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events for 06/06/2008

Omid Djalili Live - 08:00PM 06/06/2008
location - Theatre Royal, Nottingham
Award-winning British-Iranian comedian; star of the stage, television and film, and Edinburgh Festival record breaking comedian, Omid Djalili returns to Nottingham with his new and exciting live stand-up show. With awards including Time Out’s Best Stand Up Comedian, EMMA Award for Best Comedian and South Bank Award Nominee for Best Comedy of the Year, this is one performance not to miss. 'Simply magnificent’ Daily Mail to see clips visit http://www.seeitfirst.co.uk/boundandgagged/omiddjalili.html


Coffee, Cake and Classics! - 02:00PM 06/06/2008
location - Nottingham Central Library, Angel Row
Captivated by the Classics? What makes a classic? Which books will still be being read 100 years from now? Spend a relaxing time at Nottingham Central Library, for a discussion on the world of classic literature in celebration of World Book Day 2008. For further details contact Jane on 0115 9152813 or email jane.brierley@nottinghamcity.gov.uk


Dr Dolittle - 07:30PM 06/06/2008
location - Theatre Royal, Nottingham
Welcome to the world of Doctor Dolittle!! Brought to magical life by this country’s brightest musical entertainer, the legendary Tommy Steele stars alongside a huge company of singers, dancers, and puppeteers in this hit musical. Immortalised in the hugely popular film, Doctor Dolittle is a world-renowned veterinarian who speaks a wide array of animal languages. He sets off from his home in Puddleby-on-the-Marsh, England, in search of the Great Pink Sea Snail. Along the way, he and his friends meet such exotic creatures as the Pushme-Pullyu and the Giant Moon Moth. The Oscar Award-winning score includes the hits "If I Could Talk To The Animals.”, “I’ve Never Seen Anything Like It” and “My Friend The Doctor”. With Lavish settings and spectacular effects Doctor Dolittle is the perfect treat for all the family! Tommy Steele is the London Palladium’s all time biggest musical star after sell-out seasons there, including Singing In the Rain, Hans Christian Anderson, and Scrooge. His Hollywood hits include The Happiest Millionaire, Finian’s Rainbow and the acclaimed Half A Sixpence, which he performed in the West End and on Broadway Audio Described Performance Wednesday 11th June 2pm Captioned Performance Saturday 14th June 2.30pm


All You Need Is Love - 07:30PM 06/06/2008
location - Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham
A FAB Celebration of the Swinging Sixties! Beatlemania is Back! Join us as we take you on a magical mystery tour to the 1960’s, where peace, love and flower power ruled the day. Featuring the greatest hits from The Beatles and other 60’s icons including; The Kinks, The Rolling Stones, The Beach Boys, The Monkees, Bob Dylan, Mamas and Papas and many more!


Janette Mason Trio - 08:00PM 06/06/2008
location - Cube, Derby Dance, Chapel Street, DERBY, DE1 3GU
A versatile pianist and composer who has written for TV and film - Jonathan Ross's Saturday Zoo, Sex in The City, and performed with many leading pop and soul artists - Oasis, Pulp, Robert Wyatt, kd Lang, Mica Paris and Seal, Janette Mason is an outstanding jazz musician who refuses to stay in the jazz pigeonhole


The Seckou Keita Quartet - 08:00PM 06/06/2008
location - Assembly Rooms, Market Place, Derby, DE1 3AH
The Seckou Keita Quartet is one of the fastest growing independent bands that have captivated audiences at prestigious events such as Womad, Montreal International Jazz and London Jazz festivals. Drawing together musicians from Senegal, Italy, Egypt and The Gambia, the band has become a real treasure. Led by the experimental tunings and virtuoso kora playing of Secou Keita himself, the band creates a captivating sound with achingly beautiful melodies. £14, conessions £12, FRIENDS £11


Jane Bond is blonde and dangerous... - 08:00PM 06/06/2008
location - Nottingham Playhouse Theatre
Jane has her work/life balance sorted, juggling being a super-mum with her role as Commander Jane Bond, fighting the forces of evil armed only with a clutch bag packed with girly gadgets – oh, and going blonde helped too. Meanwhile Miss Moneypenny's gone decimal! You'll be shaken and stirred as award-winning comedy duo Maggie Fox and Sue Ryding get into Bondage in this pacy pastiche.


The Snail and the Whale - 10:30AM 06/06/2008
location - De Montfort Hall, Leicester
A new theatre experience for young children with black-light animation, magic, live music, breath-taking illusion and a well known captivating story from the award-winning picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. The snail may be small, but she ‘s determined to see the world – so she hitches a lift on the tail of an enormous whale. An unlikely partnership, but when the whale gets into difficulties he discovers just how good a friend a snail can be… Suitable for 4+ years and families. Running time 45 mins.


The Yeoman of the Guard - 07:30PM 06/06/2008
location - Assembly Rooms, Market Place, Derby, DE1 3AH
Multi award winning Derby Gilbert and Sullivan Company return from Canada with another brand new production. Tickets from £12.00.


Raw Promotions Presents at The Flowerpot - 08:00PM 06/06/2008
location - The Flowerpot, 23-25 King Street, Derby, DE1 3DZ
The Fillers. The UK's no 1 tribute to The Killers. Over 18's only. Prices: £8.00 / £7.00.


The Gate to Southwell Folk Festival - 12:00AM 06/06/2008
location - Next to the Southwell Workhouse, Southwell, Nottinghamshire
The Gate to Southwell Folk Festival An Exciting Weekend of the Best in Folk Music and Dance on a superb rural site with on-site camping, two stages, open-mic sessions, ceilidhs, craft stalls and a beer and cider festival, plus much more. Day tickets and weekend tickets available from www.southwellfolkfestival.org or 01636814411 Fri 6th -Sun 8th June 2008


Playhouse Disney Live! - 05:00PM 06/06/2008
location - Nottingham arena
For the first time, characters from four popular Playhouse Disney TV shows will be appearing together live on stage at Trent FM Arena Nottingham. Playhouse Disney Live! will be an unforgettable musical celebration taking place from Friday 6th to Sunday 8th June with seven shows running across the three days. The show brings audiences into the colourful worlds of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Little Einsteins, My Friends Tigger & Pooh and Handy Manny. So get ready – Mickey’s hosting a musical party at the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse and everyone’s invited!


Mothwatch - 07:30PM 06/06/2008
location - Green’s Windmill, Sneinton, Nottingham
Come and see the variety of moths living in our City, a number of scarce moths have been recorded recently. Weather permitting. Max 6 people. Adults and children 10 years+ Book now on 0115 6878


Simon and Oscar from Ocean Colour Scene. - 07:30PM 06/06/2008
location - The Venue, 47-49 Abbey Street, Derby, DE22 3SJ
Simon and Oscar from Ocean Colour Scene OVER 18'S ONLY


Playhouse Disney Live! - 05:00PM 06/06/2008
location - Nottingham Arena
For the first time, characters from four popular Playhouse Disney TV shows will be appearing together live on stage at Trent FM Arena Nottingham. Playhouse Disney Live! will be an unforgettable musical celebration taking place from Friday 6th to Sunday 8th June with five shows running across the three days. The show brings audiences into the colourful worlds of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Little Einsteins, My Friends Tigger & Pooh and Handy Manny. So get ready – Mickey’s hosting a musical party at the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse and everyone’s invited! The story unfolds as the Playhouse Disney Postess delivers party invitations to all of Mickey’s Playhouse Disney pals. The audience follows as the pals venture off to find music in the Hundred Acre Woods, Sheetrock Hills and all over the world, as they try to get their party started.


Patchings’ Art, Craft and Design Festival - 10:00AM 06/06/2008
location - Patchings Art Centre, Oxton Road, Nottingham
Patchings’ Art, Craft and Design Festival - A rare opportunity to see exquisite pieces of art and craft being created by over 150 exhibitors who will be demonstrating, exhibiting and selling their work. The festival will be inspirational, instructive and enjoyable. Watch the exhibitors create their work with imagination and expertise from a wide range of raw materials such as clay, stone, metal, wood, precious stones, glass, leather, textile and two dimensional media. £8 on the door, £7 pre purchased. Concessions for children, OAP’s and groups