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Cambridge Comedy Festival This year, the Cambridge Comedy Festival has been expanded into a fully fledged three-day experience, hosted by Grange Farm in Abbots Ripton, Huntingdon (formerly home to Secret Garden Party). The fantastic countryside location allows for multiple stages, on-site camping and even a freshwater swimming lake. There will be more than 150 acts appearing across four stages over the weekend, with headliners including Rob Beckett, Milton Jones and Darren Harriott on Friday; Ed Byrne, Gary Delaney and Russell Kane on Saturday, and Al Murray, Seann Walsh and Rosie Jones on Sunday. In addition to the big-name acts on the ticket, you can also catch some of your favourite comedians getting in on the DJing action in the Glade Bar area after the shows are over. There’s plenty of family fun and kid-friendly comedy on offer, too. So, whether you’re there to see the household names, the very best circuit acts or left-field fringe legends, this year’s Cambridge Comedy Festival won’t disappoint. The festival is running from 9 to 11 July, with tickets available from the Cambridge Comedy Festival website, which offers options for both weekend passes (with or without camping), and day tickets. cambridgecomedyfestival.com
Apply now! CSVPA SCHOLARSHIP Cambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts (CSVPA) has launched a fully funded Access All Areas scholarship, in partnership with Cosmopolitan magazine. The successful
If you’re looking to broaden your horizons this summer – or delve into a subject you’ve always been interested in from afar – the University of Cambridge’s Virtual Summer Festival of Learning may be just the ticket. Running throughout July, the festival allows you to study a vast array of subjects, whether you’re a student, professional or retiree. Delivered by leading Cambridge academics and invited subject specialists, there are more than 85 one-week courses and 60 talks to discover, with subjects ranging from archaeology and visual culture to biological science and engineering. You can browse the range of courses on the website, and advance booking is recommended. ice.cam.ac.uk Virtual Summer Festival of Learning
applicant will receive a full scholarship for
any of the school’s arts, design and performing arts courses. Anyone can apply, with applicants invited to either submit content on their preferred social media platform, or send a portfolio and written statement by post or email. “We are delighted to continue our partnership with Hearst UK [ Cosmopolitan ],” says Karin Askham, rector at CSVPA. “Our equal opportunities policy reflects our belief in cultural diversity that embraces individuals and promotes community spirit. We particularly encourage applications from those who feel they are from under- represented groups in the community.” The scholarship starts in September – visit the website for full details. csvpa.com
9-11 July
From performing arts company METIS, in partnership with UK-wide cultural programme Season for Change, comes new show Love Letters to a Liveable Future . An escapist, fantasy- filled take on global transformation, it’s showing on 21 and 22 July. Artistic director Zoe Svensden and her team aim to inspire urgent and inclusive action on climate change, through their defiantly hopeful on-stage imaginings. Tickets can be found on the Junction website. junction.co.uk LOVE LETTERS TO A LIVEABLE FUTURE
16 JULY 2021 CAMBSEDITION.CO.UK
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