Editor's picks for the next 7 days NEWS
A weekly roundup of the best events taking place across the length and breadth of Britain.
London
Darker Materials | Today at The Soho Theatre, Soho - The Crick Crack Club presents DARKER MATERIALS Performance storytelling by Mikael Oberg Hunters lacking etiquette; lung-eating companions; insulted deities, & the man in the moon Somewhere in the dark northern forests of Scandinavia you pass from a world of midnight sun into a mythic tundra landscape forged from shards of eggshell. Cold, strange and comedic, this is a world laced with epic. Swedish performance storyteller Mikael Oberg embarks on wild and riotous adventures of over-enthusiastic heroes and malevolent spirits; tales of weird journeys to the moon and beyond, and ancient stories from the Finnish Kalevala and other dark materials, all re-imagined with wit, enchantment, humour and intensity. This is proper Scandi Noir with added gods, delivered with demonic charm! Light the blue touch paper and retreat to a safe distance
100% Design | 17 - 20 Sep 2014 at Earls Court, Earls Court - 100% Design is the commercial cornerstone event of the London Design Festival.The award-winning layout of the show is defined by four key industry sections; Interiors, Workplace, Kitchen & Bathrooms and Eco Design & Build. Uniquely, an entire section is dedicated to International Pavilions alongside a substantial platform for new designers within Emerging Brands.Alongside a 60m-tunnel entrance, central bar, specially designed restaurant and auditorium, the show also features specially commissioned editorial hubs within each section of the show
Cocktails In The City | 18 - 19 Sep 2014 at The Grand Hall, London - Cocktails In The City is a two-day cocktail extravaganza that gathers London's most exciting, exclusive and famous bars under one roof. Taking place on Thursday 18th and Friday 19th September in the beautiful Grand Hall near St Pancras, Cocktails In The City welcomes both cocktail aficionados and curious bar-gazers from all over the world to experience the most delicious drinks London has to offer without having to walk more than a few steps " no tubes, no taxis and no buses! Having launched last year to great success, seeing more than 850 visitors sample cocktails from over 20 bars, and having establishments like The Ritz, Harvey Nichols, Bourne & Hollingsworth and The Club at The Ivy all taking part, 2014's Cocktails In The City will be even bigger. Cocktails In The City will feature a huge variety of London's bars in pop up form: from Soho's quirky boutique basement bars and Dalston's dirty tequila joints to Mayfair's elegant 5* hotels and Shoreditch's award winning institutions. Cocktails In The City is truly the only place where all of London's drinking scenes can be found in one place, and at the one time
Germans in Britain | 18 Sep - 24 Oct 2014 at German Historical Institute London, London - Germans in Britain explores the rich and fascinating history of German migrants to Britain. Across the centuries, Germans in Britain have been loved or hated, admired or demonised, but their impact has been immense. The exhibition looks at the many ways in which British sport, science, banks, businesses, music, monarchs, art and design have all been shaped by their German connections, and asks the question: Are we sworn enemies or affectionate siblings? It is a fascinating story, peppered with both familiar and unfamiliar names. Many people know about Ludwig Guttmann, whose work at Stoke Mandeville hospital in effect founded the Paralympic movement; but what about the Nuremberg engineer who founded Triumph motorbikes in Coventry? Other famous British brands such as Dr
"Make It Musical" | 20 Sep 2014 at The Centre, New Eltham Methodist Church, London - NEOS Productions invite you to a delightful afternoon or evening celebrating songs and dances from many famous musicals, films and shows. Part concert, part variety show, part musical quiz, a musical party! There is truly something for everyone. Come and join us on Saturday 20 September at 3pm or 7.30pm, tickets are just £8 and include refreshments
South
Darker Materials | Today at The Soho Theatre, Soho - The Crick Crack Club presents DARKER MATERIALS Performance storytelling by Mikael Oberg Hunters lacking etiquette; lung-eating companions; insulted deities, & the man in the moon Somewhere in the dark northern forests of Scandinavia you pass from a world of midnight sun into a mythic tundra landscape forged from shards of eggshell. Cold, strange and comedic, this is a world laced with epic. Swedish performance storyteller Mikael Oberg embarks on wild and riotous adventures of over-enthusiastic heroes and malevolent spirits; tales of weird journeys to the moon and beyond, and ancient stories from the Finnish Kalevala and other dark materials, all re-imagined with wit, enchantment, humour and intensity. This is proper Scandi Noir with added gods, delivered with demonic charm! Light the blue touch paper and retreat to a safe distance
100% Design | 17 - 20 Sep 2014 at Earls Court, Earls Court - 100% Design is the commercial cornerstone event of the London Design Festival.The award-winning layout of the show is defined by four key industry sections; Interiors, Workplace, Kitchen & Bathrooms and Eco Design & Build. Uniquely, an entire section is dedicated to International Pavilions alongside a substantial platform for new designers within Emerging Brands.Alongside a 60m-tunnel entrance, central bar, specially designed restaurant and auditorium, the show also features specially commissioned editorial hubs within each section of the show
Blind Hamlet | 18 Sep 2014 at The North Wall Arts Centre, Oxford - Blind Hamlet transforms Shakespeare's tragedy into an interactive theatrical battle and reimagines the bloody struggle for Hamlet's Elsinore Volunteers take to the stage to outwit each other as a different power-struggle unfolds at each performance, with Hamlet turned on its head and every spectator now a Player. Written by Iran's leading playwright, Nassim Soleimanpour, Blind Hamlet reveals how nations and individuals trap each other, and themselves, in their frenzy to tell friend from foe.
Cocktails In The City | 18 - 19 Sep 2014 at The Grand Hall, London - Cocktails In The City is a two-day cocktail extravaganza that gathers London's most exciting, exclusive and famous bars under one roof. Taking place on Thursday 18th and Friday 19th September in the beautiful Grand Hall near St Pancras, Cocktails In The City welcomes both cocktail aficionados and curious bar-gazers from all over the world to experience the most delicious drinks London has to offer without having to walk more than a few steps " no tubes, no taxis and no buses! Having launched last year to great success, seeing more than 850 visitors sample cocktails from over 20 bars, and having establishments like The Ritz, Harvey Nichols, Bourne & Hollingsworth and The Club at The Ivy all taking part, 2014's Cocktails In The City will be even bigger. Cocktails In The City will feature a huge variety of London's bars in pop up form: from Soho's quirky boutique basement bars and Dalston's dirty tequila joints to Mayfair's elegant 5* hotels and Shoreditch's award winning institutions. Cocktails In The City is truly the only place where all of London's drinking scenes can be found in one place, and at the one time
Germans in Britain | 18 Sep - 24 Oct 2014 at German Historical Institute London, London - Germans in Britain explores the rich and fascinating history of German migrants to Britain. Across the centuries, Germans in Britain have been loved or hated, admired or demonised, but their impact has been immense. The exhibition looks at the many ways in which British sport, science, banks, businesses, music, monarchs, art and design have all been shaped by their German connections, and asks the question: Are we sworn enemies or affectionate siblings? It is a fascinating story, peppered with both familiar and unfamiliar names. Many people know about Ludwig Guttmann, whose work at Stoke Mandeville hospital in effect founded the Paralympic movement; but what about the Nuremberg engineer who founded Triumph motorbikes in Coventry? Other famous British brands such as Dr
Midlands
The Axis of Awesome | Tomorrow at Glee Club Birmingham, Birmingham - Internationally acclaimed comedy-band Axis of Awesome are heading back to the UK on tour. They'll be stopping off at Glee Club Birmingham on Tuesday 16th September and Glee Club Cardiff on Sunday 28th September. The Axis of Awesome are the Australian self-styled 'World's most awesomest comedy band'. Made up of trio Jordan Raskopoulos, Lee Naimo and Benny Davis
Blind Hamlet | 18 Sep 2014 at The North Wall Arts Centre, Oxford - Blind Hamlet transforms Shakespeare's tragedy into an interactive theatrical battle and reimagines the bloody struggle for Hamlet's Elsinore Volunteers take to the stage to outwit each other as a different power-struggle unfolds at each performance, with Hamlet turned on its head and every spectator now a Player. Written by Iran's leading playwright, Nassim Soleimanpour, Blind Hamlet reveals how nations and individuals trap each other, and themselves, in their frenzy to tell friend from foe.
Tea with Shakespeare | 19 Sep 2014 at Hathaway Tea Rooms, Stratford Upon Avon - What could be more delightful than to spend an afternoon in a quintessentially English tearoom, in beautiful Stratford upon Avon, enjoying the company of the Bard himself, whilst enjoying a delicious high tea! Every purchase will receive 10% discount at Hathaway Tearooms for the weekend and for every two places purchased, the recipient will receive a free ticket to Tudor World. TICKETS: £19.95 per person To include: A Traditional Afternoon Tea, with finger sandwiches, home baked scones and handcrafted cakes Entertainment by William Shakespeare Presented in a beautiful Jacobean setting 10% discount at Hathaway Tearooms for the weekend Free ticket to Tudor World for every two tickets purchased
Mickey Greaney | 21 Sep 2014 at Birmingham Glee Club, Birmingham - The original 90's Micky Greaney Band return on Sunday 21st September for a reunion show. The band, who played to packed houses in the late 90's (including Ronnie Scotts), reunite after nearly twenty years! It's sure to be an emotional evening. The set will include songs recorded at Abbey Road Studios in 95 with producer John Leckie (John Lennon, Pink Floyd, Radiohead, Spititualized, The Verve, The Stone Roses) and from Mickys debut album Little Symphonies for the Kids. Band Micky Greaney Vox, Acoustic Guitar Richard Waters Guitar, BV's Richard Harris - Drums Saul Hillier - Bass Martin Riley - Piano Caroline Bodimead - Violin No 1 Charley Beresford - Violin No 2 Ellen Brookes - Viola Liz Tollington - Cello Frank Stubbs - Trumpet Set List Take It Out Sweetheart Crazy Daizy Better Day What Matters Isn't Easy Hurry Home Sympathy and Lines Yesterday's Todays and Tomorrows I Want To No More Look At Me Now
Millets Farm Dog Show | 27 Sep 2014 at Millets Farm Centre, Oxford - With fun and competitive categories including the 'egg & spoon race', our 2nd Millets dog show is sure to be fun for all the family. There are numerous classes to enter with your family pooch, a small selection of stands to browse as well as all the other activities such as the Farm Shop and Garden Centre available at Millets. This is a charity event.
East
Coasts | 17 Sep 2014 at Waterfront, Norwich - Coasts at Waterfront in Norwich on Wednesday, 17 September 2014. You've all heard of horror stories of getting scammed by ticket touts, haven't you? Well, BritEvents have come up with the perfect solution - a ticket price comparison service. Just browse for the Coasts tickets you want to purchase, and see who's offering the best price. We compare Seatwave, Ticketmaster, Stubhub, Viagogo and GetMeIn - all very reputable ticket companies who offer top-class guarantees, and chill, knowing that you're covered
JOHNNY CASH REVISITED | 20 Sep 2014 at Haverhill Arts Centre, Haverhill - Johnny Cash Revisited is a semi-biographical show illustrating the transition of Johnny Cash from being a young gospel singer from Dyess Arkansas, into the legendary recording artist known as 'THE MAN IN BLACK'. Rick McKay and special guest Jodie McKay paying tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter with their band Starkville City to bring you a two hour uplifting show full of Country Music, Rock n' Roll and Rockabilly classics! The attention to detail is striking. I would recommend Johnny Cash Revisited to anyone from die hard old Johnny Cash fans, to newcomers who want to hear the real deal. Dave Roe: Bassist with Johnny Cash & The Tennessee Three " 1991-2003
Throwing Muses | 21 Sep 2014 at Waterfront, Norwich - Throwing Muses at Waterfront in Norwich on Sunday, 21 September 2014. Compare ticket prices from the UK's most respected and trusted ticket providers, including Viagogo, Seatwave, GetMeIn, Ticketmaster and Stubhub in order to get the best seats at the best prices, all covered by a ticket guarantee.
Dawn French | 22 Sep 2014 at Ipswich Regent Theatre, Ipswich - Let's face it, we don't really need to introduce Dawn French to you. If we do, then you don't own a TV, do you? Star of hit TV sitcom The Vicar of Dibley, one half of French and Saunders, and a star in so many theatre shows, the Great British Bafta-winning actress and comedian has announced her first ever solo comedy tour, based on her life and career in the comedy industry, called 30 Million Minutes. Dawn takes her audiences through the various lessons that life has taught her, this comedy legend has a sharp eye for comic detail and a wicked ear for the absurdities of life.
The Horrors | 22 Sep 2014 at Waterfront, Norwich - As English rock bands go the Horrors are a very special breed of animal, hailing from a time and place when music was more an art form than a way to 'hit it big.' They stay true to this mantra both in terms of their music and their stage performances which tend to be a bit avant garde. Debuting in 2005 with the record Origins the band drew a lot of their inspiration from earlier groups such as Bauhaus, and while they have their own sound the influence can certainly be heard. Taking the time to appreciate a band such as this is not difficult at all, and the rewards for the avid listener are numerous and unique
North West
World of Wine Course | 16 Sep - 4 Nov 2014 at Holiday Inn, Preston, Preston PR1 3AU - The 8-week World of Wine Course is a practical introduction to the world of wine, designed for people who enjoy wine and would like to learn more. No previous experience required and the emphasis is on learning by tasting different varieties of wine with friendly people. It is also a great way to meet new friends who share your enjoyment of wine. You will taste wines from most of the world's major wine regions and have more confidence to try new wine pairings with your favourite foods
Show us your tips | 17 - 20 Sep 2014 at St Helen's Theatre Royal, Merseyside - Welcome to the Scouse Alehouse think Cheers with more Beers! Award winning actress, writer, and St Helen's Theatre Royal regular Lynne Fitzgerald brings her brand new hilarious comedy Show us ye tips to St Helen's for five shows only. Henpecked Scotch soaked Landlord Frank (Liverpool's finest comedian Mickey Finn) and Rita henpecking jumped up Landlady (Clare Bowles) invite you to spend a night at their Scouse alehouse where anything goes meet the doziest barmaid's stunning sexy Jennifer the world's longest trainee glass collector (Charlie Griffiths) and font of all nonsense dumbass Ashleigh (Lynne Fitzgerald) throw in a fight or two a song or two and the odd ODD customers and your due for a night to remember or maybe you would rather forget!
Steve Howe | 20 Sep 2014 at The Capstone Theatre, Liverpool - Guitar legend performs a solo concert at Liverpool's Capstone Theatre As Steve Howe started playing the guitar over 50 years ago in the 1960's "guitar boom", he was given some encouragement by his siblings to listen to other styles of guitar playing which led him to see the broader and more credible approaches that then diversified his own style, quite considerably. Jazz, classical, folk & country were then added to his interest in rock, pop & blues. He listened & watched as Segovia and Julian Bream, Wes Montgomery and Kenny Burrell, Big Bill Broonzy and Albert Lee took the guitar further than what was riding high in the pop charts. On hearing Chet Atkins' album Teensville, he noticed the compelling mix of techniques & approaches that made categorising Chet almost impossible, yet defined the versatility that was brought together in one player
Superhero Weekend | 20 - 21 Sep 2014 at Eureka! The National Children's Museum, Halifax - Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Or is it just you being your favourite superhero? Come and show us your might super powers as we pitch the goodies against the baddies in one incredible superhero weekend. Dress to impress because saving the planet is suddenly all down to you. No pressure there then! Come and show us how incredible you are.
Workout In | 20 Sep 2014 at intu Trafford Centre, Manchester - Hey Ladies, I am going to the Trafford Centre to join a large-scale FREE workout session, come on down and help create one of the biggest workout session the region has ever seen! This oneoff event is to mark the launch of a new interactive fitness programme Workout In. This new programme is amazing and is aimed at all us busy working women who dont have time to go and work out in the Gym. NOW we can work out at home with a personal trainer via webcam anytime and anywhere, thanks to Workout In, for more information visit their website at www.workoutin
North East
Jesus Jones | Today at O2 Academy Newcastle, Newcastle Upon Tyne - Alternative dance band Jesus Jones reached the height of their fame in the late 80's and early 90's, especially after the release of their single "Right Here, Right Now", which is still extensively used by TV advertising campaigns to this day. as one of the leading lights of the indie dance scene in the early 90's their music style encompasses house, techno and electronic music. Critical acclaim was acheived with their 1989 album Liquidizer. They make a very welcome return to stage at venues in the UK
Pete Molinari | 17 Sep 2014 at The Cluny, Newcastle Upon Tyne - Pete Molinari at The Cluny in Newcastle upon Tyne on Wednesday, 17 September 2014. You've all heard of horror stories of getting scammed by ticket touts, haven't you? Well, BritEvents have come up with the perfect solution - a ticket price comparison service. Just browse for the Pete Molinari tickets you want to purchase, and see who's offering the best price. We compare Seatwave, Ticketmaster, Stubhub, Viagogo and GetMeIn - all very reputable ticket companies who offer top-class guarantees, and chill, knowing that you're covered
The Pierces | 17 Sep 2014 at The Sage Gateshead, Gateshead - The Pierces at The Sage Gateshead in Gateshead on Wednesday, 17 September 2014. You've all heard of horror stories of getting scammed by ticket touts, haven't you? Well, BritEvents have come up with the perfect solution - a ticket price comparison service. Just browse for the The Pierces tickets you want to purchase, and see who's offering the best price. We compare Seatwave, Ticketmaster, Stubhub, Viagogo and GetMeIn - all very reputable ticket companies who offer top-class guarantees, and chill, knowing that you're covered
Continental Market | 18 - 20 Sep 2014 at High Street, Stockton on Tees - The town centre will come alive with the tastes, smells and products of Continental Europe - and beyond - when the Traditional European Food and Craft Fair arrives in town. Bringing a lot of produce and products that are new and different, the fair will be in town from Thursday 18th to Saturday 20th September. The town centre will be transformed into more of a bustling market place than ever before, as the marketers build on the success of their visits in earlier years. This year, we have some new exciting stalls: German salami, Finnish crafts, Peruvian handicrafts, Italian macaroons and Paris handbags
Ben Montague | 19 Sep 2014 at The Cluny 2, Newcastle Upon Tyne - Two years after debut single Haunted took the radio by storm, Ben Montague is ready to launch his debut album Tales Of Flying and Falling and announces a tour to celebrate.
Scotland
Ryder Cup Gala Concert | 24 Sep 2014 at The SSE Hydro, Glasgow - Glasgow holds its UNESCO City of Music crown up in pride this month as the spectacular opening Ryder Cup Gala Concert is launched on the 24th September at the city's SSE Hydro, uniting golf, music and arts in a curtain-raiser for one of the biggest sporting events in the world (www.rydercupgalaconcert.com) Developed by Take That's Artistic Director, the Gala Concert will see music legends Midge Ure, Texas and Nile Rogers perform their iconic hits in special one-off collaborations with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, while Jake Bugg, Amy MacDonald, Nina Nesbit, Twin Atlantic, Danny Wilson and Eddi Reader will take to the stage alongside the country's leading arts agencies (Scottish National Ballet, Scottish Opera and National Theatre of Scotland) to celebrate the Cup's return to Scotland for the first time in 40 years. The evening will culminate in the presentation of the 2014 Ryder Cup Teams, with the USA and European players coming face to face for the first time ahead of the epic golf showdown at Gleneagles " full details attached
Azealia Banks | Today at O2 Academy Glasgow, Glasgow - Music critics and journalists across the country have been furiously typing one name over the last few months to have their say over 2012's next big thing - Azealia Banks. This twenty-year-old Harlem rapper has received great coverage after being placed third in the BBC's Sound Of 2012 poll for her lyrics and style and has been hyped as much as Lana Del Ray, making their proposed collaboration especially exciting. This excitement and expectation is probably no better expressed than with her UK tour this autumn. This is the first headline tour of the country that Azealia Banks will be embarking on - following her slot on the NME Awards tour this February - and she is booked into some respectable venues, despite not yet releasing an album
The Mousetrap | Today at Theatre Royal Glasgow, Glasgow - Don't miss Agatha Christie's The Mousetrip! London's West End threatre has been running this well-loved murder mystery play for the last 38 years. On November 25, 2012, the play will mark its 60th birthday. A visit to London without seeing at St. Martin's The Mousetrap is missing a show which is the longest running (of any type)
Cate Le Bon | Tomorrow at Electric Circus, Edinburgh - Cate Le Bon appears live in Edinburgh, Midlothian at Electric Circus on Tuesday, 16 September 2014. For ticket prices to watch Cate Le Bon at Electric Circus, see the list of tickets available for Cate Le Bon.
First Aid Kit | Tomorrow at Old Fruit Market, Glasgow - First Aid Kit band is a Swedish folk duo comprising of sisters, Klara Soderberg andJohanna Soderberg from Enskede, Stockholm. The two had been writing folk-influenced songs since 2007 but stormed into the limelight when a video of the song "Tiger Mountain Peasant Song" which they redid went viral on YouTube. This prompted the original composers Fleet Foxes, to invite them for a featured performance in the Netherlands back in 2008. The duo released their debut album in 2010
Wales
Porlock Arts Festival | 25 - 28 Sep 2014 at Porlock Village Hall, Porlock - The Festival is a celebration of poetry, prose, drama, art, music, friendship and good conversation and on this, the twelfth year in our history, we really do have something for everyone. From rock biographer Philip Norman to novelist Michael Ridpath, and winners of Best Duo at the BBC Folk Awards Philip Henry and Hannah Martin to retired vet, the entertaining author Malcolm Welshman. This year we also feature Chris Chapman and his new film - How Many People See the Stars as I Do? The Exmoor Story of Hope Bourne. We welcome winner of the Trailblazer Award at the British Storytelling Excellence Awards and, after catching the dancing bug at the ceilidh, we relax with the calming vibration of Midnight Skies - Exmoor in Verse
Admiral Swansea Bay 10k | 21 Sep 2014 at Swansea Promenande, Swansea - The Admiral Swansea Bay 10k is one of the UK's premier road races with a flat, fast and scenic route alongside the magnificent views of Swansea Bay. We hope to see you at the start! Organised by the City and County of Swansea and main supporters Admiral, the Admiral Swansea Bay 10k was voted one of the top road races in the UK, the 10k and junior races attracts thousands of entrants and spectators to Swansea Bay and promises to be a great day out for everyone. The 2014 Admiral Swansea Bay 10k will take place on Sunday 21 September. Swansea is celebrating the centenary of Dylan Thomas during 2014 and the Admiral Swansea Bay 10k is joining in by introducing the Dylan Thomas Mile
Lewis Watson | 23 Sep 2014 at Glee Club Cardiff, Cardiff - Lewis Watson at Glee Club Cardiff live on Tuesday, 23 September 2014 in Cardiff, Glamorgan. A popular live music event taking place on the Tuesday, 23 September 2014 that will see tickets sell out quickly. Buy tickets for Lewis Watson at Glee Club Cardiff by comparing ticket prices from top UK ticket companies.
Peter Hook & The Light | 24 Sep 2014 at Glee Club Cardiff, Cardiff - Peter Hook & The Light announce Cardiff show for debut concerts of New Order's Low Life and Brotherhood plus an opening set of Joy Division material. The concert features all material 1983 - 1987 from Confusion to True Faith, the band's most prolific period. 'This is New Order reinvigorated, reenergized' - Louder Than War