Arts & Culture

Going Out – April 23

Holkham

7-17 April

With cotton tail trails and Velveteen tales, every bunny is hopping to Holkham this Easter. There is chocolate by the basketful, a box full of toys and activities aplenty in Holkham Hall, Holkham Stories and Holkham Walled Garden. Visitors also have the chance to fill up and feast with Holkham’s Easter food, drink and gift market. With over 50 local and regional artisan producers showcasing their very best produce, gifts and crafts.

www.holkham.co.uk

Georgia Cécile

19 April, 7.30pm, The Apex, Bury St Ed

Tipped as one to watch Georgia Cécile is at the helm of the new wave of UK jazz crossover artists. A gifted and engaging performer, Cécile has been championed by Gregory Porter and Jamie Cullum.

www.theapex.co.uk

Coronation & cream tea

6 May, 10am

Beccles Public Hall and Theatre

The Coronation will be aired on the big screen at the Hall for you to come and be part of this historic day with other members of the local community. A cream tea will be served during the screening to ensure it is a right royal occasion. Enjoy a scone with jam and cream and your choice of a tea or coffee. There is also a gluten free option available. Doors open at 10am. Come and take a seat and get yourself comfortable for a full morning of live coverage before the coronation at 11:25am. The Hall’s volunteers will be on hand, and the Hall Bar will be open too, should you wish to partake in a tipple and raise a glass to our new King. Cream Teas are just £5 and advanced booking is encouraged.

www.becclespublichall.com

Hippodrome: Pirates Live

Great Yarmouth, 1 April-1 May

Pirates Live is a truly unique experience now in its 9th blockbuster year. A cast of swashbuckling pirates led by comedy favorites Jack Jay and Johnny Mac lead you on a live action-adventure show like no other.

With a combination of heart stopping circus stunts, hilarious pirate comedy scenes and spellbinding aerial artistry, this show has gained national acclaim.

This year the Hippodrome have ensembled an incredible cast of circus performers, actors, and dancers ready to set sail on the most spectacular version of the show to date. 

This award-winning production creates a truly immersive experience where half of the legendary Hippodrome Arena is used for a life size pirate galleon and movie style port set. Even incorporating use of the Hippodrome’s iconic water spectacular, as part of the lagoon and pirate port.

www.hippodromecircus.co.uk

John Lewis Norwich

Cake N Paint

5 May, 2 June, 7 July, 25 Aug, 8 Sept, 6 Oct, 10 Nov

Join Maryanne on a fun, but relaxing journey to learn how to paint with watercolors at John Lewis Norwich. These classes are for beginner’s, novice level and those who would like to improve on skills you may already have.  A relaxed and friendly class, with tea and cake, courtesy of the John Lewis Cafe. Sessions are held monthly on a Friday at 10.30 and each session is designed to help you get started, as well as progress. All materials are included. For more information and to book a class please visit:

www.maryanneold.com

ALL THINGS BABY

18 May, 6.15pm-8pm

Join the John Lewis nursery team at their FREE event for expectant parents.

These parental sessions will include information to help you prepare for your new arrival and the chance to discover local organisations to support you from birth and beyond. To pre-book your place at the event visit the nursery department or email: mark.wells@johnlewis.co.uk

johnlewis.com

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