March and April 2010

01/02/2010

March Events 2010

York Festival of Science and Technology
12 - 21 March 2010

A 10 day festival ‘bringing science to life' in and around the UK's founding National Science City, and one which literally sees the many wonders of science popping up in all sorts of unexpected places across the City. Valued contributors to National Science and Engineering Week (NSEW), Science City York and partners will be holding a whole host of special events and activities spanning a variety of talks, exhibitions and hands-on activities for this ever-popular festival, now in its 13th year. Events in 2010 will centre around the NSEW 2010 theme 'The Earth'.
Public contact: For further information please contact Science City York, Tel: 01904 870047, Email science.city@scy.co.uk www.sciencecityyork.org.uk/community Press Contact: Imogen Foster, T 01904 870044 Email imogen.foster@scy.co.uk

York Literature Festival
18-28 March 2010

York Literature Festival 2010 is a celebration of nationally respected writers, as well as writers with York-connections. The festival offers workshops and open-mics as well as the chance to see famous writers talk about their work. This year's festival will see over 50 events happening across the city.

Authors involved in this year's festival include Sunday Times bestseller Kate Atkinson, Jon McGregor (If Nobody Speaks Of Remarkable Things), Jim Crace (Quarantine), Andrew Martin. There will be book launches by Rebecca Jenkins, Miles Cain and Adrienne Odasso. Local writing groups will also be in action, including York Spoken Word, Speaker's Corner, Pen to Paper Women and Words and York Poetry Society. Keen writers can hear from literary agent Judith Murray what agents are looking for, and there's a storytelling event for children and families. You can also take a guided walk around York's many sites of literary interest.

Prices vary. See programme for information. Many events are free.
Public contact: Visit www.yorkliteraturefestival.co.uk for more information. Press contact: Miles Salter, Tel: 01904 412892 or email milesinyork@hotmail.com

DIG

National Science and Engineering Week @ DIG
20 - 21 March 2010
FREE!
A weekend of activities to celebrate National Science and Engineering Week. Includes C.S.I. DIG and Kjartan Poskitt's Totally Gobsmacking Galaxy. Suitable for ages 8 and up

The Totally Gobsmacking Galaxy!
21 March 2010
2pm, DIG, FREE!
Kjartan Poskitt, author of the hugely popular Murderous Maths and Urgum the Axeman books, visits DIG to explain the size and scale of the solar system. He'll describe how gravity (as discovered by Isaac Newton) holds the moon in place, how eclipses happen and what the different planets are like. Suitable for ages 8 - 12. (A National Science and Engineering Week event).

Public contact: For more information, please telephone 01904 615505 or visit www.digyork.com
Press contact: Karen Nixon at The Partners Group, Tel: 01904 610077, email: Karen@partners-group.co.uk

National Railway Museum

Between the Lines - NRM Lectures
"Once Upon A Tide"
Wednesday 3 March 2010
Russell Hollowood, Display Content Manager at the NRM, will give a short introductory talk and tour of our new exhibition Once Upon A Tide. Admission free but numbers strictly limited. Duration: 40 minutes.

2pm, Entrance to Once Upon A Tide exhibition.

Discovery Day Saturday
13 March 2010
Fun for all the family with over 20 fantastic workshops, featuring interactive activities, tasks and demonstrations to show the fun side of science for kids and adults alike.

Cab It
20 - 21 March 2010
Step on the footplate of the mighty Duchess of Hamilton this weekend and experience the size and majesty of the jewel of our collection. To ignite childhood memories, enjoy one of the miniature railways rides with real working steam miniature locomotives or see many others on display.. You can even become a driver for a fiver and drive a real locomotive*. The NRM's popular shunter 08 class Matey will be available for you to experience the thrill of driving a locomotive in the safe environment of the NRM.

Public contact: For more information, visit www.nrm.org.uk , telephone 08448 153 139 or email nrm@nrm.org.uk Press contact: Roy Gibson, Tel: 01904 686262 Email: press.office@nrm.org.uk

York Art Gallery

Bird in The Hand
Until 28 March 2010 in the Little Gallery
This intimate exhibition takes its inspiration from a poignant installation by ceramicist Eve Bennett. It will see a range of avian themed objects and works of art, complimented by specimens of common and exotic birds.
Bennett's ceramics have personal meaning, using narrative that creates an almost whimsical and touching dialogue.

Public contact: Visit www.yorkartgallery.co.uk Tel: 01904 687687
Press contact: Lee Clark, York Museums Trust. Tel: 01904 687670 Email: lee.clark@ymt.org.uk

Fairfax House

Fortified Wines
Wednesday 3 March, 7pm
Drink connoisseurs will enjoy exploring Lord Fairfax's Cellar where expert sommelier, Richard Goodacre, will take a look at the extensive wine cellars held by Lord Fairfax. Using archival evidence and modern day equivalents, this wine tasting session will explore the topic of Fortified Wines.

Behind Closed Doors with Amanda Vickery
Thursday 18 March, 7pm
This lecture will unlock the homes of Englishmen and women to provide to provide a panoramic account of private lives in Georgian England.

Public contact: For more detailed information about any of the activities for 2010, please visit www.fairfaxhouse.co.uk , email info@fairfaxhouse.co.uk or ring 01904 655543. Press contact: Hannah Philip, tel: 01904 655543 email: hannahphilip@yorkcivictrust.co.uk or Melanie Paris, tel: 01904 647408, email: hello@melanieparis.com

Yorkshire Air Museum

Saturday 20 March 2010
‘Behind Enemy Lines' Prisoners of War and Evaders Lecture
Prisoner of War and Evaders lecture, featuring veterans who were POW's or evaders. Signing opportunity. A ticket only event.

Saturday 20 March 2010
Nightshoot!
The famous ‘Victor Nightshoot', this March joined by a WW2 Diorama - new for 2010. A unique opportunity to photograph these two aircraft in an evening setting with external / internal lighting on for dramatic effect.

Public contact: Visit www.yorkshireairmuseum.co.uk For further information, please call the Museum on 01904 608595 or e-mail: museum@yorkshireairmuseum.co.uk
Press Contact: Ian Richardson 01904 608718 or e-mail: pr@yorkshireairmuseum.co.uk

Castle Howard

Artsmix Contemporary Art and Craft Market
Sunday 28 March
Shop and browse a unique mix of up-and-coming Yorkshire-based designers and artisans selling high quality ceramics, textiles, jewellery, sculpture, paintings and fashions in the Stable Courtyard at Castle Howard. The market which is organised in conjunction with the Leeds-based Artsmix enterprise (www.artsmix.co.uk) is open 10.00am until 4.00pm with free admission.

Easter Craft and Produce Markets
Tuesday 30 March
Celebrate the arrival of spring with Castle Howard's Easter Craft and Produce Markets, which feature over 20 stalls selling a mix of handmade crafts and delicious local produce in the Stable Courtyard. Open from 10.00am until 4.00pm with free admission.

Public contact: Telephone 01653 648333 or email house@castlehoward.co.uk
Press contact: Rachel Jack, telephone 01653 648624 or email rjack@castlehoward.co.uk

North York Moors

Inspired By... Gallery
The Moors National Park Centre
4-28 March 2010
An exhibition showcasing the beauty and diversity of England's nine national parks will be on show at The Moors National Park Centre's Inspired By... Gallery from 4 to 28 March. The exhibition comprises images of the national parks submitted as part of the 2009 Landscape Photographer of the Year competition and is the first time these images will have been on show outside of London.

From the atmospheric heather moorland of the North York Moors and the iconic limestone landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales to the majestic peaks of the Lake District this is a truly stunning exhibition celebrating the diamonds in the English landscape and our interaction with them.

The Moors National Park Centre is located on the outskirts of Danby in the north of the North York Moors National Park. Entrance to the Centre and the exhibition is free of charge. For more information, call 01439 772738.

Party with the Stars
Sutton Bank National Park Centre
Saturday 6 March 2010
With dark skies and clear unpolluted air, the North York Moors National Park is an ideal spot for exploring the universe - with the help of a telescope! Wrap up warm and join experts from York Astronomical Society for a night of stargazing at Sutton Bank National Park Centre on Saturday 6 March.

There will be plenty of helpful tips to get you started and telescopes will be provided but feel free to bring your own if you have one. The Society will also be giving illustrated talks throughout the evening. The event is free and starts at 5pm. Sutton Bank National Park Centre is on the A170 between Helmsley and Thirsk.

Public contact: For more information or to book an event, telephone 01439 772738.
Press contact: Rachel McIntosh, Communications Officer - North York Moors National Park Authority, Tel: 01439 770657 Email: r.mcintosh@northyorkmoors-npa.gov.uk

Carlton Towers

Game to Eat
Saturday 6th March 2010
An evening of fine dining based on several different types of game sourced and prepared on the Carlton Towers estate giving a chance to experience meats brought from field to table in the most natural of ways. With fascinating pre-dinner and after dinner speakers.

7.30pm reception, 8pm dinner. Dress: Lounge suit. £45 per person.
Public contact: For more information or to make a reservation telephone 01405 861662.

Mothering Sunday Victorian Tea Party
Sunday 14 March 2010
3pm
A charming English tea party in the Victorian splendour of the magnificent Staterooms with a pianist and magic tricks performed at your table.

A pot of tea, selection of sandwiches, cakes, scones with clotted cream and preserves.

£14 per person, £7 for children under 14.

Public contact: For more information or to make a reservation telephone 01405 861662.

Wedding Fair: The Yorkshire Wedding Collection
Sunday 21 March 2010
10.30am until 3pm
Free admission
Planning a wedding? Come along for ideas and discuss any requirements for that special day with wedding experts. Everything needed for the big day will be here under one roof.

Public contact: Call Pat Toes on 0113 2862491 for more information.

Press contact for Carlton Towers: Paul Brice, General Manager, Tel: 01405 861662

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

Winter Abbey Tours
Saturdays & Sundays 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 27-28 March
1.30pm
Normal admission prices apply
Join a free tour to discover fascinating facts and stories about the Abbey and monks. Meet at Porter's Lodge.

World Heritage Site Tour
Saturday 13 March
10.30am
Normal admission prices apply
Take a tour to find out what makes Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal a World Heritage Site. Meet at the Visitor Centre.

Bird Watching for Beginners
Saturday 27 March
10.30am
Normal admission prices apply
An illustrated talk about equipment and photography followed by a birding walk in the grounds. Meet at the Visitor Centre.

Public contact: For further details on all events, telephone 01765 608888.

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Admission Prices:
Adult £8.25
Child £4.40
Under 5 FREE
Family £22.00

National Trust and English Heritage Members FREE

Open daily 10am-5pm
Further information, Tel: Estate Office, 01765 608888 / www.fountainsabbey.org.uk

Press contact: Jennifer Taylor, Visitor Experience and Marketing Officer. Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal, Estate Office, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 3DY. Tel: 01765 643164 Fax: 01765 601002, Email Jennifer.taylor@nationaltrust.org.uk

April Events 2010

York Open Studios
16 - 18 April 2010

Artists and makers open their doors to all! Discover what goes on behind closed doors when York Open Studios Weekend sees over 40 professional artists opening up their homes, studios and exhibitions to the public and invites them in to take a look around. Featuring York based, internationally renowned artists and makers the public can tour around the studios, view (and buy!) a range of art work in different media, chat to the artists in informal surroundings and sometimes even watch the artist at work.

Public and Press Contact: Ruth King, 01904 470196, Email: info@yorkopenstudios.co.uk or visit: www.yorkopenstudios.co.uk

DIG

The Lord Mayor's Easter Egg Hunt
3rd April
FREE!
Set out from the Mansion House on a city-wide quest for chocolate!
Public contact: For more information, please telephone 01904 615505
Press contact: Karen Nixon at The Partners Group, Tel: 01904 610077, email: Karen@partners-group.co.uk

Merchant Adventurers Hall

Spring Wedding Fair
Sunday 25 April 2010
11am - 3pm
On Sunday 25th April 2010 the Merchant Adventurers' Hall in York will be hosting a spring wedding fair from 11am-3pm in the magnificent Medieval Great Hall and Undercroft.
There will be a number of vendors exhibiting including; bridal gown specialists, suit hire, florists and photographers amongst others. The Hall will also have their dedicated catering companies on hand to talk through menu choices and to provide delicious samples of what is on offer.
Public and Press Contact: Lauren Marshall (Hall Manager) Telephone: 01904 654818 Email: hall.manager@theyorkcompany.co.uk

National Railway Museum

The NRM Goes Continental this Easter
2 - 18 April 2010

The flavour at the NRM is distinctly continental over the Easter holidays. As part of the evocative ‘Once Upon A Tide' exhibition, visitors can take a steam ride on a Harwich-Hook locomotive* from the South Yard and experience a little bit of Holland as you go. A range of entertaining learning activities based on travel to Europe are on offer daily, including story-telling for the under 6s and make-and-take crafts. Even a visit to one of the NRM's cafes will transport you to lands afar, with their internationally inspired tasty treats.

To add to the excitement, there will be fairground rides*, crazy science shows, theatre performances and lots more.

*Please note a small charge applies

Public contact: For more information, visit www.nrm.org.uk, telephone 08448 153 139 or email nrm@nrm.org.uk Press contact: Roy Gibson, Tel: 01904 686262 Email: press.office@nrm.org.uk

Fairfax House

Wines for a Georgian Cellar
Thursday 15 April 2010, 7pm
Drink connoisseurs will enjoy exploring Lord Fairfax's Cellar where expert sommelier, Richard Goodacre, will take a look at the extensive wine cellars held by Lord Fairfax. Using archival evidence and modern day equivalents, this wine tasting session will explore the topic of wines for a Georgian cellar.

Middlethorpe Hall

The English Walled Kitchen Garden
Sunday 25 April, 2pm
Presenter of the BBC series ‘The Victorian Garden' Peter Thoday will be making a special visit to talk about the history of the English Kitchen Garden, followed by a garden tour.

Yorkshire Air Museum

Thunder Day!
11 April 2010
Once again, the Blackburn Buccaneer and Victor will be thrilling the crowds with their live engine runs. Hear the thunder as these Cold War ‘veterans' are powered up live on the museum's historic site. A fantastic opportunity to see and hear these aircraft at close quarters.

Admission to all these events is at standard entry rates of £6 Adult, £5 Senior Citizens and £4 Children and include full admission to the museum and the event.

Castle Howard

Easter Craft and Produce Markets
Tuesday 6th April
Celebrate the arrival of spring with Castle Howard's Easter Craft and Produce Markets, which feature over 20 stalls selling a mix of handmade crafts and delicious local produce in the Stable Courtyard. Open from 10.00am until 4.00pm with free admission.

Castle Howard Easter Fair
Friday 2nd until Monday 5th April (Bank Holiday Weekend)
Go back in time and enjoy traditional Victorian fairground rides and games. Face painting, marching Dixie bands, the Easter Bunny and more. All activities and rides are included in your entry ticket to Castle Howard.

Artsmix Contemporary Art and Craft Market
Sunday 25th April
Shop and browse a unique mix of up-and-coming Yorkshire-based designers and artisans selling high quality ceramics, textiles, jewellery, sculpture, paintings and fashions in the Stable Courtyard at Castle Howard. The market which is organised in conjunction with the Leeds-based Artsmix enterprise (www.artsmix.co.uk ) is open 10.00am until 4.00pm with free admission.

The 7th Earl of Carlisle: A Man of Many Likenesses
Tuesday 27th April
Depicted throughout his lifetime in paintings, sculpture, cartoons, engravings and photographs the 7th Earl was a popular public figure in England and Ireland from the 1830s to the 1860s. And yet there were so many representations of him that he came to be confused with other people; just what he looked like became a mystery. This illustrated talk will chart his life and career and ask ‘just who was the 7th Earl of Carlisle?' Tickets cost £40.00 per person - for more information or to book please call 01653 648621.

Public contact: Telephone 01653 648333 or email house@castlehoward.co.uk
Press contact: Rachel Jack, telephone 01653 648624 or email rjack@castlehoward.co.uk

North York Moors

Wild living in the North York Moors National Park
Thursday 8 April 2010

Go back to basics and learn how to live free from the land on one of several survival days in the North York Moors National Park.

At The Moors National Park Centre on Thursday 8 April children can take part in a Bushcraft Skills day where they'll learn to light a fire without matches, make string from natural materials and build a variety of shelters. The day is suitable for children aged 9 to 14 and costs £15.

The Centre is also offering an action packed ‘Hideaway in the Woods' day on Friday 16 April. Trying different forms of camouflage, children can try to ‘disappear' from the rest of the group. They'll also get to build a weatherproof shelter from materials found in the woodland which will be tested to see how watertight they are! The day costs £15 and is suitable for children aged 9 to 14.

See the peaceful valley of Rosdale in a different light on a Bushcraft Walkabout on Thursday 15 April. Stopping at various locations, participants will undertake various bushcraft activities including building shelters and investigating animal trakcs and signs. The day costs £20 and is open to children aged 13 and over.

A packed lunch is required for all these events and booking is advisable to guarantee a place. Call 01439 772738 for more information.

Go Batty!
Friday 9 April
1.30pm - 3pm
It's the International Year of Biodiversity and in the North York Moors National Park there's a chance for kids to go batty! Children can find out more about the bats that live in the national park and can make a bat box to take home. The session costs £6.50 (includes materials) and is suitable for children aged 7 and over. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult.

The event takes place at The Moors National Park Centre near Danby. For more information and to book a place call 01439 772738.

Paddle power
Saturday 10 April
The River Esk starts high up on the moorland of the North York Moors National Park before wending its way through the charming villages of the Esk Valley and out to sea at Whitby. Find out about the creatures that live in the river and along its banks on a day canoeing from Ruswarp to Whitby. There will be expert instructors on hand and all equipment is provided. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

The day costs £32.50 and booking is advisable to secure a place. Call 01439 772738 for more information.

Up hill and down dale
Saturday 24 April 2010
The North York Moors National Park is a breathtaking landscape with views that will literally stop you in your tracks. One of the best ways to explore this wonderful place is on two wheels. For an introduction to some of the tracks and trails around Sutton Bank and a few expert tips and techniques, join Simon Bassindale, Senior Ranger with the North York Moors National Park Authority on one of two guided mountain bike rides taking place on Saturday 24 April.

The first is aimed at families (not suitable for children under the age of 8) and takes place in the morning. Covering four miles of quiet local roads and public bridleways this is good taster for off-road riding (green mountain bike route rating). All children must be accompanied by a paying adult and you will need to bring a bike and a helmet. The day costs £3 for adults and £2 for children.

In the afternoon, things ramp up a gear with a 15 mile route covering quite roads and woodland tracks suitable for intermediate and experienced mountain bikers (blue/red mountain bike route). The minimum age for this session is 16 and it costs £3. Bike in good working condition and a helmet are needed.

Booking is advisable for both sessions. Call 01439 772738 for more information. Sutton Bank National Park Centre is on the A170 between Thirsk and Helmsley.

Carlton Towers
Carl Wilde at Carlton Towers
Thursday 15 April 2010, 7pm

Enjoy a demonstration of spectacular floral arrangements created by Carl Wilde, Yorkshire's own highly entertaining celebrity florist and hear hilarious anecdotes of Carl's life experiences.

Plus a chance to win one of Carl's arrangements.

£15 per person. Bar available.

Public contact: For more information or to make a reservation telephone 01405 861662.

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal

Abbey Tours
Thursday 1 - Friday 30 April
Daily 11am, 1pm, 2pm
Normal admission prices apply
Join a free tour to discover fascinating facts and stories about the Abbey and monks. Meet at Porter's Lodge.

Mr Aislabie's Garden Tour
Thursday 1 - Friday 30 April
Daily 11.30am
Normal admission prices apply
Free tour taking in the grand design of the Georgian landscape including Deer Park and Water Garden. Meet at Porter's Lodge.

Good Friday Service
Friday 2 April
3pm
Normal admission prices apply
Ecumenical service in the Abbey. Everyone welcome.

Easter School Holiday Fun - Eggstrawdinary Eggs!
Friday 2 - Sunday 18 April
11am - 3pm
Normal admission prices apply
Free trails and drop in self-led activities for children in Swanley Grange.

St Mary's Church Tour
Saturday 3 April
11am
Free tour of the richly decorated Victorian High Gothic church designed by William Burges. Meet at St Mary's church.

Easter Fun Weekend
Sunday 4 - Monday 5 April
11am - 4pm
Normal admission prices apply
Easter trails, chocolate ‘eggheads', face painters, story-telling, and a Cadbury play area. Meet at Swanley Grange.

Easter Egg Eggsploits
Monday 5 April
From 2pm
Normal admission prices apply
Best decorated egg and egg rolling competitions. Bring your own decorated egg and another hard boiled egg to race. Meet on the Abbey West Green.

It's A Monk's Life
Wednesday 7 - Friday 9 & Wednesday 14 - Friday 16 April
2pm
Normal admission prices apply
Join us for a family tour of the Abbey. Dress in monks' robes and learn about their daily life. £1.50 plus normal admission. Suitable for 7s and over. Meet at the Visitor Centre.

Comic Poems
Monday 12 April
2pm
Normal admission prices apply
Come and have a laugh! Meet at Swanley Grange. Suitable for 6s and over. £1.50 plus normal admission (including refreshments). Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential, tel. 01765 643166.

Deer Park Walk
Wednesday 14 April
2pm
Normal admission prices apply
A family walk to enjoy the view of 500 wild deer in the medieval Deer Park. Meet at the Visitor Centre.

Woodland Wander
Saturday 17 April
2pm
Normal admission prices apply
A gentle walk discovering the delights of springtime trees and woodland on the estate. Meet at the Visitor Centre.

World Heritage Day
Sunday 18 April
11am - 4pm
Normal admission prices apply
A celebration of World Heritage Day. Enjoy world music, dance, and food.

World Heritage Site Tour
Sunday 18 April
10.30am
Normal admission prices apply
Take a tour to find out what makes Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal a World Heritage Site. Meet at the Visitor Centre.

St Mary's Church Tour
Tuesday 20 April
11am
Free tour of the richly decorated Victorian High Gothic church designed by William Burges. Meet at St Mary's church.

Fountains in Spring
Saturday 24 April
10.30am
Normal admission prices apply
A gentle walk to discover the delights of springtime nature around the estate. Meet at the Visitor Centre.

Public contact: For further details on all events, telephone 01765 608888.

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Admission Prices:
Adult £8.25
Child £4.40
Under 5 FREE
Family £22.00

National Trust and English Heritage Members FREE

Open daily 10am-5pm. Further information, Tel: Estate Office on 01765 608888 / www.fountainsabbey.org.uk

Press contact: Jennifer Taylor, Visitor Experience and Marketing Officer Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal, Estate Office, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 3DY. Tel: 01765 643164 Fax: 01765 601002, email Jennifer.taylor@nationaltrust.org.uk

Events running throughout March and April 2010

National Railway Museum

Once Upon a Tide - North Sea Ferry Tales
10 February 2010 to 6 September 2010
Free Admission

This new exhibition, in partnership with the National Railway Museum in the Netherlands, will use the Museum's rich poster collections to explore the past, present and future of the Harwich-Hook ferry route. Explore the personal recollections of travellers throughout over 100 years of North Sea crossings from back-packers to fine dining and family holidays. Don't miss the chance to walk onto the deck of a ‘roll-on roll-off ferry' as you see the turntable as you have never experienced it before!

Supported by Stichting NedRailways Foundation.

Public contact: For more information, visit www.nrm.org.uk , telephone 08448 153 139 or email nrm@nrm.org.uk Press contact: Roy Gibson, Tel: 01904 686262 Email: press.office@nrm.org.uk

York Art Gallery

100 Years of Gifts
6 February 2010 - 3 May 2010
This new exhibition offers a fascinating snapshot of British art of the last century.
It brings together works acquired by Yorkshire galleries with the support of the Contemporary Art Society. Paintings, sculptures and photography from a wide range of well-known British arts will be featured.
Pioneers of British Modernism such as David Bomberg, William Roberts and Henry Moore are displayed alongside all types of art up to the Young British Artists including Sarah Lucas, Gillian Wearing and Tacita Dean. The lead image is the 1921 painting The Red Turban by Patrick Roberts from Sheffield Museums.
Public contact: Visit www.yorkartgallery.co.uk Tel: 01904 687687
Press contact: Lee Clark, York Museums Trust. Tel: 01904 687670 Email: lee.clark@ymt.org.uk

Fairfax House

The Flowing Bowl
Sat 13 February - Sunday 30 May 2010
A new exhibition focusing on paintings and decorative objects, ranging from the early punch bowls and equisite silver tankards made in York, to the English glass in the John Butler collection.

York Theatre Royal

Performances throughout March and April 2010

CSI:York is a week long festival in which youth theatres from York Theatre Royal, Riding Lights Theatre Company and Edinburgh Lyceum perform crime related drama. The hour long pieces include Ursula Rani Sarma's The Spider Men, Liz Lochhead's adaptation of Dracula, Just by Ali Smith, Sophocles' Oedipus and Antigone, Bertolt Brecht's The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui and Under the Knife devised by the Lyceum Youth Theatre.

PERFORMANCE TIMETABLE
Thursday 25 March
6.45pm - Oedipus (YTR) & Just (FT)
8.30pm - The Spider Men (FT)

Friday 26 March
6.45pm - Under the Knife (YTR) & Dracula (FT)
8.30pm - Arturo Ui (YTR) & Just (FT)

Saturday 27 March
6.45pm - Oedipus (YTR) & The Spider Men (FT)
8.30pm - Arturo Ui (YTR) & Dracula (FT)

Morecambe
2-6 March 2010
Direct from the West End, Bob Golding's extraordinary portrayal commemorates the 25th anniversary of Eric Morecambe's untimely final curtain, celebrating the wonderful life of Britain's best loved comic.

Oh What a Lovely War
6-10 April 2010
A madcap orchestra of musicians, dancers, singers and clowns will come armed with sketches, songs and stories for your entertainment. Their sombre buffoonery and musical ingenuity collides with the bawdy, tough humour of the squaddies on the front line to take you on an incredible journey across Europe.

Joan Littlewood and her revolutionary company Theatre Workshop, Oh What A Lovely War is a truly original portrait of the conflict that changed the shape of our world for ever.

Public contact: For a full list of events happening at York Theatre Royal in March or April or to make a booking, visit www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk or telephone 01904 623568. All tickets can be booked online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Press contact: Rebecca Storey, Press & Media Manager, York Theatre Royal, Tel: 01904 658162, Email: rebecca.storey@yorktheatreroyal.co.uk

Grand Opera House

Jane McDonald returns for two nights in March; and Beverley Knight is back this April following the release of her new single, Soul Survivor. 2009 Mercury Award nominee Laura Marling's Uk tour will include a York date.

Comedy will be high on the agenda with stand-up from Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, John Bishop, Ricky Tomlinson, Dara O'Briain and Katy Brand.

Experience the heat and passion of a Cuban night in a breathtaking new show: Pasion De Buena Vista. Top singers and dancers from the world famous Tropicana Club in Havana plus an eight piece live band.

'One of the most gifted artist of our time' Tommy Emmanuel will display his flawless guitar skills in a dazzling performance.

The boys are back in town for three nights only! Dad's Army returns to the stage with a brand new adaptation of the classic TV sitcom, starring Leslie Grantham and Timothy Kightly, 1-3 April.

How about a good old romantic comedy? When Harry Met Sally runs from 6-10 April and stars Rupert Hill - James Baldwin from Coronation Street, and Sarah Jayne Dunn, best known for her part as Mandy Richardson in Hollyoakes. Featuring a soundtrack from Jamie Cullum, this show is the ultimate in feel-good theatre.

Public contact: For all productions at the Grand Opera House York in March and April 2010 visit www.grandoperahouseyork.org.uk Tel: 01904 678700 or to book by telephone call 0844 8472322
Press contact: Celestine Dubruel, Press Officer, Tel: 01904 678711 Email: celestinedubruel@theambassadors.com

Visit York Press Contact Details:
Kay Hyde, PR Manager, Visit York Tel: 01904 554451 Email: kh@visityork.org , Katie Porter, PR Executive, Visit York Tel: 01904 554436 Email kp@visityork.org

Public Contact Details:
York Visitor Information Centre Tel: 01904 550099 or visit www.visityork.org for details of all events happening in and around York.