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What’s On
This February
If you’re looking for something fun to do during February then
look no further. Reflect have compiled a handy guide for what’s
happening nationally and in your area this month...
4th
Vaughan Williams A Sea Symphony - Music
For Everyone @ Albert Hall Nottingham
From the first moment, a dramatic brass fanfare and the massive
choral entry ’Behold the Sea!’, Vaughan Williams’ Symphony takes
you on a fantastic voyage of the imagination. Inspired by the poetry
of Walt Whitman, this vivid music carries you through winds
and waves braved by heroic sailors and ships, exhilarated by the
immensity and power of the ocean and by the mystery of life itself.
Tickets cost from £8 for adult and £4 for children - please call
0115 959 6484 or visit www.music-for-everyone.org/tickets
5th
Nottingham Heroes & Villains
Tour starting @ The Salutation
Inn, Maid Marian Way
Nottingham’s ‘most stylish’ heritage walking tour takes in key sites
of interest around the city whilst hearing fascinating and intriguing
tales of Nottingham’s past, focusing on the principal characters
of interest throughout time - Nottingham’s ‘Heroes and Villains’!
Tickets are available for £8 for adults and £5 for the under 12s –
booking is essential. To book, call 01623 721003 or
07850 145642.
8th
Unique Connections @
The Galleries of Justice Museum
Eternal Spirtis presents an evening of fashion, burlesque and bridal
inspiration – a unique opportunity to experience Nottingham’s top
independent designers and retailers under one roof with more than
15 stands selling unique Valentine gifts. All proceeds will go to the
charity Help a Nottinghamshire Child. To book, call 0115 9520555
9th
Lockdales Coins and Collectables Free Valuations
and Buying-In Event @ The Hallmark Hotel,
Derby
Bring along your coins and collectables for a free, no obligation
expert valuation. This event also gives you the opportunity to
consign your goods to the auction or to sell them direct for a cash
sum. Collectable items wanted include: coins, stamps, medals and
militaria, banknotes, postcards, cigarette cards, pre-1960s sports
programmes, clocks, watches, documents and manuscripts, silver
and antiquarian books (pre-1900). For more information, please call
01473 218588 or visit www.lockdales.com
10th
The Eva Cassidy Story:
Over The Rainbow @
Great Hall, Derby
A compelling, award-winning musical,
telling the story of this legendary artist,
following Eva’s life through dramatic
scenes and stunning live renditions of her
music. For more info or tickets, please
visit www.derbylive.co.uk
14th
St Valentine’s Day
Named after the Patron Saint of Love and celebrated by many
people throughout the world, St Valentine’s Day is the traditional
day for couples to express their love for each other by sending
cards, presents and flowers.
17th
The Arco Ensemble-Rush-Hour Concert
@ Lakeside Arts Centre, Nottingham
University of Nottingham alumnus Owen Cox joins students from
the Music Department for a one-hour evening rush-hour concert,
featuring Vivaldi, Concerto for two violins in A minor, Op.3 No.8
Bach, Concerto for violin in E, BWV1042 Bach, Brandenburg
Concerto No.3 in G, BWV1048 Tartini, Violin Concerto in A, D.96
(Adagio) from 5:30pm. For more information on this FREE event,
please call 0115 846 7777 or visit www.lakesidearts.org.uk
21st
Shrove Tuesday
Make sure you’ve got plenty of eggs, flour and milk, as well as your
favourite topping, for this fun day. Fondly known as Pancake Day,
Shrove Tuesday is celebrated in Australia, New Zealand and Canada,
as well as the UK and is traditionally associated with eating the rich
foods that are usually restricted during Lent.
22nd
Ash Wednesday
Occurring 40 days before Easter, Ash Wednesday marks the first
day of Lent. It’s name refers to the practice of placing ashes on the
forehead’s of the faithful during the day’s service of worship.
25th
Ghost Hunt @ Newstead Abbey,
Nottinghamshire
Uncover the paranormal secrets of Newstead Abbey during the
first ever public ghost hunt at Newstead Abbey, featuring medium
Michelle Hare and top paranormal investigator Lee Roberts. Starting
at 7pm, tickets cost £50 and can be bought by calling
01623 455900 or online from www.hauntedeventsuk.com
28th
The King & I @ Concert Theatre Square,
Nottingham
Running until March 3rd, this is the heart-warming story of the
British governess brought to the court of Siam to tutor the King’s
many children, told using one of the most beautiful scores ever
written with sweeping melodies, including The March of the Siamese
Children, Shall We Dance, I Whistle A Happy Tune, Hello Young
Lovers and the unforgettable Getting To Know You.
For more info, visit www.trch.co.uk