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Each year, Cambridge’s rich melodic tradition is celebrated with Cambridge Music Festival. “We’re thrilled to be back this spring with a series of performances around the city – and fresh from our 30th birthday celebrations,” says artistic director Justin Lee. “Whether online or in person, there is something for everyone, and we hope you will join us in celebrating the return of live music to our city.” Don’t miss your chance to hear Schubert’s iconic Death and the Maiden played by 12 Ensemble, Mendelssohn’s Octet performed by the Academy of St Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble, and a thrilling recital of Spanish Renaissance polyphony by The Tallis Scholars. cambridgemusicfestival.co.uk CAMBRIDGE MUSIC FESTIVAL HAS ANNOUNCED ITS SPRING SEASON PROGRAMME, STARRING WORLD-CLASS MUSICIANS PERFORMING IN BEAUTIFUL VENUES ACROSS THE CITY SINGING FROM THE SAME HYMN BOOK TUNE IN
Don’t Miss! AN ECLECTIC SELECTION OF HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE STAGE THIS MONTH
IT DON’T WORRY ME 8-9 February, 7.30pm, Cambridge Junction, pay what you feel (suggested £12.50) Wearing nothing but pants, socks and a completely straight face throughout, the award-winning duo Bert & Nasi explore the tension between art and political correctness in this off-the-wall show.
QUEER VALENTINES 10 February, 7-10pm, Cambridge Junction, £37.50
OMID DJALILI 11 February, 8pm, Cambridge Corn Exchange, £30
An assortment of entertainment, from cabaret and drag through to Valentine’s-themed games and a DJ set. Ticket proceeds go to The Kite Trust, an organisation supporting young LGBTQ+ people in and around Cambridgeshire.
After enduring the trials and tribulations of Zoom gigs, Omid Djalili is eager to get back on stage where he belongs. The showman shines in The Good Times Tour , delivering hearty hilarity alongside moments of real poignancy.
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