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events for 16/08/2008

Pinocchio - 05:00PM 16/08/2008
location - Newstead Abbey, Newstead Abbey Park, Ravenshead, Nottingham
A performance of this family classic in the stunning grounds of Newstead Abbey.


Deadly Nightcap by Francis Durbridge - 08:00PM 16/08/2008
location - Theatre Royal, Nottingham
Having killed his brother-in-law, Jack persuades his girlfriend to help kill his wife. However, Jack's plan goes horribly wrong. Mystery and murder abound in this inventive play from one of the masters of the thriller genre. With more suspects, motives and plot-twists than you can aim a gun at, this classic thriller will have you guessing to the end... Sat 16th Aug 5.00pm - Audio Described Performance


Fine Foods Market - 10:00AM 16/08/2008
location - Old Market Square, Nottingham
Give your taste buds a treat by experiencing the very best in local produce at the Fine Food Market. Held monthly, these two day markets feature stalls offering a variety of food and drink coordinated by local organisation, East Midlands Fine Foods.


Lawrence and the Great War - 10:00AM 16/08/2008
location - Nottingham Castle, Friar Lane, Nottingham
David Herbert Lawrence, Nottingham’s most famous author was too ill to fight during WW1, yet he and his German wife, Frieda lived through the conflict. Join the Birmingham Pals and D.H Lawrence Heritage to explore what life was like during the war. A camp in the castle grounds will be manned by a troop of soldiers and nurses while Lawrence and his wife will be talking about their persecutions and cameos that will bring history to life.


Gliders - 10:30AM 16/08/2008
location - Green's Windmill, Sneinton, Nottingham
Come along and make a glider out of card then try it out. Suitable for 7 years+. Book now on 0115 9156878


Horrible Histories - 10:30AM 16/08/2008
location - Theatre Royal, Nottingham
The Theatre Royal Nottingham and the Birmingham Stage Company are proud to present HORRIBLE HISTORIES NOTTINGHAM. It's Nottingham history with the nasty bits left in! Written especially by Terry Deary, this fantastic live show will provide a foul but fascinating tour of the city’s savage sites, from the rotten Romans to the vile Victorians, and stars that ruthless rascal Robin Hood.