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March is a fantastic time to visit this vibrant and exciting city. The sun is rising earlier and burning brighter, lighting up York’s cobblestone streets and splashing fresh colour across every shop window. Whether you’re here for a short stay, or you’ve lived here your entire life, York’s charm never ceases to amaze and inspire.

Speaking of inspiration, this month sees the return of York Open Studios; a mesmerising five-day showcase to celebrate the best of York’s artistic community. This is a rare chance to visit the actual

workplaces where the city’s artists and makers create their spectacular work, providing you with plenty of opportunities to view their galleries and exhibitions.

Theatre is one of York’s cultural foundations, and March is a fantastic time to enjoy its presence within the city. Taking place at the York Theatre Royal, The Sound of Music (presented by York Light Opera) is set to be a spirited highlight, while the Grand Opera House will be boasting breathtaking productions of Stomp and Swan Lake. Dozens of other brilliant plays are also

scattered around the city, ensuring that all theatrical explorers are to be rewarded.

The city continues to overflow with workshops, classes, tours, concerts, comedy, museums and more; you’ll find all the details inside this packed copy of What’s On, helping you make the most of your time within this historic and dynamic city. We’re sure you’ll make some fantastic memories, this month – but whatever you plan to do while you’re in the city, enjoy it!

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EVENTS KEY: n WALKS & TOURS n LOCAL & COMMUNITY EVENTS

EVERY DAY n NEWGATE MARKET, 9am – 4pm (4.30pm Sat and Sun). York boasts the brightest and possibly best daily open market in the North.

Newgate market has 110 stalls offering something for everyone every day including a wide variety of goods, fruit and vegetables, as well as a good selection of fresh fish and meat.

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n DAYS OUT, EVENTS & ATTRACTIONS n CONCERTS & NIGHTS OUT n ANTIQUES FAIRS, MARKETS & AUCTIONS

n YORK DUNGEONS. 2000 years of York’s darkest and most gory history, 11 shows with 7 actor led shows makes the York Dungeon attraction an educationally day out. Call 01904 632 599.

EVERY NIGHT n GHOST TRAIL OF YORK, West Doors of York Minster. 7.30pm. Dare you cross the centuries and discover York’s spine-chilling history? Just turn up. Call 01904 633276.

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12noon. Opportunity to finish off that uncompleted project, share ideas, and have a good natter with old friends (or make new ones). Call 613242 or visit www.quiltmuseum.org.uk

2 MARCH n AN EVENING OF MEDIUMSHIP, New Earswick & District Indoor Bowls Club, Huntington Road, 7pm. Discover your future with an evening of psychic entertainment from Sue Warren. n YORK HORROR TOUR, outside the Golden Fleece, 6.45pm. Call 01904 622622.

11 FEB – 13 MAY n FEAR AND FASCINATION: Art from the dawn of railways, National Railway Museum.

Visit www.nrm.org.uk/artgallery

3-10 MARCH n INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S WEEK. Marking 15 years of York celebrating International Women’s Day (on 8th March), the week-long programme features over 70 events intended to celebrate and empower women throughout York and beyond. See some highlights of the week on page 103, or visit www.yorkwomen.org.uk for more information.

1 MARCH n CRAFT AND CHAT, Quilt Museum and Gallery, St Anthony’s Hall, Peasholme Green, 10am6

Call 01904 750230.

3, 10, 14, 17, 23, 30 & 31 MARCH n DML ANTIQUE FAIR, Helmsley Town Hall.

Browse a wide range of excellent quality antiques.

Call 01937 582803

3 MARCH - 31 OCTOBER n VISITING EXHIBITION, Beningbrough Hall, Beningbrough, 11am-3.30pm. Call 472027.

3-4 MARCH n BEADWORK FAIR, Pavilions of Harrogate, Great Yorkshire Show Grounds, North Yorkshire, 10am-4pm. The Beadwork Fair will display wares from a vast array of craft suppliers. 0173 7841080.

3-4 MARCH n ANNUAL ORCHID WEEKEND, Burton Agnes Hall, 11am-4pm. A beautiful collection of orchids and their vibrant colours. Call 01262 490324 or visit www.burtonagnes.com.

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n SIMON TURNER (CELLO) & RICHARD CASEY (PIANO), Unitarian Chapel, St Saviourgate, 7.30pm. Call 426372 or visit www.latemusic.org

n DISCOVER VINTAGE: YORK, York Barbican, 11am-4pm. Over 60 exhibitors of vintage items. Includes entertainment. Call 0113 3458699.

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n A TO Z OF TIBET, Unitarian Chapel, St. Saviourgate, 10am-4pm. Art & Photo Exhibition.

Photos show the many different aspects of Tibetan culture and give an insight into the lives of the Tibetan people. Call 0776 1762967.

n LATE MUSIC CONCERT SERIES, Unitarian Chapel, St Saviourgate, 7.30pm.

Showcasing versions of music written by living composers, including Philip Glass, David Lumsdaine and Anthony Gilbert. Visit www.latemusic.org

3 MARCH n TAKE THAT2, York Racecourse, Knavesmire Road. Girls’ night with entertainment from Take That2. Evening includes a three course meal, disco and late bar. Call 638971.

4 MARCH n THE VIRTUOSIC HARPIST, Helmsley Arts Centre, 3pm. Call 01429 771700 or visit www.helmsleyarts.co.uk

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6-10 MARCH n TILLING, Friends of Saint Nicholas Field, 7.30pm (with 2.30pm matinees on Wednesday and Saturday). As part of International Women’s Week, Six Lips Theatre presents their fifth show in their ‘six shows in six months’ programme. Following the journey of a mother, neighbour, babysitter, bank, damp shoulder and grieving widow, whose only true companions in her life are her plants. Tilling is a new play written by Roxanna Klimaszewska, directed by Hannah Wallace. All-female cast. Call 623568 or visit www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk

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9-11 MARCH n FAIR TRADE FAYRE. York’s Fair Trade Fayre returns with a fantastic selection of stalls celebrating the finest in fairly-traded food and products.

Featuring plenty of organic and eco-friendly gift ideas.

Call 551355.

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6 MARCH n INTERNATIONAL GUITAR NIGHT, National Centre for Early Music, St Margaret’s Church, Walmgate, 8pm. Call 658338 or visit www.ncem.co.uk

7 MARCH n University Choir and Northern Sinfonia, York Minster, 7.30pm. The University of York Choir continues its association with the Northern Sinfonia and welcomes the leader and principal viola of the orchestra as soloists.

Performance features Haydn’s ‘Te Deum’ and ‘Harmoniemesse’, along with Mozart’s ‘ Sinfonia Concertante in E flat K.364’. Call 322439 or visit www.york.ac.uk/concerts/

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n CHARITY FLUTE RECITAL, Bedern Hall, Bartle Garth, St. Andrewgate, 7.30-9.30pm.

Featuring original pieces performed by A Garland of Flutes. All proceeds donated to Jessie’s Fund.

Tickets available from www.garlandofflutes.info

10 MARCH n CRAFT AND GIFT FAIR, The Guildhall. A unique shopping experience showcasing many items not available on the high street. Free admission.

10 MARCH n THE THREE SCORE AND TEN BALL, The Parsonage Hotel & Spa, 7pm. The Parsonage’s ‘70th Day of Year Black Tie Dinner Dance’. Includes a five-course meal, entertainment from a live band and dancing past midnight. Call 728111.

10 MARCH n YORK DOES VINTAGE, Merchant Adventurers’ Hall, Fossgate, 10.30am-5pm. Features a huge selection of vintage clothing, along with a tearoom, live music and more. Call 0782 4559272 or email nowandthenevents@gmail.com

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The Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Road, York Sunday 18th March 2012, 7.30pm Tickets: ÂŁ7 (children: ÂŁ4) York Theatre Royal Box Office 01904 623568 or www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk www.jorvikgsc.org.uk

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A stunning exhibition, sales and advice on growing orchids

Orchid Festival

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10 MARCH n YORKWALK: LIVERPOOL

ANGLICAN CATHEDRAL AND MUSEUM, enquire for pick-up points, 8am. Visit the Anglican Cathedral for a guided tour and then have the opportunity to visit the new Visitor Centre, which tells the story of the Cathedral and has a changing series of exhibitions. After lunch visit the new Liverpool Museum. Call 656244 or visit www.yorkwalk.co.uk

11 MARCH n AMPLEFORTH COLLEGE BIG BAND. Helmsley Arts Centre, 3pm. Performance in aid of St Catherine’s Hospice. Call 01439 771700 or visit www.helmsleyarts.co.uk

11 MARCH n LAMBING DAY, Askham Bryan College, 10am-4pm. Meet the lambs with their mums and maybe even see a lamb being born. Take a look

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around the working farm and watch the cows being milked. Call 772277 or www.askham-bryan.ac.uk

12 MARCH n OPEN CABINETS, Treasurer’s House, Minster Yard, 11am-3pm. Ever wondered what lies behind the doors of some of the Treasurer’s House furniture? Here’s your chance to see.

Call 624247 or visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk

14–17 MARCH n DANCE EXPRESS, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Road, 7.15pm. Evelyn Witcombe School of Dance presents Dance Express, a spectacular display of dance genres. Call 623568.

15 MARCH n FASHION SHOW, York Guildhall, 7.30pm.

Presented by York Against Cancer. Featuring Jo Morelle ladieswear, Betty Barclay, Oui moments, Crea concept, Vera Mont and Save the queen.

All proceeds will be donated to the Lord Mayor’s Charities. Call 01904 551011

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17 MARCH n ‘BRUCH: VIOLIN CONCERTO NO.1’

AND ‘BRAHMS: A GERMAN REQUIEM’, York Minster, 7.30pm. Evening of music by the York Musical Society Chorus & Orchestra. Tickets: 0844 9390015 or www.boxoffice.yorkminster.org.

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16 MARCH n BRITISH MUSIC SOCIETY OF YORK, Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall at the University of York, 8pm. Pianist Andrew Zolinsky will offer a spot of culture, playing pieces by Barber, Schubert, Rachmaninoff and Ravel. Call 322439.

17-18 MARCH n Ripley Antique Fair, Ripley Village Hall, Harrogate, 9am-4pm. Quality fair; includes decorative antiques, pottery, porcelain, glass, paintings, prints, metalware, jewellery, treen, silver, books, tools and linen. Includes home made refreshments. Call 01423 889163.

17 MARCH n Yorkshire Craft Fairs, St Williams College. Large exhibition of craftwork with opportunities to buy. Call 01274 835588 or visit www.yorkshirefairs.co.uk.

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n RATPACK “SWING WITH THE STARS” DINNER, York Racecourse, 7-11.55pm. A three-course meal and a varied selection of live swing tribute bands. Call 638971.

18 MARCH n MOTHERS DAY LUNCH, Mercure York Fairfield Manor, 12.30-2pm. Two courses available within Fairfield Manor’s dining area. 0844 8159038.

18 MARCH n A MUDDY HISTORY OF BRITAIN, Helmsley Arts Centre, 3pm. An Afternoon with the Muddy Archaeologist Gillian Hovell. Explore Yorkshire’s history up to the 19th century and take the chance to handle historical items. Call 01439 771700 or visit www.helmsleyarts.co.uk

18 MARCH n MOTHERS DAY BREAKFAST CLUB, Treasurer’s House, Minster Yard, 11am. The perfect treat for mum - a four course breakfast with the Sunday papers in the historic surrounds of Treasurer’s House tearoom. Includes a glass of bucks fizz and a chocolate treat. Call 624247 or visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk

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18 MARCH n MOTHER’S DAY LUNCH, York Racecourse, 12noon-3.30pm. A threecourse carvery lunch. Includes entertainment for children. Call 638971 or email events@ yorkracecoursehospitality.co.uk

19 MARCH n BROTHER ANTHONY TOUR, Rievaulx Abbey, Rievaulx, Nr Helmsley, 11am-1pm and 2-4pm. Explore the history of one of Yorkshire’s finest Cistercian Abbeys. Uncover the secrets of monastic life with this witty and educational tour. Call 0870 3331183 or visit www.english-heritage.org.uk

20 MARCH n HELMSLEY ARCHAEOLOGY STORE TOUR, Helmsley Castle, Castlegate, 11am12.30pm and 2-3.30pm. Members only event. View the archaeology collection from English Heritage properties with expert conservators and curators.

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Call 624247 or visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk

21 MARCH n WALK FROM SHERIFF HUTTON TO FARLINGTON, starting at Blacksmith’s Arms car park in Farlington, 10am. Organised by the River Foss Society. Contact first to confirm. Call 764702.

23-25 & 31 MARCH – 1 APRIL n YORK OPEN STUDIOS, multiple locations, 6-9pm on Friday, 10am-6pm on Saturdays, and 11am-5pm on Sundays.

Representing some of the best artists and makers living or working within a ten-mile radius of the city, York Open Studios selects applicants to provide an opportunity for the public to visit artists’ studios and exhibitions. Call 704485 or visit www.yorkopenstudios.co.uk

23 MARCH n GET THE BLESSING, The National Centre for Early Music, 7.30pm. Winners of the BBC Jazz Award 2008 for their debut album ‘All Is Yes,’ the band features bassist Jim Barr and drummer Clive Deamer from trip-hop group Portishead among others. Call 658338 or visit www.ncem.co.uk

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n RICHMOND CASTLE TOUR, Riverside Road, Richmond, 11am-12.30pm and 2-3.30pm.

Members only event. Hear who lived at the Castle, and their stories, together with the history of its creation and use throughout the ages, from medieval stronghold to 20th Century prison. Call 01748 822493 or visit www.english-heritage.org.uk

23 MARCH n EDDY BRIMSON, York Racecourse, 7pm.

Comedy Night at York Racecourse. Call 638971 or visit www.yorkracecourse.co.uk

24-25 MARCH n LIGHTWATER VALLEY THEME PARK WEEKEND OPENING. Explore the swashbuckling world of new attraction Skeleton Cove, before venturing into the mysterious subterranean world of Raptor Attack’s abandoned mineshaft and shooting the raging water of the Wild River Rapids. There’s 40 rides and attractions to choose from, including The Ultimate, Europe’s largest roller coaster. Call 0871 7200011 or visit www.lightwatervalley.co.uk

24-25 MARCH n HELMSLEY JAZZ’N’SWING WEEKEND. Helmsley Arts Centre. Featuring some of the UK’s best jazz performers. Call 01439 771700 or visit www.helmsleyarts.co.uk

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24 MARCH n Toccata Ladies Choir, St Olave’s Church, Marygate. A programme featuring traditional folk songs and excerpts from West Side Story, along with other music from a wide range of genres. For information call Jean Hollins on 0150 6811398.

24-25 MARCH n HELMSLEY JAZZ ‘N’ SWING WEEKEND, Helmsley Arts Centre. A full two days of traditional jazz & swing presented by some of the top performers in the UK. Call 01439 771700.

24 MARCH n WELCOME CRAFTS SPRING FAIR, Golden Fleece Hotel, Market Place, Thirsk, 10am4pm. Choose from a wide range of handcrafted goods. Visit www.welcomecrafts.com

25 MARCH n SEWERBY HALL WEDDING FAYRE, Sewerby Hall, Bridlington, 11am-3pm. Featuring photographers, transport, bridal wear, groom’s outfits, entertainment and much more. Call 01262 670082 or visit www.sewerbyhallweddingfayre.co.uk

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n The comprehensive guide to what’s on in York 26 MARCH n ALY BAIN & PHIL CUNNINGHAM, The National Centre for Early Music, 7.30pm.

Scottish traditional musicians and winners of the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. 658338 or www.ncem.co.uk

27 MARCH n ORCHESTRA OF THE AGE OF ENLIGHTENMENT, The National Centre for Early Music, 6.30pm. The Orchestra and students from the University of York join forces for the celebratory final concert of the OAE’s flagship Anthem tour. Call 658338 or visit www.ncem.co.uk

28 MARCH n ANDY ABRAHAM, Grand Opera House, 7.30-9.45pm. A magical musical journey revisiting the new Looking Back at Hungate exhibition, and have a very best of the swing era. All the legendary music go at some traditional Victorian fairground games. from the world’s greatest big band leaders.

Call 615505 or visit www.digyork.com Visit www.historyofthebigbands.com

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n OPEN WEEKEND, Hornsea Leisure Park, Cliffe Road, Hornsea, HU18 1JY. Fantastic deals on holiday homes. Call John or Paul on 01964 535352 or visit www.hornsealeisurepark.co.uk

n EASTER CELEBRATIONS AND TRAIL, Beningbrough Hall, Beningbrough, 12noon-4pm. Challenging trails, games, face painting, eggy artrageous and egg and spoon racing in the annual Easter celebrations. Call 472027.

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n OPEN WEEKEND, Hornsea Leisure Park, Cliffe Road, Hornsea, HU18 1JY. Fantastic deals on holiday homes. Call John or Paul on 01964 535352 or visit www.hornsealeisurepark.co.uk

n EASTER EGG-STRAVAGANZA, Piglets Adventure Farm Park, The Farmer’s Cart, Towthorpe Moor Lane, 10am-5.30pm. Features The Great Easter Egg Hunt, a huge straw maze, the Chicken Run Giant Slide and an egg painting competition.

Call 499183 or visit www.thefarmerscart.co.uk

31 MARCH - 1 JANUARY 2013 n LOOKING BACK AT HUNGATE, JORVIK Viking Centre, Coppergate, 10am-5pm.

New exhibition. This innovative new exhibition uses artefacts to tell the story of a changing city landscape.

Call 543400 or visit www.jorvik-viking-centre.co.uk

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n LOVE AND MARRIAGE, Chapter House, York Minster, 8pm. A concert by The Micklegate Singers, celebrating love in all its variety. A programme of 20th and 21st century music including Paul Mealor’s anthem for the Royal Wedding. The 31 MARCH - 15 APRIL evening also features pieces by Swingle, Whitacre, n DIG: ALL THE FUN OF THE FAIR!, Grainger and Buchenberg, along with folk tunes and DIG, St Saviour’s Church, 10.30am-4pm. Enjoy the Gregorian chants. Call 0844 9390015.

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n MARCH 2012 THE MICKLEGATE SINGERS

“Love & Marriage” Saturday 31st March at 8pm

Chapter House of York Minster.

Tickets: £10 or £6 (con) on the door or in advance from Minster Box Office. email: boxoffice@yorkminster.org Tel: 0844 939 0015

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n YORK SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall, University of York, 8pm. Featuring Elgar’s concert overture (Froissart) and a prelude to the last scene of Diarmid, Hamish MacCunn’s grand opera. Also featuring Hindemith’s Symphonic Metamorphosis on Themes of Weber, and Glazunov’s Fifth symphony – sometimes known as ‘The Heroic’. Call 01904 627900 or visit www.yso.org.uk.

n YORK MODEL RAILWAY SHOW, York Racecourse, 10am. Over 100 stands including trade displays and specialist societies, as well as around 40 working layouts. The venue is fully accessible for less able visitors and there is also a catering service featuring hot and cold refreshments, and a fully licensed bar. Visit www.yorkshow.org.uk

31 MARCH n YORK SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, Sir Jack Lyons Concert Hall, University of York, 8pm. Featuring Elgar’s concert overture (Froissart) and a prelude to the last scene of Diarmid, Hamish MacCunn’s grand opera. Also featuring Hindemith’s Symphonic Metamorphosis on Themes of Weber, and Glazunov’s Fifth symphony – sometimes known as ‘The Heroic’. Call 627900 or www.yso.org.uk.

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29 APRIL n MIND/BODY & SPIRIT EXHIBITION FAIR, York Barbican Centre, 10am-4pm. A huge variety of alternative healing therapies, massage, art, beliefs trade stalls, tarot and more. Free entry. For details contact Abbey All Events on 07552 962407 or visit www.abbeyallevents.co.uk

29 APRIL n BEAUTY & WEDDING EXHIBITION, York Barbican Centre, 10am-4pm. A collection of the finest professional wedding and beauty services, promising to be a great day out. Free entry. For details contact Abbey All Events on 07552 962407 or visit www.abbeyallevents.co.uk

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Theatre York Theatre Royal The Diary of Anne Frank (17th February – 3rd March) Set 1942-1944, Anne Frank’s world-famous diary charts two years of her life whilst hidden from the German Nazis (with her Jewish family in a secret annex in Amsterdam). Within the book, Anne documented her hopes, experiences and frustrations as she remained in confinement. Anne’s wry observations of herself and her companions have been dramatised in this stunning play, evoking all the original sentiments of a young girl’s dramatic and heart-breaking diary. To book: 623568 THE SOUND OF MUSIC (6-17 MARCH) An enduring classic, this Rodgers & Hammerstein play is presented by York Light Opera. Widowed Captain Von Trapp employs a young nun Maria as a governess to his seven rowdy children, who have already seen off a host of other nannies. Through her love and the power of music she bonds with the children, while also falling in love with their father. To book: 623568 BED (22ND FEBRUARY – 3RD MARCH) An extraordinary play about sleep, insomnia and growing old by Jim Cartwright. Eight elderly characters relive their lives and evoke their dreams. Old Bomb, the theatre company behind recent productions of Pinteresque, Cigarettes and Chocolate and Waiting for Godot, brings you another intimate and atmospheric show, complete with an originally composed score and a very large bed. To book: 623568

JOSEPH ROWNTREE THEATRE LITTLE VOICE (7TH-10TH MARCH) This dynamic and engaging play tells the story of a 28

shy, reclusive girl and her larger than life out of control mother Mari. At night, when her father’s ghost visits, Little Voice sings the songs of the great divas such as Marilyn Monroe and Shirley Bassey. One evening she is overheard by one of her mother’s abhorrent boyfriends, the dead-end talent scout Ray Say, who recognizes her innate talent and realizes this is his last big chance for the glittering prizes. An evening full of laughs and tears, by Jim Cartwright. To book: 07927 026071 CAROUSEL (18-21ST APRIL) Joseph Rowntree Theatre, 7.30pm (with 2.30pm matinée on Saturday). Presented by the New Earswick Musical Society. This Rodgers & Hammerstein musical about a carnival barker who (against his will) falls in love with a factory girl is set to delight audiences both young and old. To book: 01904 623568 THE MIKADO (SINGALONG) (18th MARCH) Joseph Rowntree Theatre, 7.30pm. The classic comic opera, presented by the Jorvik Gilbert and Sullivan Company. Set in Japan, a wandering minstrel falls in love with a woman who is already engaged. To book: 01904 623568

GRAND OPERA HOUSE STOMP (19-24th MARCH) The British theatrical sensation celebrates 20 years of bringing foot stamping, finger drumming and adrenalin rushing joy to audiences across the globe. Chance to see why this breath-taking show continues to thrill audiences worldwide. With a universal language of rhythm, theatre, comedy and dance, eight performers use everything from Zippo lighters and plastic bags to bin lids and even the kitchen sink to hammer out an explosively feel-good rhythm. To book: 0844 8713024

n MARCH 2012 SWAN LAKE (30th MARCH) The acclaimed Vienna Festival Ballet Company presents one of the best known love stories: Swan Lake. With lavish costumes, stunning scenery, international stars, and Tchaikovsky’s glorious music, this is an evening not to be missed. Swan Lake captures, like no other, the full range of human emotions; from hope to despair, terror to tenderness, and melancholy to ecstasy.

To book: 0844 8713024 FIDDLER ON THE ROOF AUDITIONS (4TH MARCH) For ages 10-21. Interested in taking part in a musical during the summer holidays? The Grand Opera House is looking for singers, dancers and actors to take part in this exciting two week project, working with a professional director and choreographer. Stage Experience runs from Friday 20 July to Saturday 4 August, culminating in 4 public performances. Technical applicants (sound, lighting, etc) are sought. Call 678704 SLEEPING BEAUTY (14 DECEMBER 2012 – 6 JANUARY 2013) New Pantomime Productions return to the Grand Opera House York for the 14th year running this Christmas, with their family pantomime Sleeping Beauty. To book: 0844 871 3024 ALSO ON AT THE GRAND OPERA HOUSE LA BOHEME (1ST MARCH) COPPELIA AND RED HOT SHOES (2-3RD MARCH) PAM AYRES (7TH MARCH) SARAH MILLICAN (8TH MARCH) HORMONAL HOUSEWIVES (9TH MARCH) BALLETBOYZ (10TH MARCH) DOUG STANHOPE (11TH MARCH) LIVEWIRE AC/DC (31ST MARCH)

YORK BARBICAN THE WIZARD OF OZ (10-11TH APRIL) All-new professional Easter pantomime version of the classic story. Starring Dani Harmer (Tracy Beaker), Bobby Davro as Scarecrow, CBeebies’ Sarah-Jane Honeywell and EastEnders star Aaron Sidwell (Steven Beale), plus a full supporting cast. Follow Kansas farm girl Dorothy and her pet dog Toto on this magical

adventure suitable for all ages. Watch in amazement as they are picked up by a tornado and carried off to the magical Land of Oz. To book: 0844 854 2757

HELMSLEY ARTS CENTRE DEADLY DEEDS AND TERRIBLE TALES! (16-17TH MARCH) Are you brave enough to put yourself into the monkey’s paw? Edgar Allen-Poe’s classic ghost story The Tell-Tale Heart is the centre piece for this terrifying evening of ghost stories which will include a new version of the classic W W Jacobs short story The Monkey’s Paw as well as a new and original work written for the youth theatre by local acclaimed writer Kit Park. 01439 771700 or www.helmsleyarts.co.uk TABLE NO.9. (28-31st MARCH) Two friends meet up after losing touch for thirty years.

The audience meets them in full flow of their renewed friendship. They share a cafe with two young women, who pity them. The older ones envy the younger pair.

What they don’t realise is that actually they may be more similar than they first thought. The two friends also end up envying each other, proving that we never really know what goes on behind closed doors. Call 01439 771700 or visit www.helmsleyarts.co.uk ALSO ON AT THE HELMSLEY ARTS CENTRE MY FAVOURITE SUMMER (2ED MARCH) TRIAL BY JURY AND G&S SONGS FROM THE SHOWS (10TH MARCH)

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Barbican 1 Matt Cardle 2 Rebecca Ferguson 10 Very Best of the Black Dyke Band 16 Hats Off to Led Zeppelin 18 The Bootleg Beatles 23 Nanci Griffith 24 Noah and the Whale Pocklington Arts Centre 1 The Hampsters 2 Ellen & The Escapades 8 Lloyd Cole 18 Russel Kane 27 Rosanne Cash & John Leventhal 31 - Sean Taylor The Duchess 1 The Eden House 3 Puressence 4 The South 6 Portico Quartet 9 Novana (Nirvana tribute) 10 David McAlmont 12 Chimaira 13 Roddy Woomble & Pelico 14 The Magic Band 16 Shot Down Stay Down 17 Nazareth 18 Savage Messiah

19 Pop Will Eat Itself 21 The Popes 23 An Audience with Mr. Nice 24 The Hootchy Kootchy Roadshow 26 The Rifles 27 Liz Green 29 Bowling For Soup 30 Touchstone Fibbers 1 The Real People 2 Zico Chain 3 Girlschool 5 King Charles 6 The Apples 7 Graeme Clark

(Wet Wet Wet) 8 Gretchem Peters 9 Mad Dog McRea 10 Inme 13 Rise To Remain 14 Yashin 15 Limehouse Lizzy 16 Jake Morley 19 Ian Siegal Band 20 Matt Andersen 22 Bullets and Octane 24 Achtung Baby 27 Wet Nuns 29 Black Lit City

basement 3 Kal Lavelle, Ryan Keen

& Antonio Lulic 4 Tony Law 11 Steve Hughes 16 We Could Be Astronauts 18 Chris Ramsey 25 Andy Zaltzman 29 Ian McMillan and Andrew McMillan 30 Halloe Away Stereo 11 Veronica Falls 14 The Milk 15 Middleman 16 Road To Horizon 24 Anti-Nowhere League 27 Elvis Jackson The National Centre for Early Music NCEM will host a range of exciting events this month, including a collaboration between acclaimed songwriter Kris Drever and guitarist Eamonn Coyne, and lively Handel marches and fanfares from The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment.

Visit www.ncem.co.uk 7 Kris Drever

& Eamonn Coyne 23 Get The Blessing 26 Aly Bain & Phil Cunningham 27 Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment

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