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UP FOR A LAUGH
Our round-up of the best comedy in Cambridge this coming month THE GONG SHOW TOWN AND GOWN, 9 NOV This interactive event puts the power in the hands of the audience as various comedians compete with just five minutes to ‘beat the gong’. STEPHEN K AMOS, OXYMORON* CAMBRIDGE JUNCTION, 10 NOV Fresh from treading the boards in My Fair Lady in London’s West End, settle in for an hour of uninterrupted laughs from this celebrated stand-up comedian. PORTLAND COMEDY CLUB THE PORTLAND, 24 NOV A firm local favourite, head to The Portland for its monthly comedy night showcasing some of the best comics on the national circuit.
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50 Years of AAM THE SOUND OF CELEBRATION
Marking half a century of excellence in baroque and classical music, the Cambridge-based Academy of Ancient Music (AAM) has released the programme for its 50th anniversary season. With several highlights in store, from world-class performances to the first recording of Mozart’s complete works for keyboard and orchestra, this is sure to be the most memorable season yet. Launching on 22 November 2023, visit aam.co.uk/whats-on for tickets.
ONE TO WATCH The Cambridge Literary Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary with the Winter Festival, taking place in various venues across the city from 16 to 19 November. “Our charitable remit is all about education, but the festival aims to inspire a passion for books and the written word – it’s equally for enjoyment and pleasure,” shares founder and artistic director, Cathy Moore. Highlights include Theresa May, Lemn Sissay, Afua Hirsch in conversation with Elif Shafak, Rick Stein and many more! See the full programme and book your tickets at cambridgeliteraryfestival.com
CATCH OF THE DAY
Join Paul Whitehouse and John Bailey – the consultant for Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing – as they head out on the autumn 2023 tour for How We Fish . As avid lifelong anglers, both men come together to celebrate the varied tapestry of the history of fishing as self-styled ‘fishing detectives’, brimming with vibrant stories and fond memories of days long ago spent by the riverside. Coinciding with the publication of their new book, How We Fish – The Love, Life and Joy of the Riverbank , the tour promises a warm and funny evening to be enjoyed by all. Book now at cambridgelive.org.uk/cornex
2 Nov
10 NOVEMBER 2023 CAMBSEDITION.CO.UK
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