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events for 24/07/2008

Much Ado About Nothing - 06:00PM 24/07/2008
location - Nottingham Castle, Friar Lane, Nottingham
A performance of this shakespearean comedy in the beautiful grounds of the city’s landmark, Nottingham Castle.


Robin Of Sherwood - 07:00PM 24/07/2008
location - Theatre Royal, Nottingham
Theatre Royal Nottingham and The Royal Company present Robin of Sherwood by Michael Morpurgo adapted for the stage and directed by David Longford designed by Lindsey Bradford music composed and performed by OPUS “Welcome to Sherwood Forest. We have been expecting you for some time” Living amongst the ancient woodland of Sherwood Forest, young Robin Hood has to quickly deal with the pain and injustice served by the wicked Sheriff of Nottingham. Accompanied by Friar Tuck, Little John, Marion and others, Robin becomes the warrior leader of the Outcasts, determined to bring good King Richard back to the English throne and to triumph over the evil Sheriff.


Eurobeat - 08:00PM 24/07/2008
location - Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham
The hilarious world of the Eurovision Song Contest LIVE on stage! Grab a flag and a clacker, face the front and cheer just like a real Eurovision nutcase as ten countries compete… then text in your vote on the night because the audience decides who wins! Introduced on screen by Sir Terry Wogan, the king of Eurovision, this impressively staged award-winning musical is only a handful of sequins away from whipping up a frenzy in the West End. See it now and experience the LIVE euro-phoria that is EUROBEAT.


SUMMER SCHOOL: Life Size Model Making - 10:00AM 24/07/2008
location - Lakeside Arts Centre, University Park, Nottingham
For ages 7-10 years. Wow your friends and family by creating life-size models using mixed-media. The resultant works of art will be proudly displayed in the Angear Visitor Centre (next to the Djanogly Art Gallery) until 22 August!


Justin Moorhouse Funhouse Comedy - 08:00PM 24/07/2008
location - The Blessington Carriage, 11-17 Chapel Street, Derby, DE1 3GU
Edinburgh Festival Preview Special. Comedy from star of Phoenix Nights and 8 out of 10 cats Justin Moorhouse plus Guests. Compere Spiky Mike. Prices Adult £5 advance Adult £6 NUS £4 on door


HAYSEED DIXIE - 07:30PM 24/07/2008
location - The Assembly Rooms - The Great Hall
All tickets £15.00 STANDING ONLY PLEASE NOTE, THIS EVENT IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR UNDER 14'S. In February, 2008 Hayseed Dixie released their new and seventh album, appropriately titled “No Covers,” and will also be starting a new world tour. "No Covers" features 14 new and original tracks about Drinking, Cheating, Killing, and Hell! Barley Scotch says, "We ain't even started drinking yet. We've just been on a recon mission so far. Now we know where the party people around the world are, and we're coming back to close the deal." A promise, no doubt!


Styling Project 1 - 10:00AM 24/07/2008
location - Nottingham Castle, Friar Lane, Nottingham
Drawing inspiration from portrait paintings in the collection, and picking up on the ’drama and dressing up’ themes of Laura Knight at the Theatre, fashion designers and photographers based in Nottingham have created a series of directional fashion images.


Toot Hill Summer School - 09:00AM 24/07/2008
location - Toot Hill School, The Banks, Nottingham
Summer School offering art, dance, drama activities for children aged 4 - 16 years. 1 day workshop - Family Art Day (4-11 years)- children attend with parents for day of arts / crafts. 2 day workshops for 8-16 year olds: Digital Art, painting on canvas, critical thinking, master chef, graffiti art, jeweller making, film making, fashion - working with dance, drama / musical and science.


Beyond the Sea, Story Making - 02:00PM 24/07/2008
location - Nottingham Castle, Friar Lane, Nottingham
Become a story detective with Ruth Dawes and explore the Beyond the Sea Gallery to create unique stories. Suitable for 3 -8 years, children must be accompanied by an adult.


Hayseed Dixie - 07:30PM 24/07/2008
location - The Assembly Rooms - The Great Hall
All tickets £15.00 STANDING ONLY PLEASE NOTE, THIS EVENT IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR UNDER 14'S. In February, 2008 Hayseed Dixie released their new and seventh album, appropriately titled “No Covers,” and will also be starting a new world tour. "No Covers" features 14 new and original tracks about Drinking, Cheating, Killing, and Hell! Barley Scotch says, "We ain't even started drinking yet. We've just been on a recon mission so far. Now we know where the party people around the world are, and we're coming back to close the deal." A promise, no doubt!


British Open Wheelchair Tennis Championships - 09:00AM 24/07/2008
location - Tennis Centre, University Boulevard, Nottingham
The City of Nottingham Tennis Centre welcomes the 19th British Open championships. It’s one of four tournaments on the global NEC Wheelchair Tennis Tour to have Super Series status - the equivalent of a Grand Slam. Please confirm times prior to event.


Team Read Summer Reading Challenge - 10:30AM 24/07/2008
location - Wollaton Library, Bramcote Lane, Nottingham
Don’t just sit there - get reading! Check out your local library and take up the Summer Reading Challenge: Read 6 books this summer, Collect stickers and rewards, Receive a medal and certificate. Fun activities for children of all ages. Join us today at Wollaton Library for stories, crafts and some special guest too! Ask your local library staff for details on activities and how to get involved in Team Read.


Parklife - 11:00AM 24/07/2008
location - Melbourne Park, Melbourne Road
Have fun at your local community Parklife event this summer. There are lots of activities for you to try: sports, dance, face painting, art workshops, climbing walls plus much more.