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Make Music Day 2024
2024-06-21 10:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Cambridgeshire
Bring your friends, colleagues, children or come solo to enjoy the sounds of the city – this is a community event for all to enjoy!
Cambridge Station Square will be alive with music from 11am – 7pm, and it’s FREE, so there’s something to enjoy at all times of day.
Make Music Day UK is an annual celebration of music-making with events in communities across the world on the 21st of June (to mark the summer solstice) and now takes place in more than 125 countries.
Cambridge 105 Radio will be broadcasting live to bring highlights of the festival to the airwaves. The stage is in Station Square near Gail’s, visible as you exit the train station. foodPark will be serving up the food and drink – so grab a deckchair and enjoy the show. Expect great tunes, music for all tastes, and plenty of friendly faces.
Our headline act is Cambridge’s very own Mr Griff. A session drummer turned front man, songwriter and multi instrumentalist, playing catchy, soulful and incredibly funky original music, alongside a live band.
Any additions to the day will be posted on our Facebook Page so register your interest and stay up to date.
Full line-up as follows:
11.00 – Nadya Galbraith – @nadya.galbraith
One to watch – a young Cambridge singer with a strong vocal range, kicking off the day for us.
11.40 – Emile Bani – @childofchief
A singer-songwriter whose stunning vocals combined with his use of Rhythm and Blue and Soul styles create an unmissable spectacle.
12.20 – Georgia Nevada – @georgianevada
Southern Rock artist who has played a number of country festivals and venues across the UK. Well composed original music and a captivating performance guaranteed.
13.00 – Uncle Arthur & The Alley Cat – @unc_arthur
In a league of their own when it comes to energy. An impressive blend of genres delivered with style, don’t miss this incredible duo.
13.40 – Josh Robins – @josh.robins.music
Renowned travelling songwriter boasting performances at several big Folk festivals including Cambridge! Expect clever storytelling and articulate playing throughout his set.
14.20 – Harri Beasley – @harribeasleymusic
One of Cambridge’s favourites, a loop pedal magician, you’ll be amazed at the depth of sound he can produce as a solo performer.
15.30 – Beats & Babes – @beats.and.babes
New on the scene and creating waves since their debut events. A collective of female musicians empowering and uplifting others within the city, serious feel good factor incoming.
16.30 – Dorothea – @dorothea.music
Greek artist Dorothea has made a deserved name for herself both as an original and covers artist, come and see what all the hype is about.
17.45 – Mr Griff – @mrgriffmusic
Our headliner Mr Griff is an 8 piece wall of sound who deliver the finest funk, soul and fusion you’ll hear in a long time. They’ll be playing Main Stage at the Cambridge Club Festival this year, so it’s an honour to have them on our bill.
Make Music Day is delivered by Cambridge BID, in partnership with CB1 Community
We are grateful for the support of our event sponsor, FORA

New Cambridge Singers - Music from Nature
2024-06-22 | Downing Place United Reform Church, Downing Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3EL, United Kingdom
New Cambridge Singers’ summer concert draws together music inspired by nature, culminating with Ralph Vaughan Williams The Lark Ascending arranged for choir and violin by Paul Drayton, which brings new colours (and words) to this favourite. Plainscapes is perhaps the Latvian equivalent with its dream-like texture of wordless choir, cello and violin evoking the native birds of Peteris Vasks’ homeland.
More birds round out the programme, with Stanford’s miraculous and poised The Bluebird in its original context of the Op.119 folksongs to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the composer’s death.
New Cambridge Singers, conducted by James Potter/ Soloists: Freya Goldmark (violin), Chris Terepin (cello)
7..30pm (until 9.30pm) at Downing Place United Reformed Church, Downing Street, Cambridge CB2 3EL
Tickets: £18, £9 (students), under 18s free
Companion tickets for anyone with long-term disability offered free of charge.
www.ticketsource.co.uk/new-cambridge-singers
There will be a second concert on Saturday, 29th June at All Saints Church, High Street Cottenham. Tickets: £14, £6 (students), under 18s free. www.ticketsource.co.uk/friendsofallsaintscottenham,
By phone 01954 250000 or from Ward’s greengrocer

Off The Beaten Track at Flourish Farm
2024-06-22 | Flourish Farm Shop, Cooks Pen Farm, Hildersham, CB21 6BS
The newest pop up celebrates all things local and independent at Flourish Farm in Hildersham. Alongside food trucks serving from 12-3pm, there will be a host of brilliant pop up stalls from 10-4pm.
Come along and check out everything that Flourish Farm has to offer. There will be beer and wine available to buy from the shop as well as coffee, cakes, tunes and so much more!
From 10.00 am to 4.00 pm. Cooks Pen Farm, Linton Road, Hildersham, Cambridgeshire, CB21 6BS
For info go to https://www.offthebeatentruck.co.uk/flourish-farm

Northstowe Midsummer Festival
2024-06-22 | The Green, Pathfinder Way, Northstowe, CB24 1FD
Taking place from 3-8pm The Green, Pathfinder Way, Northstowe CB24 1FD
Northstowe Midsummer Festival, a fantastic celebration of the longest day of the year and the joyful return of summer.! Hosted by Northstowe Hub and Northstowe Arts, and brought to life with the help of Northstowe Foodies and various community groups, this festival promises a day full of fun and excitement.
Bring a Picnic or Enjoy Delicious Treats: Pack your own picnic or savour something tasty from the Café in the Cabin or one of the many food and drink trucks.
Enjoy Free Performances & Activities: There’s something for everyone. Confirmed highlights – Meet Hereward the Wake with Anglo-Saxon armoury and beer-making demos by the WakeHereward Project and Longstanton & District Heritage Society.
Silent Disco/ Teddy Bear’s Picnic Dance Session/ Street Dance/ Enjoy performances by Hatton Park and Pathfinder Schools.
For info go to Midsummer Festival – Northstowe Hub

An Evening with Patrick and Esme
2024-06-23 | Cambridge Arts Theatre, 6 St Edward's Passage, Cambridge , Cambridgeshire, CB2 3PJ, United Kingdom
Patrick Grant and Esme Young, judges of the hugely popular BBC 2 series The Great British Sewing Bee, visit the Arts Theatre for the first time with a very special one-off show created just for Cambridge.
Patrick Grant is an award-winning Scottish fashion designer with a career spanning almost two decades. An outspoken advocate for radical change in the fashion and clothing industry, Patrick has spoken for Ted Talks, written for many newspapers and magazines and is currently penning his second and third books.
Esme Young is an English fashion designer and television presenter who began her career in the 1980s by opening the iconic fashion shop Swanky Modes in Camden. Esme makes costumes for film, including hit titles including The Beach, Bridget Jones’ Diary, Baz Luhrmann’s Romeo & Juliet and Trainspotting.
Tickets – Sunday 23 June, 7.30pm: £42.00. All ticket prices include a £3 per ticket booking fee.
For info go to AN EVENING WITH PATRICK AND ESME | Cambridge Arts Theatre

Bourn Mill Open Day
2024-06-23 | Bourn Post Mill, Off the Caxton Road, Bourn, CB23 2SU
From 2-4.30pm
Bourn mill is the oldest surviving windmill in the country. Set in beautiful scenery, it was built during the reign of King Henry VIII!
During the summer the mill is opened and guides will show you how the mill works and tell you the history of this fascinating building. Not only can you see inside, you can also have a go at the incredible task of turning the whole mill on its post – an amazing experience.
The mill is owned by local charity CambridgePPF and run by dedicated volunteers.
Tea and cakes available to purchase.
Members free, non-members £4 adult, £1 per child.
Last tour is at 4pm.
For info go to https://www.cambridgeppf.org/Event/bourn-windmill-open-day-23jun2024

Lode and Long Meadow Village Fete
2024-06-23 | The Fassage, Lode
Taking place from 12.00 to 4.00 pm. at The Fassage.
Featutrng guest appearances from Spider Man, Princess Elsa and The Peg Leg Pub Band.
With various stalls, children’s games area, hot food, tea and cakes, ice cream, licensed bar with ales, Pimms and soft drinks, grand draw at £1,00 in the pot, classic cars and jumble sale.
For info go to Facebook

Cambridge Beer Quarter Festival
2024-06-24 - 2024-06-28 | Various, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
After the success of their first ever joint beer festival back in May 2022 and winter festival in November, local pubs in the Petersfield Area are back with their annual summer Cambridge Beer Quarter!
It will be taking place between the 24th and 29th June and throughout the week there will be a myriad of different events, tap takeovers, meet the brewers, music, food and so much more!
Pubs participating will be The Alexandra Arms, The Blue Moon, Calverley’s Brewer, The Petersfield and The Geldart and This time they are also adding a seventh venue, The newly re-opened Kingston Arms to the tour.
Each venue brings something completely different to the table.
What’s more is, with your help, they can raise vital funds for local charities. All money raised across the seven venues will be pooled and divided equally to the charities.
For opening times and info go to http://cambeerquarter.uk/

Cheffins Fine Art Sale
2024-06-26 | Cheffins Auctioneers, 1-2 Clifton Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 7EA, United Kingdom
Cheffins latest fine art sale includes many Chinese pieces, paintings, furniture, vases, an alabaster figure (Professor Aristide Petrilli (Italian, 1868-1930),of Margherita di Valois, 1492) and many other beautiful objccts.
Viewing days – Sunday 23rd 10am-12pm/ Monday 24th 10am-5pm/ Tuesday 25th 10am-5pm/ Sale days 9am-10am
For more information – T: 01223 213343 | E-mail : fine.art@cheffins.co.uk
To view the catalogue go to Cheffins Fine Art | Auction Catalogue

Burwell Carnival
2024-06-28 | Burwell, Cambridgeshire
Carnival 2024 will be on the 28th and 29th June 2024 at Burwell Recreation Ground. Last year the event was attended by over 3500 people. It is free entry for all and raises money for community groups across the village.
On Friday night herre will be a pet show and silent disco starting from 5pm and then on Saturday there will be a themed parade – Transport this year, from 1.00pm, making it’s way to the Recreation Ground (open from 12.00 pm).
On the recreation ground you’ll find the Carnival bar, fantastic entertainment from bands and dance groups, fairground rides, inflatables, craft stalls and food vendors along with so much more to enjoy on-the-day.
There will be live music and performers throughout the afternoon and evening until 10pm.
The Carnival bar will be selling real ale from Burwell Brewery & cider from Spinney Abbey, lager and Pimms by the jug/glasses, along with wine, Prosecco, spirits & soft drinks. Burwell Belles – WI, will be providing hot drinks & refreshments sharing the bar marquee and there will also bee a wide choice of food vendors on the field.
For info go to https://burwellcarnival.co.uk/

Armed Forces Day - Cambridge Military Fair
2024-06-29 | Cambridgeshire
11:00 am to 5:00 pm at Gonville Place.
This will be Cambridge City’s 1st Armed Forces Day celebration and it will be a day like nothing seen in Cambridge before. The organisers have requested a fly-by and a marching band, and there will also be a military village comprising regular and reserve forces, armed forces associations and support organisations, local government departments, local community groups, local business, veteran run business stalls, re-enactment groups, militaria stalls and military displays, food and drink stalls, kiddies’ fun corner, and much much more.
For info go to https://www.armedforcesday.org.uk/event/armed-forces-day-cambridge-military-fair/

Meet The Cows!
2024-06-29 | Wandlebury Country Park, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB22 3AE, United Kingdom
14.00-16.00 at Wandlebury Country Park
Gentle guided walk to meet the Highland and Belted Galloway cows and learn how they improve our meadows for nature.
Please wear footwear and clothing for being outdoors. Meet at the large noticeboard in the car park.
Free event – suggested donation £3.
For info go to https://www.cambridgeppf.org/Event/meet-the-cows-29-june

Chesterton Festival 2024
2024-06-29 | Chesterton Recreation Ground, Church Street, Chesterton, CB4 1ED
A family-friendly fun day with something for everyone; stalls, arts and crafts, Fun Zone, local musicians, community Tug of War. ALl Welcome.

Betty Ray: Painting for Well-being
2024-07-01 07:00 - 16:00 | St Andrews Centre, School Hill, Histon, CB24 9JE
A celebration of the life and art of Betty Ray, Mother of Histon resident Les Ray.with live music by Red Velvet culminating in an auction of around 30 of Betty’s works.
Paintings Preview 2.30-4.30pm, Auction from 7.30-9.30pm
Entry free – welcome drinks from 7.15pm
St Andrews Centre, Histon.
Paintings preview: https://feast.hisimp.com/

To donate to CPSL Mind: go to https://www.justgiving.com/page/betty-ray-for-cpslmind

Hansard
2024-07-02 - 2024-07-05 | Corpus Playroom, St. Edwards Passage, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
It’s the summer of 1988. Tory politician Robin Hesketh returns to his idyllic home in the Cotswolds. It’s his birthday and, having successfully passed Section 28; effectively banning the ‘promotion’ of homosexuality in schools, he is in a celebratory mood. However, his welcome is not as he’d hoped.
Diana has a stinking hangover, a fox is destroying the garden, and secrets are being dug up all over the place. As the day draws on, what starts with the familiar rhythms of marital sparring quickly turns to blood-sport.
Historyonics Theatre Company presents Hansard, a witty and savage portrait of the governing class and the society at the time. Funny, tender, and ultimately brutal.
This production is suitable for ages 12 and over.
Nightly performances at 7.00 taking place in Corpus Playroom.
Tickets – £7.50 to £9.50.
For info go to https://www.adctheatre.com/whats-on/play/hansard/

Mary Beard
2024-07-02 | Cambridge Union, Trinity Street, Cambridge, CB2 1UB
Heffers bookshop has the honour of hosting Classicist Dame Mary Beard at the Cambridge Union on Tuesday, 2 July at 7pm in celebration of the paperback release of her enthralling book Emperor of Rome.
Mary Beard [DBE, MA (Cantab), PhD (Cantab), HonDLitt (Bristol), FBA] is one of the most original and best-known classicists working today. She is Professor of Classics at Newnham College, Cambridge, and the Classics editor of the TLS. She is a fellow of the British Academy and a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. She is the author of eighteen books on society and culture in the ancient world. She will be in conversation with Simon and Linda Savidge.
The event will be held in the Debating Chamber at the historic Cambridge Union, 9A Bridge St, Cambridge CB2 1UB. Tickets are available on Eventbrite and cost £15 for general admission or £20 which includes a copy of the book.
For info go to Mary Beard ‘Emperor of Rome’ Tickets, Tue, Jul 2, 2024 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite

Sounds Green at Cambridge Botanic Garden
2024-07-03 - 2024-07-30 | University Botanic Garden, No 1 Brookside, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 1JE
On Wednesday evenings in July, Cambridge University Botanic Garden rings to the sound of live music when we present Sounds Green – the best in open-air music. Bring a rug and a picnic. Food, ice creams and drinks on sale. Open to all ages. Music from 6.15pm. Garden closes at 8.30pm.
All paying visitors should buy garden entrance tickets in advance via the Botanic Garden website, available for purchase from June. Tickets may also be available on the gate, but this cannot be guaranteed

3 July – Prime Brass/ 10 July – Annj Ghosh Quintet (Jazz)/ 17 July7 Hannah Horton (Jazz Saxophonist)/ 24 July – Mighty Like the Bluies with Jim Mullen/ 31 July – Latin Rhythms from Cores Do Samba.
For info go to Sounds Green Cambridge Summer Music | Cambridge Summer Music

Stately Ladies Summer Ballet
2024-07-03 - 2024-08-27 | YMCA, Gonville Place, Cambridge, CB1 1ND
Amateur adult ladies are invited to attend a summer ballet course in Classic Russian Ballet in July and August, taking place in the Dance Studio at the YMCA, Gonville Place, Cambridge
The classes will be from 12.00 to 1.00 each Wednesday (excluding July 24th). The Teacher will be Karen Stringer, a Fellow of the National Association of Teachers of Dancing and for 40 years the Director of the School of Russian Ballet. Karen retired as Director in July 2023, but still teaches one class for the School for adult and teen beginners. She also teaches a very popular class for adults over 50 years of age for the University of the Third Age in Cambridge.
The fee is £10.00 per class (cash preferred).
Correct uniform is a black leotard, any style, pink or black ballet shoes, pink or black tights, and a black chiffon skirt.
For more info e-mail Karen at Dancingshmoo@hotmail.com

Cambridge Summer Music Festival
2024-07-05 - 2024-07-30 | Various, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Taking place all of July in many locations in and around the City, the Cambridge Summer Music Festival presents a wide variety of music performances, with 30 concerts in all.
Some examples:
5 July – Choir of Clare College at OLEM Catholic Church
11 July – J.S. Bach, St. John Passion at Trinity College Chapel
14 July – Mozart, The Magic Flute at Childerly Hall
20 July – Young Composers Worksh0p at Churchill College’24 July
24 July – Verdi Requiem at Ely Cathedral
27 July – Festival Finale-A Mozart Celebration at Saffron Hall
For details of all the concerts go to cambridgesummermusic.com

Cambridge Open Studios
2024-07-06 - 2024-07-27 | Various, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Cambridge Open Studios event runs over the first four weekends of July every year, and provides the opportunity to visit working studios, and buy art direct from the artists.
2024 dates for your calendar
Cambridge Open Studios will run over the following dates in 2024, with studios open between 10am and 5pm:
06 – 07 | 13 – 14 | 20 – 21 | 27 – 28 July
Cambridge Open Studios is a thriving community of around 500 artists, craftspeople, and designer-makers working throughout Cambridgeshire.
For info go to https://camopenstudios.org/

Showaddywaddy at Cambridge Corn Exchange - 50 Years
2024-07-06 | Cambridge Corn Exchange, 2 Wheeler Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3QB, United Kingdom
This tour celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Showaddywaddy!
‘The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World’ is a bold statement, but Showaddywaddy have lived up to that title for the last 5 decades!
Formed in Leicester in 1973 from an amalgamation of several local bands, Showaddywaddy have gone on to sell more than 20 million records and tour all four corners of the globe.
Their 50th Anniversary shows will be dynamic and uplifting, featuring all their greatest hits, many of which reached number one in the pop charts across Europe. ‘Under The Moon of Love’, ‘Three Steps to Heaven’, ‘Hey Rock & Roll’, ‘When’, ‘Blue Moon’, ‘Pretty Little Angel Eyes’ and many, many more.
So come and join the ‘Dancin’ Party’… ‘You’ve Got What It Takes’!
Tickets: £25, £30. All tickets include a £3 booking fee.
For info go to https://www.cambridgelive.org.uk/cornex/events/showaddywaddy-%E2%80%93-50th-anniversary-concert-tour

KUPALA FEST
2024-07-06 | St Giles Church, Chesterton Road, Cambridge
Everyone is invited to KUPALA FEST – a concert and fair in support of Ukraine on Saturday 6th of July, at St Giles Church, Cambridge, from 2pm onwards.
KUPALA FEST is a family event rooted in a Ukrainian traditional summer holiday.
There will be a flower crown workshop for children and music performances for everyone. You can see a display of traditional Ukrainian costumes and embroidery, taste Ukrainian food and drinks, and buy some crafts and souvenirs.
KUPALA FEST is a fundraiser for KHARRP.com – a UK charity that rebuilds homes and supports communities in Eastern Ukraine. Come to hear Dr Panayiotis Xenophontos, University of Oxford, co-founder and trustee of KHARPP, speak at the event about the situation in Eastern Ukraine and the work that KHARRP is doing.
To find out more and book the tickets, go to trybooking.com and search for KUPALA
(https://www.trybooking.com/uk/events/landing/61121). Tickets will also be sold at the door.

Shelford Feast 2024
2024-07-06 - 2024-07-12 | Sawston
A regular annual village event with its roots in the Middle Ages, The Shelford Feast maintains the tradition of bringing the community together to celebrate, all with the aim of having a good time whilst raising money for local good causes, with over £370,000 raised to date.
Beer Festival
Sat 6 Jul 2024 12:00 – 5:00pm

The ever-popular beer festival returns to kick off Feast Week 2024, featuring over 30 different beers and ciders for you to enjoy plus live music during the afternoon.
We aim to provide a selection of different styles from porters to pale ales, showcasing the best from our local breweries and further afield. Food will be available from the Feast food tent and from a selection of local food vendors.
Entrance to the Beer Festival is free!

Trevor Nelson
Sat 6 Jul 2024 7:00pm – 11:00pm

You won’t want to miss out on Trevor Nelson’s final appearance at Shelford Feast, promising to start the week off with a bang on Saturday, July 6th. If you haven’t experienced his sets at the Feast before, this is your last opportunity to catch him in action.
Plus, get ready to groove all night long with support from Cambridge 105 Radio DJ Chris Brown. It’s going to be an unforgettable kickoff to an incredible week of festivities.

Feast Sunday
Sun 7 Jul 2024 12:00 – 5:00pm

A celebration of Shelford life with displays from local groups, stalls around the recreation ground, bouncy castles, live music throughout the afternoon and food and drink a-plenty.
Come along to see what the fuss is all about!
Entrance to the Sunday Feast Day is available on the day by payment of a modest entrance fee.

Sawston Youth Drama
Tue 9 Jul 2024 7:00pm – 10:30pm

SYD return to the Shelford Feast this year, celebrating all they’ve accomplished. Join us for a captivating showcase featuring their classic hits alongside a lineup of exciting new numbers.
From their group performances to the addition of fresh tunes, it’s sure to be a memorable event.

Comedy Night
Thu 11 Jul 2024 7:00pm – 11:00pm

Come and enjoy three top stand up comedians and our hilarious host in the Shelford Feast’s Grand Marquee!
We’re delighted to have Marcus Brigstocke, a major comedy, writing, and acting talent, with an impressive list of TV credits and regular appearances on BBC Radio 4’s I’m Sorry I Haven’t a Clue, The Now Show and Just a Minute. Marcus is the master of satirical comedy and has proved to be blisteringly funny over a wide range of topics including; climate change, religious extremism, immigration, loans companies, the Special Relationship, compensation culture, women’s magazines, the EU, and David Blaine, not to mention his own personal battle against his middle-class roots.
Joining Marcus for the evening is Nick Page, English Comedian of the Year 2018. His shows are full to bursting with stories from a life lived on the edge of (self inflicted) disaster. Also on our bill is Ashley Frieze, a guitar-toting funny man with a charming, daft, and warm brand of music-infused stand-up comedy.
Finally. our MC for the evening will be Brennan Reece,a multi-award winning working class wordsmith, as seen on TV’s Live at the Apollo, Celeb Coach Trip and Roast Battle.
Be prepared for a side-splitting evening of stellar entertainment!

Natalie Williams’ Soul Night
Fri 12 Jul 2024 7:00pm – 11:00pm

Friday 12th July at the Shelford Feast sees an evening of Philly and Motown vibes from the incredible Natalie Williams’ Soul Family – a 10 piece soul band that has held a monthly residency at Ronnie Scott’s for the last 16 years!
Supported by The Filthy Six, possibly the most exciting, authentic soul jazz outfit in the UK today!

Anthems Ibiza Orchestra

Sat 13 Jul 2024 7:00pm – 11:00pm

Closing this year’s Shelford Feast is the largest live band we’ve had on stage: the 18 piece Anthems Ibiza Orchestra, complete with singers.
Supported by Worldy, playing club classic hits, bringing high energy performances and merging songs together to bring you a party like no other.

A Creepy Concert!
2024-07-06 | St Pauls Church, Hills Road, Cambridge
Timeline Choir invite you to join them for their summer concert: A Cup of Poison 7.30pm St Pauls Church – Hills Rd.
Songs of foul fiends and dark deed across the centuries! Murder and misdeeds abound as you look at some of the darker sides of folk song, featuring poisonous relationships, gallows confessions and the song of Mad Tom of Bedlam.
Not for the faint-hearted!
Tickets are £15 for adults including a glass of wine, £7.50 for under 18s..
For info go to Timeline Songs | Heritage Singing

Enrico Tomassi's Dixieland All Stars at Stapleford Granary
2024-07-06 | Stapleford Granary, Bury Road, Stapleford, CB22 5BP
Enrico Tomasso, trumpet & vocals | Malcolm Earle Smith, trombone | Mark Crooks, clarinet | Joe Webb, piano | Harry Sankey, rhythm guitar | Simon Thorpe, double bass | Matt Skelton, drums.
This all-star group had been specially assembled to celebrate the best of Dixieland and Chicago Jazz. From the music of King Oliver to Bix Beiderbecke and Eddie Condon, enjoy Dixieland favourites led by the trumpet and vocal stylings of ‘Britain’s Louis Armstrong’ Enrico Tomasso.
Outdoor bar, Pimms Bar & BBQ open 6:00pm | Concert 7:30pm, ending c. 9:30pm (includes an interval)
Tickets £24 / £12 (under 25)
Please note that this concert takes place in the unique setting of our covered outdoor courtyard
All tickets are seated.
For info go to https://www.staplefordgranary.org.uk/whats-on/events/dixieland-courtyard-concert

Sundays at Ipswich Transport Museum
2024-07-07 - 2024-07-27 | Iipswich Transport Museum, The Old Trolleybus Depot, Cobham Road, IPswich, Cambridgeshire, IP3 9JD, United Kingdom
The Ipswich Transport Museum, the modern-day Aladdin’s Cave. situated in the Old Trolleybus Depot on Cobham Road, Ipswich, IP3 9JD, will be open in July every Sunday from 11am until 4pm.
At the Museum there zre about 100 major exhibits, almost all of which were manufactured and or operated in Ipswich, these include lorries, fire engines, ambulances, electric vehicles, bicycles, and a wide selection of grass cutting machines and horse drawn vehicles.
Current restorations include a Bedford WLB bus, a Daimler funeral hearse, ex Ipswich single deck Ransomes trolleybus and a Tilling Stevens double deck motor bus
There is a well-stocked gift shop and the Sunbeam tea room serving hot and cold snacks and beverages.
For further information visit our website at: www.ipswichtransportmuseum.co.uk

Cambridge Shakespeare Festival
2024-07-08 - 2024-08-23 | Cambridge
The Merry Wives of Windsor
29 July – 24 August 2024
Every evening (except Sunday) at 7.30pm
St John’s College Gardens
(entrance via Queen’s Road only)
Shakespeare’s brilliantly witty farce tells of a would-be seducer, a jealous husband and two resourceful housewives in a hilarious battle of wits and wiles. Sir John Falstaff gets more than he bargained for when he simultaneously pursues two wealthy married women. Upon receiving identical copies of Falstaff’s love letter, the spirited Mistresses Ford and Page cook up a scheme of their own to teach the fat knight a lesson, with uproariously funny results. Don’t miss this sparkling production!
Richard II
29 July – 24 August 2024
Every evening (except Sunday) at 7.30pm
Trinity College Gardens
(entrance via Queen’s Road only)
Richard II is a regal and stately monarch. He believes he is ordained by God, yet he is a weak and ineffective king – wasteful in his spending habits, unwise in his choice of counsellors, and detached from his country and its people. When he seizes the land of his cousin Henry Bolingbroke, both the commoners and the barons decide that their king has gone too far… This production reflects the play’s intense psychological struggle as well as a taut political drama.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
29 July – 24 August 2024
Every evening (except Sunday) at 7.30pm
King’s College Gardens
(entrance via Queen’s Road only)
The beautiful gardens of King’s College Fellows’ Garden form the perfect setting for Shakespeare’s delightful fairy-tale world of love, jealousy and youthful exuberance. This captivating production brings to life all the magic and humour of Shakespeare’s best-loved play. Why not invite your children to come along dressed as fairies to add to what promises to be a spectacular evening!

Spot's Birthday Party
2024-07-11 - 2024-07-13 | Cambridge Arts Theatre, 6 St. Andrews Passage, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3PJ
Spot is having a very special birthday party and you’re invited! With party hats, songs, dancing and lots of interactive party games, this is going to be the best birthday party ever!
Join Steve the Monkey, Tom the Crocodile and Helen the Hippo to say a big HAPPY BIRTHDAY SPOT! Based on the beloved Eric Hill classic Happy Birthday Spot, this brand-new adaptation brings your favourite pup and his friends to life in an interactive and accessible show suitable for ages 2+ and their grown-ups. (Please note Makaton will be used throughout the performance).
Every ticket to Spot’s Birthday Party comes with a free party hat and a post-show meet & greet with Spot!
Age Guidance – 2+
Thursday, 2pm & 4pm/ Friday, 11am & 2pm/ Saturday, 11am, 2pm & 4pm/ Sunday, 11am, 2pm & 4pm
All tickets £18.00.
For info go to https://www.cambridgeartstheatre.com/whats-on/spots-birthday-party

Murder Most Unexpected
2024-07-17 - 2024-07-19 | ADC Theatre, Park Street, Cambridge, CB5 8AS
Step into the world of Murder Most Unexpected, an Agatha Christie-style Whodunnit made up entirely on the spot. The talented cast of improvisers will take you on a journey full of hilarious twists, turns, and suspicious characters – all dictated by your suggestions! Every performance is unique, anything can happen, and anyone could be the killer. Come and watch the mayhem unfold as our improvisers unravel the mystery. Don’t miss this unforgettable night of comedy where you help craft the mystery.
This production is suitable for ages 12 and over.
Nightly performances at 7.45 pm.
Tickets from £9.00 to £12.00.
For info go to https://www.adctheatre.com/whats-on/comedy/murder-most-unexpected/

What The Butler Saw
2024-07-17 - 2024-07-19 | Cambridge Arts Theatre, 6 St. Andrews Passage, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 3PJ
Within his private psychiatric clinic, Doctor Prentice is interviewing a new secretary. Geraldine wants the position but seems under-qualified and uncertain about her parentage. Mrs Prentice appears, flushed and in urgent need of a drink, following an illicit encounter at the Station Hotel. In the meantime, Doctor Rance, a Government Inspector and Sergeant Match, a policeman, arrive amidst increasing chaos with searching questions of their own.
What the Butler Saw is Joe Orton’s most ambitious play, manic farce and masterclass in fearless comic writing. No institution, political view or tradition is safe, as Orton explores comic territory few playwrights have dared to visit.
Joe Orton was born in Leicester in 1933. During a short, dazzling career, he shocked, outraged, and delighted audiences with his riotous black comedies, including Loot and Entertaining Mr Sloane.
General Guidance – Contains strong language and adult themes/ Age Guidance 14+
Nightly performances at 7.30 pm with matinees on Thursday and Saturday at 2.30 pm.
Tickets – £20/£25/£30/£35. All ticket prices include a £3 per ticket booking fee.
For info go to https://www.cambridgeartstheatre.com/whats-on/what-butler-saw
