Eastlife Spring 2020

Cambridgeshire
Cambs
WHAT’S ON
THEATRE, FILM AND SHOWS
2-3 Mar Jane Eyre
Captivating, brooding and intensely powerful, ‘Jane Eyre’ is a
moving and unforgettable portrayal of one woman’s quest for
equality and freedom, and lives as one of the great triumphs of
storytelling.
Key Theatre, Embankment Road, Peterborough PE1 1EF
01733 207239. www.vivacity-peterborough.com
4-7 Mar Room on the Broom
The witch and her cat are travelling on their broomstick when
they pick up some hitch-hikers – a friendly dog, a beautiful
green bird and a frantic frog. But this broomstick is not meant
for five and – CRACK – it snaps in two… just as the hungry
dragon appears!
Cambridge Arts Theatre, St Edward’s Passage CB2 3PJ
01223 503333. www.cambridgeartstheatre.com
07-Mar Ed Byrne
Join Ed as he takes a long hard look at himself and tries to
decide if he has ANY traits that are worth passing on to his
children.
Cambridge Corn Exchange, Wheeler Street CB2 3QE
01223 357 851. www.cambridgelivetrust.co.uk
08-Mar The Twisted Tale of Hansel and Gretel
Join Hansel and Gretel, a mockingbird, the wicked witch and
her really rather eccentric chefs, in this truly imaginative version
of Hansel and Gretel. Live music, hilarious performance and a
mesmerising design ensures that this play will entertain and
amuse the entire family.
The Junction, Clifton Way, Cambridge, CB1 7GX
01223 511511. www.junction.co.uk
8-15 Mar Cambridge Footlights
Cambridge Footlights are the world-famous comedy troupe
who first aired the talents of some of the foremost British
comedians and actors of this century. Founded in 1880, this
university drama society boasts an impressive alumni including
Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie, Trevor Nunn and Peter Shaffer.
Cambridge Arts Theatre, St Edward’s Passage CB2 3PJ
01223 503333. www.cambridgeartstheatre.com
10-14 Mar Animals Who Ate Their Humans
Ukraine 2019. Sasha and Misha, soldiers of the Ukrainian army,
are waiting for an air raid in a bombed pet shop on the Eastern
Front of the hybrid war with Russia. They fight boredom by
telling each other stories. Human perspective mixes with that
of animals. The well-known world, although under fire, slowly
disappears in the fumes of absurdity and the grotesque. Is the
anthropocentric perspective the legitimate one? Who has the
right to decide the fate of other living creatures? What is man
capable of and are there any borders? The main characters are
accompanied by a smart-ass radio, two dead dogs and one
dead boy.
Corpus Playroom, 10 St Edward’s Passage, CB2 3PJ
www.adctheatre.com
11-Mar Ben Fogle: Tales from the Wilderness
Join Ben in this uplifting and exciting show, when he’ll be
sharing his stories of the wilderness.
Cambridge Corn Exchange, Wheeler Street, CB2 3QE
01223 357 851. www.cambridgelivetrust.co.uk
12-Mar Rob Auton - The Time Show
‘The Time Show’ is the latest comedy, theatre and spoken word
show by writer and performer of some of what he writes Rob
Auton.
Key Theatre, Embankment Road, Peterborough PE1 1EF
01733 207239. www.vivacity-peterborough.com
15-Mar Ben Hart - Wonder
Expect Ben’s most mind-blowing and exciting magic in a show
that shines a light on magic, life, the universe and the darkest
corners of your imaginations.
Key Theatre, Embankment Road, Peterborough PE1 1EF
01733 207239. www.vivacity-peterborough.com
17-21 Mar An Inspector Calls
When Inspector Goole arrives unexpectedly at the prosperous
Birling family home, their peaceful dinner party is shattered by
his investigations into the death of a young woman. His startling
revelations shake the very foundations of their lives and
challenge us to all examine our consciences.
Cambridge Arts Theatre, St Edward’s Passage CB2 3PJ
01223 503333. www.cambridgeartstheatre.com
20-Mar Rhys James
‘Mock The Week’ regular and star of his own BBC Radio 4
series, Rhys James heads out on his first national tour.
The Junction, Clifton Way, Cambridge, CB1 7GX
01223 511511. www.junction.co.uk
22-Mar StrongWomen Science
‘StrongWomen Science’ is a circus science show starring two
women scientists turned circus performers. Ever wanted to
know how you balance a chair on your chin, if you can juggle
liquid, or how circus performers eat fire? StrongWomen Aoife
(an engineer) and Maria (an environmental scientist) reveal the
amazing science behind their astounding tricks.
The Junction, Clifton Way, Cambridge, CB1 7GX
01223 511511. www.junction.co.uk
24-28 Mar Made in Dagenham
Inspired by a true story and based on the hit movie, ‘Made
In Dagenham’ is the uplifting new musical comedy about
friendship, love and the importance of fighting for what is right.
Key Theatre, Embankment Road, Peterborough PE1 1EF
01733 207239. www.vivacity-peterborough.com
02-Apr Amy Bell: The Forecast
Blending dance, text and animation with a live digital
soundscape, prepare for a high chance of virtuosity,
introspection and humour.
The Junction, Clifton Way, Cambridge, CB1 7GX
01223 511511. www.junction.co.uk
6-7 Apr Horrible Histories: The Worst of Barmy Britain!
Get ready for your great escape from the First World War!
It’s history with the nasty bits left in!
Key Theatre, Embankment Road, Peterborough PE1 1EF
01733 207239. www.vivacity-peterborough.com
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