WOW What's On Where September 2012

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F70C{B >= Until 15 Sept BULLY BOY Anthony Andrews heads the cast for the co-production of Bully Boy this autumn.

This sensitive and thoughtprovoking play follows Falklands War veteran Major Oscar Hadley, who is sent to a combat zone to probe allegations of severe misconduct by Eddie Clark, a young squaddie from Burnley and part of a self-styled ‘Bully Boy’ unit of the British army. As the interrogation develops, the two men bond as they try to come to terms with the horrors they have both experienced at war. www.royalandderngate.co.uk.

7 - 15 Sept CALEndAr GirLS A group of extraordinary women, members of a very ordinary Yorkshire Wi spark a global phenomenon by persuading one another to pose for a charity calendar with a difference!

As interest snowballs, the Calendar Girls find themselves revealing more than they’d ever planned‌ A very British story, with a very British heart, Calendar Girls is based on an uplifting and very inspiring true story that is quirky, poignant and hilarious.

Well worth a date in your calendar. www.thelittletheatre.net

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Celebrating 80 Years of Masque Theatre 'PVS 4DPSF :FBST BOE 5IFO SUndAY 7 OCTOBEr Northampton’s Masque Theatre presents and entertainment celebrating the people, the places and the plays that have been preformed by this successful amateur group over the last 80 years.

A once-only public performance, by a fifty-strong cast, featuring songs, scenes and comic highlights from the eight decades of Masque’s long and distinguished history.

Among those who have been past members of Masque Theatre and have subsequently become well known professional actors are Birds of a Feather’s, Lesley Joseph, and now President of Masque, Marc Warren (Hustle) and comedian Alan Carr, all of whom began their acting career with this company.

For those of you with longer memories the actress Sybil Williams, who was the first wife of Richard Burton, was also an active member in the 50’s and also Michael Green the author of the ‘Art of Coarse

Lesley Joseph (from BBC TV’s Birds of a Feather) in the group’s production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream in 1964.

Acting’ who claims that many of the ‘incidents’ in his book were drawn from the time he spent with Masque!

The celebration at The Royal Theatre will also include a display of archive photographs recording performances by Masque Theatre since 1932, the first being a production of Elmer Rice’s ‘Street Scene’, unto the present day and in-

cluding a piece from Masque Youth Theatre who performed at the opening of the Millennium Dome.

Tickets are ÂŁ12 and include a celebration drink and anniversary birthday cake can be booked only through the Royal and Derngate, Northampton, on 01604 624811, for Sunday 7 October, 4pm.

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Finding Neverland %POoU NJTT UIF 8PSME 1SFNJFSF PG UIJT OFX NVTJDBM DPNFEZ 22 SEPTEMBER - 18 OCTOBER Escape to a wonderful world of enchantment with this musical tale of the life of playwright J.M. Barrie, and the inspiration behind his classic book, The Adventures of Peter Pan. With his last play ‘The Wedding Guest’ a failure, James Barrie is crippled by writer’s block and success seems like a far-away land. But then while out walking with his dog Porthos in Kensington Gardens a chance encounter with widow Sylvia Llewellyn Davies and her four young sons (Jack, George, Michael and Peter) sends his heart and imagination soaring, and their friendship gives birth to a magical tale that will live forever.

22 Sept – 18 Oct Curve Leicester 0116 242 3595 www.curveonline.co.uk

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Mon 10th - Sat 15th September Cabaret IMMeDIateLY PrIOr tO tHe WeSt eND FOr a StrICtLY LIMIteD SeaSON at tHe SaVOY tHeatre. bill Kenwright presents the multi-award winning production of Cabaret.

Internationally celebrated singer/songwriter Will Young and acclaimed actress Michelle ryan make their musical theatre debuts in the hugely anticipated reimagining of rufus Norris’ double Olivier-award winning production of Cabaret which is being choreographed by world renowned Javier De Frutos. Cabaret features show-stopping choreography, dazzling costumes and some of the most iconic songs in musical theatre including ‘Money Makes the World Go round’, ‘two Ladies’ ‘Maybe this time’ and of course ‘Cabaret’.

Call 0115 989 5555 email tickets@trch.co.uk www.trch.co.uk Sat 29 September LIttLe reD...WHO KNOW WHO !

each character has realistic facial expressions and synchronised lips that will speak and sing to the audience. The set will also be a spectacular recreation of the Ice Age world with props, video, lights and special effects.

It’s a story for the whole family combining music and song and spectacular set design with loveable characters dancing, skating, flying and performing breath taking acrobatics and daring stunts!

ICe aGe LIVe! a MaMMOtH aDVeNture. Capital FM Arena Nottingham 25-28 October 2012. Book online at www.capitalfmarena.com or call 0843 373 3000.

radio times )FBU XBSNJOH GFFM HPPE NVTJDBM tueS 18 - Sat 22 SePt Packed with nostalgia, the show tells the tale of the BBC’s light-entertainment wireless show Variety Bandwagon, as they prepare to do their bit for

the war effort. With half the cast missing, an officious producer and no script, their live broadcast to America seems doomed to fail until star of the show, Sammy Shaw, arrives

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You Know Who! to the Core at Corby Cube on Saturday 29 September, a spell-binding adaptation of the well-known traditional children’s tale.

With a delightful mix of puppetry, beautiful visual effects and specially composed music, Freehand theatre guides children along an imaginary woodland path where wolves are kept safely between the covers of books, a red box has a song to sing, an endearing bear takes a leading role and a magical forest grows before their very eyes. www.thecorecorby.com.

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with minutes to spare, a script and Hollywood movie star Gary Strong.

Can the cast deliver a show that will win the hearts of the American people? And can Sammy hang on to girlfriend Olive’s love with old flame Gary back on the scene?

Radio Times is a cheering musical filled with quickfire gags and classic songs from Noel Gay (who wrote the popular musical Me And My Girl), including Run Rabbit Run, Hey Little Hen, My Thanks To You, I’m Sending My Blessings and There’s Something About A Soldier. raDIO tIMeS, Royal & Derngate from Tues 18 Sat 22 September. call the Box Office on 01604 624811 or go to www.royalandderngate.co.uk.

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The Sound of Music 6ONJTTBCMF GBNJMZ USFBU UNTIL SUN 16 SepT ‘The Sound of Music’ is quite simply one of the most popular musicals of all time. As their final collaboration Rodgers and Hammerstein have created a true classic of musical theatre based on the heartwarming, true story of the Trapp Family Singers.

Maria, a young nun in an Austrian convent regularly misses her morning prayers preferring to go to the hills to sing. Deciding that Maria is too high spirited and needs to learn something about the real world before she can take her vows, the Mother Superior dispatches her to serve as a governess for the children of the widowed Captain Von Trapp.

Rodgers and Hammerstein’s unforgettable score delivers

some of the most memorable songs ever written for the musical stage including ‘Edelweiss’, ‘My Favourite Things’, ‘Climb Ev’ry Mountain’ ‘Do-ReMi’ and, of course, the title song.

‘The Sound of Music’ originally opened on Broadway in November 1959 and since then has gone on to touch the hearts of all ages around the world. Uplifting , fun yet always moving ‘The Sound of Music’ is an unmissable treat for all the family.

The SOUNd Of MUSIc runs until 16th September.

KILWOrTh hOUSe TheaTre, LE17 6JE Box Office 01858 881939 Email boxoffice@ kilworthhousetheatre.co.uk www.kilworthhousetheatre. co.uk

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WeD 19 SePTemBer The defining voice of contemporary English Folk Music, Kate Rusby’s exquisite interpretations of Traditional songs and finely wrought self-penned tunes have won her an audience that reaches beyond the genre. A rare achievement for a folk artist but entirely understandable given Rusby’s expressive vocals that invest whatever she sings with irresistible emotional depth.

2012 heralds a landmark year for Kate, being her 20th year in

the music industry. After a quiet first half of the year concentrating on recording her exciting new album entitled ‘Twenty’ (due for release in Autumn) featuring special guests to celebrate this anniversary, and taking a little time out for the arrival of her second child, Kate will begin touring again in late Summer.

These concerts will echo the sentiments of ‘Twenty’ revisiting some old favourites with new ideas along with a sprinkling of much loved classics from her

back catalogue. As ever, Kate will be joined on stage by the brilliantly talented musicians who form part of her band. Damien O’Kane on guitar, tenor guitar and banjo, Kevin McGuire on double bass, Edmund boyd on guitar and bouzouki and Julian Sutton on melodeon

Wed 19th September KATE RuSby Demontfort Hall, Leicester www.demontforthall.co.uk

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marina and The diamonds 1SJDFMFTT mOnday 08 OcTOber A powerfully addictive adrenalin rush of genius modern pop ‘How To Be A Heartbreaker’ (due for release October 15th) is a brand new track which has been added to the US version of Marina’s ‘Electra Heart’ album.

Produced by Dr Luke (Katy Perry, Rihanna, Jessie J) and cowritten by Marina, ‘How To Be A Heartbreaker’ was conceived after the UK version of the album (which went straight in at No 1) was finished, and it will appear on a UK version of the album at a later date. Meanwhile Marina’s ‘Primadonna’ single (her first UK top ten single release), is rising fast on the US Top 40 Radio Chart as it leads her ‘Electra Heart’ campaign there.

‘How To Be A Heartbreaker’ can be heard on Youtube or

fri 14th Sep ricHard STreeT - royal & derngate Theatre northampton Gary SeTTerfield iS elTOn JOHn - rutland county museum Oakham THe ParadimeS - Sumo leicester Jubilee cOurTS - charles bradlaugh, northampton SoundCloud ‘Electra Heart’ has been released to rave reviews in the US where Marina’s own headline tour has sold out, and she continues as support on the current Coldplay world tour across the US and Europe through the summer. Marina has taken her critically acclaimed live show to all points on the globe over the last two years and has

firmly cemented a reputation as one of the most enthralling performers around. The Times said her recent London show at The Tabernacle was ‘a fabulous drama packed performance that echoed Katy Perry and primetime Madonna’.

October 8th O2 Academy, LEICESTER www.o2academyleicester.co.uk

Jack liebeck Plays Sibelius $MBTTJDJBM #3*5 XJOOFS +BDL -JFCFDL HFUT PSDIFTUSBM TFBTPO PGG UP B HSBOE TUBSU Sunday 23 SePTember Thrilling young violinist Jack Liebeck plays with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in a stirring concert of music by Sibelius, Wagner and Tchaikovsky.

Sibelius’ mysteriously beautiful and exhilarating Violin Concerto features as soloist the violinist Jack Liebeck, winner of the 2010 Classical BRIT Award for Young British Performer of the Year. Having made his concerto debut with the Hallé Orchestra aged only fifteen, he is now established as one of the most compelling violinists on the concert platform, performing nationwide and overseas with many of the world’s leading orchestras. Liebeck has

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evening of orchestral masterpieces, which also includes Wagner’s bold and dramatic Overture to The Flying Dutchman. The concert comes to a climax with Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Symphony, one of his most powerful works, charting a journey that begins with intense struggle against the caprices of fate but ends with an electrifying finale in which the battle seems to have been won.

recently been appointed Professor of Violin at the Royal Academy of Music.

Conductor Enrique Batiz will be wielding the baton for this

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Sun 16th Sep We are ficTiOn + ViOleT + yOu cried WOlf - Vault, rugby Tue 18th Sep JameS HOllinGSWOrTH - merchants inn, rugby fri 21st Sep GunS 2 rOSeS - O2 academy leicester. abbamania - THe Official WeST end SHOW royal & derngate northampton Sat 22nd Sep - eQ feSTiVal mulTimOrPH & THe fiSH, rOGer PuGH and GueSTS The musician, leicester THe Jam drc - lodge Park Sports centre corby mOdern faceS - O2 academy leicester. aiden GrimSHaWnew roadmender, northampton mon 24th Sep THe fraTelliS - O2 academy leicester. carlTOn cOle & neil brammell - The criterion, leicester fri 28th Sep lOuiSe JOrdan - The castle Wellingborough Sat 29th Sep ellie WilliamS kettering arts centre, St andrews church, kettering

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SatUrday 06 Oct Leicestershire based covers band, The Signals, regularly play to capacity audiences in Market Harborough and are set to do it again this month when they play at The Nags Head.

Having received rave reviews at every gig, this promises to be a real WOW night out!

Performing covers from the 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and 80â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s indie, punk and

new wave scene with an injection of current anthems, The Signals are sure to fill the floor. If you love live music with an Indie slant, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss The Signals. tHe SiGNaLS play at The Nags Head, Saturday 6th October.

Admission Free.

24 Church Street,Market Harborough, LE16 7AA Tel: 01858 466612

'PSNFS GSPOU NBO PG 5IF 5FNQUBUJPOT MJWF JO DPODFSU Friday 14 September One of the most successful bands in music history with album sales reaching tens of millions, Richard Street fronted The Temptations between 1971 and 1993, performing lead vocals for many classic hits including Papa Was A Rollinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Stone, Hey Girl and Superstar.

Featuring a fantastic live band, the concert sees the original five-man group format reborn as Richard Street, Lawrence Jones, Eddie

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SatUrday 29 Sept Its fun all the way as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Purveyors of Coolâ&#x20AC;? swing into The Castle Theatre, Wellingborough on Saturday 29th September with a sensational show featuring the greatest music of the 20th century.

Wonderful memories of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin & Sammy Davis Junior in a fabulous production that continues to be successful all over the world. Great news is - itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all totally live and every song is an absolute classic - Come Fly With Me, Under My Skin, Mr Bojangles, Lady Is A Tramp, Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Amore, Mack The Knife plus

Watkins, Larry Johnson and Bob Henley guide audiences on lively musical journey through the history of The Temptations, performing all the best-loved favourites including My Girl, Just My Imagination, Ball Of Confusion, Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re My Everything and many more.

many more of your favourites.

With an abundance of class & style they take you on a trip back in time to vintage hip and cool 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Las Vegas. Their timeless soiree still remains the coolest with the hottest party around !

The BBC summed up this show in just one word â&#x20AC;&#x201C; MAGNIFICENT!

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be late - the fun starts at 7.30pm! To see, hear and get more Rat Pack, visit their website at www.ratpack.biz call 01933 270 007 or Book Online at www.thecastle.org.uk

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The Magic of Motown 5IJT GBOUBTUJD TIPX XJMM IBWF ZPV EBODJOH JO UIF BJTMFT GET READY - for the Smash Hit concert show direct from the States featuring a superblychoreographed cast, dozens of dazzling costume changes and most importantly that authentic Detroit sound.

HERE IT COMES - The UK’s Biggest Motown production which celebrates 50 years of number one hits and continues to perform at more theatres, arenas and festivals than any other show of its kind.

IT’S ON ITS WAY – fresh from sell-out shows in London’s O2, experience The Magic of Motown as this all-star cast authentically recreates the harmonies, slick moves, stylish looks and legendary musicianship that were the

making of this golden era.

Without doubt you will be singing and dancing to 36 classic tracks – charting Motown’s rise from its first 1960 million-selling hit, to being heralded as the world’s greatest record label.

This lavish production revives all-time-favourites such as: Stop in the Name of Love, Signed Sealed Delivered I’m Yours, My Guy, What Becomes of the Broken Hearted, I Heard it Through the Grapevine, Endless Love, All Night Long, Heatwave, I’m Coming Out, Why Do Fools Fall in Love, Get Ready, Ain’t Too Proud to Beg, My Girl, I Want You Back, I’ll Be There, Blame it on the Boogie and Dancing in the Street.

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Sat, 08 Sept, Alexandra Theatre Birmingham. 0844 871 3011 Thu, 04 Oct, Belgrade Theatre Coventry. 0247 655 3055 Fri, 19 Oct, Assembly Rooms Derby. 0133 225 5800 Fri, 26 Oct, De Montfort Hall Leicester. 0116 233 3111

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F70C{B >= If you only go to 20 comedy gigs this month… with DJ Fontana Sun 2 Sept FUNHOUSE COMEDY CLUB: Should i stay or should i go.

SPIKY MIKE Kayal Restaurant Leicester JASON ROUSE The Cannon Newport Pagnell Tue 4th Sep Stand-up The Picturedrome Northampton Fri 7th Sep SCREAMINg BLUE MURDER Royal & Derngate Northampton SPECIAL DELIvERY TOUR: KOJO, KEvIN J Just The Tonic Leicester ECLAIRIOUS: JENNY ECLAIR The Stables Milton Keynes Sat 8th Sep BOTTLE ROCKET COMEDY CLUB The Y Theatre Leicester JUST THE TONIC SATURDAY NIgHT COMEDY Just The Tonic Leicester Wed 12th Sep FUNHOUSE COMEDY CLUB North Street Bar, Peterborough Thu 13th Sep THE BEST OF THE CHORTLE AWARDS: The Core at Corby Cube MARCUS BRIgSTOCKE Kettering Arts Centre, Kettering IT’S COMEDY! Xscape Milton Keynes

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My valentine 4BOEJ 5PLTWJH -JWF Sandi Toksvig - comedian, novelist, actor, broadcaster, showoff and international treasure - is embarking on her first major UK solo tour in years. It premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe from 17th 23rd August 2012 and now visits 28 UK cities.

A long-standing host of Radio Four’s News Quiz and Excess Baggage and regular QI panellist, Sandi will be touring a brand new, uniquely witty evening of standup, stories and fascinating facts.

This show marks the publication of Sandi’s new novel, Valentine Grey (Virago Pub. Sept 7th) a rip-roaring story of gender, liberty, empire and injustice, set against the vibrant backdrop of Victorian London and the Boer War.

SANDI TOKSVIG LIVE! SUN 2, MILTON KEYNES, Milton Keynes Theatre, 0844 871 7652, www.atgtickets.com/ miltonkeynes FRI 14, LEICESTER, De Montfort Hall, 0116 233 3111, www.demontforthall.co.uk SAT 29, NOTTINGHAM, Playhouse, 0115 941 9419, www.nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk TUES 2 OCT, BIRMINGHAM, Town Hall, 0121 345 0603, www.thsh.co.uk

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mark Watson 5IF *OGPSNBUJPO 5PVS Mark Watson was a victim of identity theft. It made him think about the power of the Internet, the nature of identity, the way to stop crime forever and live in a better world, and some other smaller matters. He has now finished thinking about these things and is ready to present his findings, laced with a barrage of new jokes, stories, observations and anecdotes, in his new show. May contain optional audience interaction, games, improvisation and unaggressive banter.

If you’re coming, please email markwatsonspreview2012@ gmail.com for pre-show briefing. May contain strong language or adult material.

Suitable for age 16+.

maRk WatSOn Sat 22 September The Stables, Milton Keynes Tickets: 01908 280800Thursday 27 Sept Y Theatre, Leicester Tickets: 0116 255 7066 Sunday 30 Sept Warwick Arts Centre, Coventry Tickets: 024 7652 4524 Wednesday 3 Oct, Town Hall, Birmingham Tickets: 0121 345 0600

BOttle ROcket cOmedy clUB key theatre, Peterborough JUSt the tOnic SatURday night cOmedy Just the tonic leicester Wed 19th Sep mORe taPe: the BOy With taPe On hiS Face Uppingham theatre, Uppingham Wed 19th Sep ViRginia iROnSide Stamford arts centre, Stamford thu 20th Sep an eVening With: Jack dee de montfort hall, leicester Fri 21st Sep ScReaming BlUe mURdeR cOmedy clUB Royal & derngate, northampton

Jason Byrne thURSday 13 SePtemBeR After the phenomenal success of his “Cirque Du Byrne” Tour, Jason Byrne is bringing a brand new show back to the cities of Britain. “People’s Puppeteer”, will have new stories, new props, and of course, will feature the star of every show that Jason performs, “The audience”.

The biggest selling comedian at the Edinburgh Comedy Festival, Jason Byrne’s inspired, original brand of high-energy intelligent lunacy ensures that there is no other comedian like him and his sell out shows have attracted accolades including Chortle Award for Best Headliner 2007, Perrier Newcomer Award Nomination 1998 and Perrier Award Nomination 2001.

Fri 14th Sep Wittank Uppingham theatre, Uppingham

Sat 22nd Sep BOttle ROcket cOmedy clUB the y theatre, leicester JUSt the tOnic SatURday night cOmedy Just the tonic leicester Wed 26th Sep - Fri 28th Sep BaRnStORmeRS late night cOmedy Belgrade theatre, coventry

JaSOn ByRne: PeOPle’S PUPPeteeR is at Demontfort Hall Thursday 13th September, 8pm (£17.50) de mOntFORt hall, Granville Rd, Leicester LE1 7RU. Box Office: 0116 233 3111 www.demontforthall.co.uk

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Jubilee events 'BSNJOH DIBSJUZ UP CFOFäU GSPN BVDUJPO QSFWJFX FWFOJOH MOnday 1St OctOber Gildings auctioneers of Market Harborough will be hosting an auction preview evening at Kelmarsh Hall to raise money for the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution.

The event, sponsored by NFU Mutual, East Haddon Hill and King West, will take the form of an antiques roadshow evening where guests can bring items

from home to be valued by the Gildings team. There will also be future sale items on display and the team at Gildings will be giving some background on some of the special lots.

The evening hopes to raise several thousands of pounds for farming charity the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution through the sale of tickets, a charity auction and raffle. Milly

This spectacular example of maritime cartography and some exquisite pieces of furniture (below left) are among items that can be viewed at the event.

Wastie the East Midlands regional manager for the charity is delighted to be working with local businesses to the Market Harborough area ‘I am completely overwhelmed with the support R.A.B.I. has received so far and I hope the evening proves to be a success’. ‘Farmers in the area are currently busying away getting in the harvest and not

often do people take the time to appreciate what troubles they might face if they fall ill, have an accident or fall foul to animal disease or crop failure’. ‘R.A.B.I. provides practical and financial support to farmers, farm workers and their families during such times and helps to keep people in farming or help them to retire with dignity’.

A wide range of items are available for auction at Gildings Auctioneers. Call 01858 410 414 for details.

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Langton Breweries and Duncan Murray Wines will also be in attendance to serve refreshments and allow guests to place orders of wine and beer from their gift lists. The event doors will open at 7pm by ticket only so please book at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.

Tickets are available at ÂŁ10 per person which includes light refreshments and can be purchased by calling Milly Wastie on 07525 323450 or emailing milly.wastie@rabi.org.uk Please make cheques payable to R.A.B.I.

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The Highcross Discount Night supporting both the Blue Ribbon Foundation and the Pink Ribbon Foundation, which raises awareness of male and female health issues, including cancer - will take place between 6pm and 8pm and offer shoppers the chance to get their hands on exclusive discounts, freebies and makeovers.

The evening will feature a variety of offers from retailers across the centre including Debenhams (up to 25 per cent off across the store), Paperchase (15 per cent off) handmade burger co. (30 per cent off) and â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;2 for 1â&#x20AC;&#x2122; cocktails at Showcase Cinema de Luxâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Studio One restaurant. Several of Highcrossâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; retailers will be offering free drinks, nibbles and gifts in-store.

In addition, the Highcross Beauty Bus will be in St Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Square offering visitors free skin consultations, mini-makeovers and massages from Rituals, Clarins Spa and The Body Shop, amongst others.

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This season sees a strong retail presence from John Lewis, debenhams, moss Bros, Topman and house of Fraser, as well as leading independent

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bridal boutiques and wedding suppliers The national wedding Show is the only destination worth visiting for any bride or groom to be.

The new look designer and Boutique areas boast the UK’s largest collection of wedding dresses from designer and made to measure to mainstream brands. catering for every shape and budget, from hollywood glamour to unique vintage pieces; there is a style to suit every bride. The glamorous catwalk show staged five times a day offers a range of designer inspiration in

front of your very eyes. immerse yourself in the sumptuous fragrances of the designer Flower Zone and then relax over a light bite and a glass of fizz in the glamorous champagne Bar. new for 2012 The Vintage area will celebrate the everevolving trend for vintage-style weddings. here you will find stunning stationery, beautiful décor ideas, vintage inspired bridal-wear and venue styling ideas.

The national wedding Show offers a schedule of inspiration sessions at the wedding Theatre from a host of experts including: Bridal coach michele Paradise and florist mathew dickinson, the show is packed full of advice and tips to plan your perfect day. The team behind cult bridal blog rock my wedding will be presenting live seminars including ‘Luxe for Less’ and ‘Style the aisle’ throughout the weekend on perfecting your wedding décor and getting the most out of your big day!

The national wedding Show is the perfect backdrop for brides-to-be and

their close family and friends to get together, discuss plans, and enjoy an amazing day out, offering everything from designer dresses, to honeymoons and hen-do’s and packed with fun, inspirational things to do – there’s a full day of shopping and socialising guaranteed. where only the best will do, celebrate the ViP package with family and friends and enjoy a reserved catwalk seat, fast track entry to the show and a complimentary glass of fizz whilst taking a break from browsing the hundreds of designer name dresses and accessories. ViP visitors will also enjoy a complimentary glossy Box packed full of luxe products!

Please call the ticket hotline on 0844 581 1404 or For more information visit the national wedding Show website www.nationalweddingshow.co.uk

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Time 10am - 4pm Lamport Wedding Outlet The Barn, Lamport Manor Northamptonshire, NN6 9HF Tel: 07718 153 404 Email:lamportwedding@yahoo. co.uk Sunday 23rd September 5)& ,&-."34) )"-- 8&%%*/( &91&3*&/$& experience what a country house wedding feels like and meet hand-picked local suppliers. Includes bridal shows, live music and canapĂŠs from our recommended caterers.

Time 11am - 4pm Kelmarsh Hall, Kelmarsh, Northampton, NN6 9LY 01604 686543 email weddings@kelmarsh.com www.kelmarsh.com

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Time 11am - 3pm The Bridge Hotel, Thrapston, Northamptonshire, NN14 4JP 0845 427 9432 Edward Lewis Weddings Tel: 0845 4279432 elweddings@fsmail.net www.edwardlewisweddings. com Sunday 14th OCtOber 4$"-'03% )"-- 8&%%*/( 4)08 If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re engaged and planning a wedding anywhere within the midlands then you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t afford to miss the Scalford hall wedding fayre. Over 20 exhibitors will be showcasing everything you could possibly imagine for your wedding.

Time 11am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3pm Scalford Hall Melton Rd, Scalford, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE14 4UB Tel: 01664 444 654 Edward Lewis Weddings Tel: 0845 4279432 www. edwardlewisweddings.com

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Time 12 - 4pm Stapleford Park, Stapleford, Nr. Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE14 2EF. To register for free entry to the Stapleford Park Wedding Fair please call 01572 787017, email weddings@stapleford.co.uk, or visit www.staplefordpark. com/weddings Sunday 4th nOVember 5)& #3*%"- 4)08 ! -&*$&45&3 $*5: '005#"-- $-6# 90+ stands to make â&#x20AC;&#x153; your special day... perfectâ&#x20AC;?.

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Time 11am - 6pm Leicester City Football Club, King Power Stadium Leicester LE2 7FL Tel: 0116 260 2187 Email: info@thebridalshow. co.uk www.thebridalshow.co.uk

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Time 11am - 6pm Edgbaston Cricket Club, Birmingham B5 7QU Tel: 0116 260 2187 Email: info@thebridalshow.co.uk www.thebridalshow.co.uk

To advertise your wedding venue or event in the East Midlandsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; fastest-growing guide to whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going on and where to be seen, email wowmag@live.co.uk or call 01858 439 999

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There are various accounts of these trials, but they differ on how many witches there were, who they were and what they were supposed to have done. The Northamptonshire witch trials are of particular

significance as they are among the earliest documented cases in which the water ordeal method was used to test witches. This exhibition examines the trials and their wider context.

‘1612: Northampton witch trials’ is showing at Northampton Museum and Art Gallery until 23 September. Opening times are Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 5pm and Sunday 2pm to 5pm. Admission is free.

Northampton Museum and Art Gallery, Guildhall Rd, Northampton, NN1 1DP

Cover of the 1612 pamphlet “The Witches of Northamptonshire” showing three witches riding on a sow, published after the Northamptonshire witch trials.

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Carlsberg UK Northamptonshire Food & Drink Awards 2012/13 'JOBMJTUT OBNFE GPS UIF DPVOUZoT IJHIFTU DVMJOBSZ IPOPVST These Awards are aimed at celebrating all that is great about local produce and drink, recognising excellence within the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dining venues and giving a public pat on the back to all those who work so hard within the culinary sector.

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o u r s e l fg r ow. c o m/fo o d a n d drinkawards and go to the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Vote Nowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; section.

The winners will be announced at the Awards Dinner at The Wing, Silverstone on 14th November 2012.

Tickets priced at ÂŁ80.00 + VAT can be purchased by calling 01933 664437.

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Spinney Hill, Northampton; 01604 642814 The Lamplighter, Northampton; 01604 631125 The Swan and Helmet, Northampton; 01604 629372 The Wig and Pen, Northampton; 01604 622178

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Royal Oak, Blisworth; 01604 858723 The George, Tiffield; 01327 350587 The George and Dragon, Chacombe; 01295 711500 The Stagâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Head, Gt. Doddington; 01933 222316

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Brothers Paul and James Hanna bought the pub in 2009 and have transformed in into a vibrant, welcoming place to be. Since winning the Community Pub Award in 2010/11, The Lamplighter has continued to grow and has recently had an extensive refurbishment whilst retaining traditional pub features - and now also has a cosy â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Snugâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; area. Regularly hosts real ale festivals and also recently won Northants

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CAMRA Pub of the Season - an accolade in recognition of its work in promoting real ale. A gem of a pub - hidden off the beaten track - well worth a look in.

Now they are back to regain their title as best Community Pub! This is where you come in. Firstly, get down to the Lamplighter and sample their hospitality for yourself.

Then log on to www.letyo ur s e l fg r ow. c o m/fo o d a n d drinkawards and place your vote. the lAmPlighter 66 Overstone Road Northampton NN1 3JS 01604 631125

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Belgrave Hall good Food Fair %JTDPWFS GBOUBTUJD MPDBMMZ HSPXO QSPEVDF BOE PSHBOJD GPPET SAt 15tH & Sun 16tH SEPt Over this late summer weekend the normally tranquil museum gardens will be transformed into a bustling market place, showcasing the best of local growers and food producers. the ever-popular Belgrave Hall Good Food Fair heralds the start of the Leicester and Leicestershire Food Fortnight with the food fair now in its seventh year and attracting over 2,500 visitors. the food fair includes a fantastic array of stallholders including award winning Brockleby’s pies, Farmer Fear Cider, Picks Organic Farm, homemade chilli sauces from Charnwood Chilli, luxury handmade choco-

lates from Helsham Chocolates, Middle Eastern and world foods from Al-Mishkat and pure Indian vegetarian snacks, sweets and meals from Bobby’s Indian vegetarian.

Belgrave Hall MuSeuM & gardenS, Church Road, Leicester LE4 5PE 0116 266 6590 www.leicester.gov.uk/foodfair Adults £1.00 / Children Free Free parking is available at Jelsons, Loughborough Road (opposite Lidl) a two minute walk from the museum.

Disabled parking is available outside Belgrave Hall.

The Fox Inn Wilbarston • Quintessential English village pub • Top quality food fresh every day • Try our Summer menu • Light bites menu available all day • Great views over the Welland Valley • Beer Garden • Tuesday is Curry Club • Wednesday is Games Night • Thursday is Steak Night • Live music every month • WOW’s Pub of the Month - Summer 2011 • Booking highly recommended

The Fox Inn. 2 Church Street, Wilbarston, Leics. LE16 8QG www.thefoxinnwilbarston.com Tel: 01536 771270

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-VTDJPVT QFSJPE ESBNB PG UIF 5PMTUPZ DMBTTJD BU UIF 'PSVN $JOFNB Fri 21 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; THU 27 SEPT Award-winning director Joe Wright (Pride & Prejudice, Atonement) teams up with Keira Knightley in this lavish 19th century period drama that is set to ignite box offices across the globe and feature among the nominations in next yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Oscar ceremony. Knightley plays the titular heroine, stuck in a loveless marriage with Alexei (Law) an aristocrat 20 years her senior. However, after sparks fly between Anna and a younger, dashing bachelor named Count Vronsky (Johnson), Anna is forced to decide between staying with Alexei and accept convention or leave her husband for a life of passion, only to be shunned by society. .

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2^]cPRcb BuSinESS Link A free business advice and support service, available online and through local advisers.

Helpline: 0845 600 9 006 www.businesslink.gov.uk THE FEdErATiOn OF SmALL BuSinESSES With more than 210,000 members, the FSB is the largest organisation representing small and medium sized businesses in the uk.

Tel: 0116 259 7707 Fax: 0116 259 7707 email: maxine.aldred@fsb.org.uk CHAmBErS OF COmmErCE nOrTHAmpTOnSHirE CHAmBEr OF COmmErCE Tel: 01604 490 490 Fax: 01604 670 365 Website: www.northantschamber.co.uk

LEiCESTErSHirE CHAmBEr OF COmmErCE & induSTry Tel: 0116 247 1800 Fax: 0116 247 0430 Website: www.chamberofcommerce. co.uk Bni Business network international plc, Bni House, Church Street, rickmansworth Wd3 1BS, www.bni.eu

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LBE - a new way to network 5IF MBOETDBQF IBT CFFO SFESBXO TP BT B TNBMM CVTJOFTT ZPV OFFE UP CF B QBSU PG JU Leicester Business Event (LBE12) is the area’s largest B2B Trade show - with business advice, seminars, Speed Networking and workshops – and, for the sixth consecutive year, the event is again being sponsored by the Leicester Chamber of Commerce and the Federation of Small Businesses. This free to attend event is not to be missed and will be held on the 11th October at the King Power Stadium home to Leicester City Football Club.

New for the 2012 LBE is Business Connections – a new kind of networking. Long before twitter and Facebook became the norm, networking existed as an unfeigned socioeconomic activity, whereby businesspeople would exchange ideas, create contacts and act upon business opportunities - all with no help from a computer. Networking used to mean lunch with prospective clients.

Now, the introduction of online networking sites means you needn’t leave the office.

Online social networking has changed the way we do business. Everyone has a platform, a voice - a way to communicate with other like-minded businesspeople. Be it Linked In, Facebook or Twitter, social networking sites provide invaluable exposure to contacts, potential clients and investors.

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The landscape has been redrawn, so as a small business, you need to be a part of it.

With this in mind, nowadays, all too often your business cards will end up tucked away within the dark recesses of a wallet or back pocket, never to see the light of day again, not doing much for your business!

So, as a solution to this age-old business problem, the Leicester Business Event has built a networking wall and it works like this: 1.

Jot down what your business is looking for (a web designer, a sales team, an office space etc) 2.

Pin it to the Business Connections wall, along with your business card.

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Come back at the end of the day to collect all the other cards pinned to yours.

That’s it. Now you have contacts of the people and companies who can help provide whatever it is your business is looking for.

Of course, the system works both ways, so if you see a business that may like your help, pin your card to theirs and pick up some extra clients! So there you are a chance to finally put that shiny new business card to work.

The LBE is a great place to do business and you can exhibit at the event and promote your business or organisation from just £300. Sponsorship packages start from £1000.

For more information call Elaine on 0116 240 2330 or visit the web site leicesterbusinessevents.co.uk

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For older children and teenagers, the National Ice Centre also run foam parties and themed club nights on the ice, an ideal

The Royal & Derngate in Northampton have teamed up with WOW to offer 2 pairs of tickets for the first night, Tuesday 18 September.

For your chance to win, simply apply to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Radio Times Competitionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and follow the instructions at the foot of the page.

way to enjoy a hot summer!

Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re giving you the chance to win a family skating pass (two adults and two children or one adult and three children) including skate hire, valid at any public skating session.

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