REVIEW: Christmas comes early with The Nutcracker at Milton Keynes Theatre
There are many different versions of this seasonal ballet but the magical music is timeless and immediately evokes feelings of anticipation, enjoyment, excitement, adventure and beauty. Superbly played by English National Ballet Philharmonic, the familiar compositions envelop audience members in a blissful ballet bubble from the overture right through to the finale....
The Cornerstone Chamber Choir & Orchestra celebrate St Ceciliastinse, Advent and St Nicolastide
Cecilian odes in the Baroque era were conceived as ‘occasional’ works and normally expected to receive just a single performance, but Handel’s 1739 offering Ode on St Cecilia's Day proved such a hit that it was hastily scheduled for a further six performances in the same season!...
Festive Fayre: Whitespace Studio with gifts galore and vegan and sweet treats
Shoppers can purchase unique gifts in the studio, with boutique stalls offering handmade cards, a range of vegan and sweet treats, soaps and candles from Green Town, bespoke yoga relaxation aids from Yoga Made, Woo's handmade jewellery and yummy vegan street food from A Vegetative State....
Visit Towcester for a more imaginative Christmas shopping trip
If you want to treat your nearest and dearest this Christmas, but are keen not to go down the 'socks and plonk' route, a visit to Towcester Town Hall this weekend could be a good call....
Festive Road announces new gallery shop opening in Milton Keynes
There will be textiles, sculpture and work by many MK based artists, as well as contributions from associates of Festive Road across the region. Much of the art work has been created from recycled materials and depicts animals ...and fantastical creatures of all kinds made out of familiar objects!...
The annual Wolverton Lantern Parade is nearing - and the last of the lantern workshops is set for this Sunday
Highlights this year include giant willow and paper creations from Bushfield and Wyvern Schools, The Square will be lit and decorated by Greenleys First School, and an after school club at Greenleys Junior School will set the streets alight. ...
