 he was nominated for Foster’s Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer. Using a multi-track looper and pedals, Vince Atta creates live on-the-spot hip-hop/ reggae/techno/anything, hilariously fusing it with natural stand-up, storytelling and characters. Sarah Keyworth delivers a mix of honest anecdotal storytelling about her Midlands upbringing while Thom Tuck is forging a fantastic reputation, both solo and as part of the Penny Dreadfuls, which belies his relatively short number of years on the scene so far.

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Julian Bliss: Sunday Series

February sees the return of clarinettist Julian Bliss to Harrogate. Born in the UK, Julian started playing the clarinet at the age of four, going on to study in the U.S. at Indiana University and in Germany under Sabine Meyer.

The breadth and depth of his artistry are reflected in the diversity and distinction of his work. In recital and chamber music he has played at most of the world’s leading festivals and as a soloist performs with the orchestra around the globe. Joined by regular accompanist pianist Robert Botteriell the duo perform a collection of some of the greatest clarinet music, curated especially for the Harrogate International Sunday Series.

Sunday 19 February

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The Eulogy of Toby Peach

One in two of us will experience cancer first-hand and now Toby Peach brings this universal issue to the stage. The Eulogy Of Toby Peach is the story of his journey with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, a cancer of the lymph nodes that he faced at the age of 19 and again at 21.

Toby didn’t know what cancer was, what happens when it’s treated and the effects it can have. A eulogy is a celebration of life - we will all need one.

Toby is just delivering his now.

Join Toby as he enters the (not so) exclusive Cancer Club, sample chemotherapy cocktails, select the perfect funeral playlist and marvel at Willy Wonka’s lifesaving stem cell machine. From diagnosis to remission, relapse and treatment, experience a young man’s journey with cancer in this honest, fascinating and inspiring exploration of modern science and the wonders of the human body.

16 February, Harrogate Theatre www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk

Frankenstein @ Harrogate Theatre

Marking the 200th anniversary of the creation of Frankenstein, Blackeyed Theatre’s brand new stage adaptation of Mary Shelley’s gothic horror masterpiece embarks on a five-month UK tour.

Adapted by John Ginman, who penned Blackeyed Theatre’s hugely successful 2013 production of Dracula, this production fuses bold ensemble storytelling, live music, puppetry and stunning theatricality to create a fresh telling of what has become a landmark work of literature. A unique feature of the production is the use of Bunrakustyle puppetry to portray The Creature.

Designed and built by Yvonne Stone (Warhorse, His Dark Materials), the full size 6’4” puppet, which needs up to three people to manipulate it, adds an exciting new dimension to the retelling of the classic story.

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What’s On?

Wednesday 1 February Friday 3 February Death of a Salesman - presented by the Harrogate Dramatic Society

7.45pm, runs until 4 February, Harrogate Theatre This classic piece of theatre from one of the greatest playwrights of the 20th century was ahead of its time and still resonates with audiences today.

A chance to see an engaging and thought-provoking piece of drama.

Thursday 2 February Karaoke

9pm, Hales Bar Harrogate Karaoke from 9 pm in the lounge bar.

Every Thursday.

Look Again Gallery Tours

2pm, Mercer Art Gallery In each of these short gallery tours curator Jane Sellars will introduce you to a different way of looking at Harrogate’s fine art collection.

Frankenstein

7.30pm, runs until 4 February, Harrogate Theatre A brand new adaptation of Mary Shelley’s Gothic horror masterpiece fusing ensemble storytelling, live music and stunning theatricality. From the artistic team behind Blackeyed Theatre’s hugely successful 2013 production of Dracula, Frankenstein promises a fresh, exciting take on what is widely considered to be a landmark work of romantic, gothic and science fiction literature.

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You Win Again – Bee Gees tribute show 7.30pm , Royal Hall A night celebrating the music of one of the world’s best loved pop acts in this spectacular tribute show. www.hicyorkshire.co.uk

The Frazer Theatre Comedy Club

8pm, Frazer Theatre, Knaresborough The Frazer Theatre Comedy Club continues 2017 with another eclectic selection of hugely talented comedians on Friday 3 February. After a packed January show to start the year, we continue in style with four more acts at the top of their game.

Saturday 4 February

Chinese New Year Extravaganza

2.30pm & 7.30pm, Royal Hall Welcome in the Chinese year of the Rooster with this exciting and dramatic showcase of oriental culture. www.hicyorkshire.co.uk

Six Nations Rugby

Various times, Hales Bar Harrogate All Six Nations rugby games shown in both bars.

Sunday 5 February Bluephunk

3pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Live blues music from Bluephunk. www.bluesbar.co.uk

The Wind In The Willows

7.30pm, (runs until 12 February) The Playhouse, Pateley Bridge Kenneth Grahame’s much-loved story is brought to life in a new musical adaptation by Nevin Ward.

Seafoam

6pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Live music at the Blues Bar from Seafoam. www.bluesbar.co.uk

The Matt Goldberg Band

9pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Live music with the fantastic The Matt Goldberg Band. www.bluesbar.co.uk

Psychic & Clairvoyant Fair

11am - 3pm, Hales Bar Harrogate Holistic stands, forever living, natural pet products, reiki, reflexology, angel healing & much more. £1 entry.

Acoustic Sessions

Jed Thomas Blues Band

4.30pm - 7.30pm Gas-lit acoustic afternoon hosted by Ade Payne, Rob Reynolds & guests.

Every Sunday.

www.bluesbar.co.uk

Old Magnesia Well Pump Room.

Open Day

7pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Live music with the fantastic Jed Thomas Blues Band.

10am-3.30pm Valley Gardens, Harrogate Learn how Harrogate became a Spa Town. Let us tell you about other exciting projects being undertaken by the Friends Of The Valley Gardens.

Entrance to the Old Magnesia Well

Pump Room is free.

www.friendsofvalleygardens.co.uk

Monday 6 February Lunchtime Concert

1pm, Wesley Centre Arcturus play music for flute, viola and piano by Weber, Brahms, Debussy and Duruflé.

Open Mic Night

7pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Open Mic Night at the Blues Bar hosted by Martin Rose. www.bluesbar.co.uk

Tuesday 7 February

US Beer Tasting

7pm, North Bar Harrogate £20 ticket, with three US beers, food pairing and one American whiskey.

Friday 10 February

Whitney – Queen of the Night

7.30pm, Royal Hall Remember the sounds of one of the greatest modern soul singers, in this tribute to Whitney Houston. The show features rising West End star Rebecca Freckleton who delivers a breathtaking performance as Whitney. www.hicyorkshire.co.uk

Harriet Dyer - Work in Progress

Snowdrop Days

10am - 4pm, Goldsborough Hall The Species Snowdrop Walk, created in 2012, features over 40 rare varieties of snowdrops in a newly cleared area of the woods – some so rare they haven’t yet been named. Snowdrop days are February 12 and 19 2017.

Sunday 12 February Danceworx Live 2017

1.30pm and 6.30pm, Royal Hall A song and dance spectacular featuring students from DanceWorx studio, performing all genres of dance from classical and tap to musical theatre and street.

The Paul Middleton Angst Band

8pm, Frazer Theatre, Knaresborough Frazer Theatre Comedy Club welcomes back Harriet Dyer with a work-in-progress performance for her 2017 Edinburgh Festival show.

Harriet will be joined by The Delightful Sausage, performing some of their hot-off-the-presses sketches for your delight!

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The Nick Bold Band

Live music all day, various times, The Blues Bar A full day of live blues music with Vintage, The Miracle Glass Company and The Barsteward Sons Of Val Doonican.

www.bluesbar.co.uk

Monday 13 February

Derrin Nauendorf

7pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Live music at the Blues Bar from Derrin Nauendorf. www.bluesbar.co.uk

Wednesday 8 February 7pm, Live music with Blues Bar regulars The Paul Middleton Angst Band.

Thursday 9 February The Resonators

7pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Live blues music from The Resonators. www.bluesbar.co.uk

Return to the Forbidden Planet Presented by Deaney Players

7.30pm (9 - 11 February), Harrogate Theatre The play is a parody of Shakespeare’s The Tempest. And a 1950s Sci-fi B-Movie. This rock and roll masterpiece includes many favourite songs from the 1960s and 1970s. www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk

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7pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Live music at the Blues Bar from the Nick Bold Band.

Saturday 11 February Riff Raff

7pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Live music with the fantastic Riff Raff. www.bluesbar.co.uk

Harrogate Philharmonic Orchestra

7.30pm, St Mark’s Church Join Harrogate Philharmonic Orchestra for a night of lively folk dances from the northern hemisphere.

www.hicyorkshire.co.uk

Live Folk Music

12pm- 3.30pm, Hales Bar Harrogate Folk music in the Vaults bar.

The Miracle Glass Company/The Barsteward Sons Of Val Doonican

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Open Mic Night

7pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Open Mic Night at the Blues Bar hosted by Martin Rose. www.bluesbar.co.uk

Jo Shiner and the Magnard Wind Ensemble

7.30pm, Ripon Cathedral The concert, arranged by the Cathedral Concert Society, is full of variety and includes veiled nachtmusik and invocations of Greek mythology.

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Thursday 16 February

7pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Live music at the Blues Bar from Dave Sharp.

7pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Live music with the fantastic Riff Raff.

Dave Sharp

www.bluesbar.co.uk

Valentine’s Day

6pm - 9 pm, Hales Bar Harrogate Wine and dine Lady & the Tramp style! Serenaded by crooner Aaron Bertenshaw. Booking essential, £24.95 per person.

Valentine`s intimate wine tasting All day, North Bar Harrogate Try a selection of wines in an intimate environment with selected food pairings.

Wednesday 15 February

North Bar 1st Birthday

All day, North Bar Harrogate North Bar Harrogate celebrates its first birthday with cakes, beer and balloons.

Royal Hall Open Day

10am to 4pm Come down to Harrogate’s fully restored Royal Hall theatre and explore the building at your leisure. www.hicyorkshire.co.uk

The Paul Middleton Angst Band

7pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Live music with Blues Bar regulars The Paul Middleton Angst Band. www.bluesbar.co.uk

Scapegoat Kelly www.bluesbar.co.uk

Mr Darcy Loses The Plot

7.30pm, Harrogate Theatre Award-winning comedy duo LipService, makers of Withering Looks and Inspector Norse, celebrate Jane Austen’s life 200 years on. www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk

Ripon Arts - Florence talk by Wendy Sanderson

7.30pm, Allhallowgate Church Hall, Ripon Florence is a rich source of material and is noted for its culture, Renaissance art, architecture and monuments. Wendy Sanderson is an art historian studying at the Royal College of Art - South Kensington, and Leeds University. She has taught art history for over 15 years.

The Eulogy of Toby Peach

7.30pm, Harrogate Theatre From diagnosis to remission, relapse and treatment - experience a young man’s journey with cancer in this honest, fascinating and inspiring exploration of modern science and the human body. A discovery of selfmortality and celebration of life. www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk

Friday 17 February The Lewis Hamilton Band

7pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Live music at the Blues Bar from The Lewis Hamilton Band. www.bluesbar.co.uk

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Getting Better Slowly

7.45pm, Harrogate Theatre Adam Pownall woke up to find his body shutting down. Unable to walk, talk or blink and nobody knew why…

When Guillain Barré Syndrome affected Adam it caused full paralysis within days. Getting Better Slowly tells the story of his illness through a creative collision of new writing, verbatim accounts, sound and movement. www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk

The Magic of Motown

7.30pm, Royal Hall A tribute show to one of the greatest record labels of all time in a night of sensational soul and blues. www.hicyorkshire.co.uk

Saturday 18 February

UniBrass 2017 University Brass Band Championship of Great Britain

11am to 10pm, Harrogate International Centre The seventh annual University Brass Band Championships of Great Britain and Northern Ireland comes to Harrogate with 22 bands competing in a variety of entertaining sets. www.hicyorkshire.co.uk

A Place Called Happiness

7.45pm, Harrogate Theatre Debs spent a year thinking about happiness. It brought her down. A Place Called Happiness was a year in the making and is Debs’ response to society’s seeming obsession with happiness. www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk

Hyena Comedy Club

8pm, Harrogate Theatre This excellent stand-up show right on your doorstep is the perfect night out for people who like laughing.

Rothwell Temperance Band

7.30pm, All Saints’ Church, Kirkby Overblow Another chance to hear this nationally acclaimed brass band on your doorstep. Not to be missed!

Tickets £12 adults, £6 under-16s. Bar from 7pm.

Email kirkbyoverblowevents@gmail.com

Leeds Symphony Orchestra with Craig Ogden

7.30pm, King James’ School, Knaresborough Renowned guitarist Craig Ogden joins Leeds Symphony Orchestra for a varied and popular programme.

Jed Thomas Blues Band

7pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Live music with Blues Bar regulars Jed Thomas Blues Band. www.bluesbar.co.uk

Sunday 19 February The Revolutionaires

3pm,The Blues Bar Harrogate Live music from The Revolutionaires. www.bluesbar.co.uk

Harrogate International Sunday Series - Julian Bliss

11am, Harrogate February sees the return of clarinettist Julian Bliss to Harrogate.

Joined by regular accompanist pianist Robert Botteriell the duo perform a collection of some of the greatest clarinet music, curated especially for the Harrogate International Sunday Series.

Old Magnesia Well Pump Room.

Open Day

10am-3.30pm Valley Gardens, Harrogate Learn how Harrogate became a Spa Town.Let us tell you about other exciting projects being undertaken by the Friends of the Valley Gardens.

Entrance to the Old Magnesia Well Pump Room is free. www.friendsofvalleygardens.co.uk

Monday 20 February Open Mic Night

7pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Open Mic Night at the Blues Bar hosted by Martin Rose. www.bluesbar.co.uk

Harrogate’s Fine Art Collection

2pm, Mercer Art Gallery Find out about the stars of Harrogate’s Fine Art Collection with Mercer Art Gallery curator Jane Sellars.

The Sooty Show

11am & 2:30pm, Harrogate Theatre Izzy wizzy let’s get busy! Sooty is back in a brand-new show with guaranteed giggles for the whole family! Direct from CITV, Sooty, Sweep and Soo head into town accompanied by TV’s Richard Cadell. www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk

Tuesday 21 February Making friends!

10am, Mercer Art Gallery Half term craft activities at the Mercer Gallery. Drop in to the gallery and try some crafts with a friendship theme.

We’ll be making friendship bracelets and paper crafts – bring a friend and work together. £3 per child. Drop-in activities for families, no need to book.

Wednesday 22 February

The Paul Middleton Angst Band 7pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Live music with Blues Bar regulars The Paul Middleton Angst Band. www.bluesbar.co.uk

Cinderella Pantomime

Various times until 25 Feb, Pannal Village Hall This half-term come and immerse yourself in the Land Of Make Believe at the Pannal Players’ production of Cinderella. Toe-tapping performances run each evening at 7.30 pm from Wednesday 22 February to Saturday 25 February with a Saturday matinee at 2.30 pm at Pannal Village Hall.

Tickets are £7 for adults and £3 for primary school age children. www.jumblebee.co.uk/ pannalplayerscinderella

David O’Doherty Big Time Tour 2017

8pm, Harrogate Theatre David O’Doherty the Aldi Bublé, the Ryanair Enya, is delighted to present a brand new show of talking and songs played on a crappy keyboard from 1986. www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk

Thursday 23 February The Phil Dean Trio

Winter Soul Dinner at Bettys Harrogate

7pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Live music at the Blues Bar from The Phil Dean Trio.

7.30pm, Betty’s Harrogate Enjoy a night of Soul and Motown by one of the best soul singers in the UK, Ritchie Penrose.

BANFF Mountain Film Festival

Saturday 25 February

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7.30pm, Royal Hall Follow the expeditions of today’s most incredible adventurers in a selection of short films from far flung and remote corners of the globe. www.hicyorkshire.co.uk

Molly’s Marvellous Moustache

11am & 2pm, Harrogate Theatre Molly wants to be just like the grown ups. So her mummy makes her a moustache. With her moustache she can go anywhere and do anything she likes. She can launch an expedition to the heart of the jungle, blast off into space and create incredible inventions. www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk

Friday 24 February The Alex Fawcett Band

7pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Live music with the fantastic The Alex Fawcett Band. www.bluesbar.co.uk

Count Arthur Strong: The Sound of Mucus

7.45pm, Harrogate Theatre Using stories and other things that are secret, Count Arthur Strong, showbiz legend, pays tribute to one of the best musicals he can remember. Uniquely recreating the salient and poignant moments for your enjoyment. www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk

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Orff - Carmina Burana and Chilcott Little Jazz Mass

7.30pm, Royal Hall Two very contrasting works are presented in this evening of musical entertainment featuring jazz and classical performances www.hicyorkshire.co.uk

Jed Thomas Blues Band

7pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Live music with Blues Bar regulars Jed Thomas Blues Band. www.bluesbar.co.uk

Sunday 26 February

Dae La Ruse/ Wilson McGladdery

3pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Live music double header at the Blues Bar with Dae La Ruse and Wilson McGladdery. www.bluesbar.co.uk

Monday 27 February Open Mic Night

7pm, The Blues Bar Harrogate Open Mic Night at the Blues Bar hosted by Martin Rose. www.bluesbar.co.uk

Burton

7.30pm, Harrogate Theatre Burton vividly presents the life of the great Welsh actor Richard Burton in his own words from humble beginnings to Hollywood megastardom. www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk

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Regional Events What’s On? Theatre & Performance

Casanova

The Full Monty

Saturday 11 - Saturday 18 March, Leeds Grand Theatre.

Throw caution to the wind. Be led into temptation. Unmask Casanova with Northern Ballet.

This original ballet will expose a story so sensational you won’t believe it’s real.

Monday 13 - Saturday 18 March, Alhambra Theatre, Bradford.

The classic film about six out-ofwork steelworkers with nothing to lose took the world by storm.

Music Lee Scratch Perry

Wednesday 8 March, Brudenell Social Club, Leeds.

Regarded with awe throughout the music world, Lee Scratch Perry is one of the most enduring and original reggae producers and artists of all time.

DRAKE

8 - 9 February, First Direct Arena, Leeds Expect an amazing night of hit songs, slow jams and fresh beats from Drizzy himself to serenade you through the beginning of the New Year. This is an incredible opportunity to see one of the biggest stars in R&B flex his huge hits in concert at the First Direct Arena.

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Kaiser Chiefs

4 March, First Direct Arena, Leeds Featuring all the Kaiser’s hits and brand new tunes from their sixth album Stay Together, such as Parachute and Hole in My Soul, it promises to be an incredible concert to delight old and new fans alike

Comedy

Jonathan Pie: Live

Thursday 16 February, City Varieties Music Hall, Leeds Jonathan Pie is a respected news reporter for a respected news broadcaster but he has a problem.

He has several problems. He hates his job. He hates his colleagues. But mainly he hates the fcking news.

Festivals

SEAN LOCK - KEEP IT LIGHT

Sunday 26 & Monday 27 March, Leeds Grand Theatre Every three years the comedian Sean Lock writes and tours a new stand-up show. Well he’s only gone and done it again! What’s he like?

Come and see what he’s blithering on about this time.

Henning Wehn: Westphalia Is Not An Option

23 February, Harrogate Theatre Join German comedy ambassador Henning Wehn for an evening of Teutonic jolliness at its best.

After his last show tackled those well-known staples of light entertainment that are the British obsession, with home ownership and the self-serving nature of most fundraising efforts, this time Henning is having an unbiased look at immigration.

Sport

Harrogate Film Festival Friday 3 - Sunday 5 March, Harrogate A celebration of film and filmmakers taking place across a range of fantastic venues in Harrogate.

BetBright Festival

3-4 March, Doncaster Racecourse The BetBright Festival features the popular Grimthorpe Chase. Sure to be hotly contested, it is considered a test for the Grand National.

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The best of Harrogate

by Haigh Simpson

Shooligans

The Treatment Rooms

Offering an extensive choice from leading brands and a strong focus on providing excellent service, Shooligans is passionate about promoting foot health.

Established since 2004, the Treatment Rooms is opposite the Royal Pump Rooms in Harrogate. Priding themselves on high quality treatments with very experienced staff, their clients enjoy a warm and friendly atmosphere the moment they walk through the door.

Their staff take pride in providing a free measuring service and offering expert advice on the best footwear for each individual. All staff at Shooligans hold qualifications with the Society of Shoefitters, providing them with the expertise to advise on correctly fitting shoes with the growing room and support that’s important to the growing feet of their young customers. The store stocks 15 popular Continental and designer brands providing footwear that’s good for developing feet.

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Louise and her team offer treatments that range from specialist facials by Germaine de Capucinni, wellbeing therapies by NEOM, organic tanning by Vita Liberata and body therapies by Universal Contour Wrap, plus all the traditional beauty treatments available today. The salon has four treatment rooms and a lovely sitting room for you to wind down in before your therapist collects you, and to relax in after your treatment. With a fabulous retail area, the Treatment Rooms has it all.

Bias

The Fat Badger

Sitting amongst the lovely, independent stores on Cold Bath Road, BIAS Harrogate sells a range of Scandinavian and European clothing. Stylish, smart clean lines with just the edge you need.

A cool and comfortable interior, reminiscent of a proper Yorkshire pub but with a polished feel.

Owner Sally Hindle opened her first store in Peckham, south east London nearly five years ago. She is proud of the look that BIAS has curated, mixing a range of Danish, Swedish, Italian and French labels. Sally loves the way these clothes look together, layering garments in a way that makes them ageless and timeless. Although BIAS staff range from the early twenties to the late fifties they all look good in the collections.

The Fat Badger has a selection of locally sourced cask ales from breweries such as Black Sheep, Copper Dragon, GreyHawk, Saltaire, Timothy Taylor’s, Wharfe Bank and York Brewery.

The perfect destination after an early Friday finish and your ideal location for a beer garden afternoon. Fat Badger succeeds in creating an upmarket feel, but with a homely Yorkshire atmosphere.

The Fat Badger is on Cold Bath Rd, Harrogate.

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A Quick Chat with

Tilly Lewis Tilly Lewis is the owner of the marvellous Tilly Peppers CafĂŠ in Harrogate.

Favourite place to hang around in and around Harrogate?

I love going for a beer in The Last Post or The Little Ale House. The Tannin Level is great for dinner, so many to choose from!

Local event you could not live without?

Harrogate International Music Festival - I went to see Craig Charles at the Spiegeltent, and it was amazing!

Local business you admire?

Four Seasons Florist on Cold Bath Road.

Louise is an inspiration!

Local person you admire (past or present)?

Kieran Gentry - a young man that comes in the cafĂŠ. He works at the refuge in Harrogate and alongside the Police to help them relate to local youths. He is always so nice and polite and I really admire all of his work.

Name a guilty pleasure Bruce Willis and Dairylea Dunkers.

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