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EXHIBITION HIGHLIGHTS CABINET OF CURIOSITIES CAMBRIDGE OPEN STUDIOS Every weekend from 2-24 July, artists in Cambridgeshire will open up their working studios to the public, with the opportunity to browse and buy art by local painters, jewellers, ceramicists, woodworkers, sculptors, textile artists, photographers and more. EXTRAORDINARY OBJECTS, SOME OF MY BEST FRIENDS ARE DINOSAURS The latest exhibition from Extraordinary Objects showcases a spectacular selection of natural history, alongside paintings from The Connor Brothers’ hugely popular Regression series. Open to the public from 2 July to 2 October.
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Shrek: The Musical From 13 to 23 July, Cambridge Theatre Company brings its latest crowd-pleaser to the Great Hall at The Leys – a production of Shrek: The Musical ,
been adapted thanks to convincing prosthetics, fantastic costumes, special effects and incredible attention to detail from the cast. “I like the challenge of staying as close to the film character as possible, putting my own spin on things. His idiosyncrasies and dodgy Scottish accent are iconic, so I’ve tried to replicate them as closely as possible. I’ve played well-known characters before, like Fagin from Oliver! , and love bringing them to life.” Expect dancing rats, a fire-breathing dragon, a biscuit with attitude and more. Visit camtheatrecompany.co.uk for tickets.
starring Scott Riley. After hordes of fairy-tale creatures are dumped on his swamp by Lord Farquaad, Shrek embarks on a perilous quest, accompanied by the mouthy Donkey, to rescue Princess Fiona. “There are laughs throughout, with original musical numbers such as Big Bright Beautiful World , Don’t Let Me Go and Freak Flag ,” says Scott. “It’s a roller coaster of emotions from beginning to end.” A family favourite, Shrek has
KETTLE’S YARD, HOWARDENA PINDELL: A NEW LANGUAGE
Running from 2 July to 30 October, Kettle’s Yard’s latest array centres on the art of Philadelphia-born Howardena Pindell, whose work shines a light on some of the pressures, prejudices and exclusions she has faced as a Black artist and woman throughout her life.
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CROWNS AND GOWNS II AT ELY CATHEDRAL
Running until 11 August, the latest Ely Cathedral exhibition is a celebration of fabulous costumes and jewels from major movies and TV programmes that were filmed in some of the UK’s most notable cathedrals. Located in the majestic, light-filled Lady Chapel, this visually enticing display will showcase iconic dresses and outfits from The Young Victoria , Wolf Hall , The Spanish Princess , The Other Boleyn Girl , The King’s Speech , Macbeth and The Crown . For more info, head to elycathedral.org
Summer holidays are all kids can think of right now, but it won’t be long before the spark fades and a need for stimulation takes over. Encouraging your child to try a hobby or take a course is a great way for them to discover passions, build confidence and make friends. The Young Actors Company provides those aged five to 21 with an opportunity to hone acting skills through a mixture of engaging and entertaining classes, workshops and events through the year. Taught by industry professionals, the company gives young people insight into what it’s like to act for TV and film, theatre and radio – and even a professional agency to represent young actors looking for work. It also offers a one-week summer school over the break, specialising in filmmaking or theatre production; this year, courses run from Monday 1 to Friday 5 August, or Monday 22 to Friday 26 August. For more information, visit theyoungactorscompany.com
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