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What's On in Ludlow in March
TODAYS DATE IS: 10 March 2010
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01 March 2010:- Nowhere Boy (15),

Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow assembly Rooms, Ends: 04/03/2010
Borderlines Film Festival Dir: Sam Taylor-Wood, UK, 2009, 97 mins
A portrait of John Lennon’s teenage years, and the turmoil that ensues when his mother, who abandoned him in early childhood, reappears in his life. His loyalties are divided between his uptight Aunt Mimi (Kristin Scott Thomas), who brought him up, and his newly discovered, fun-loving mother (Ann-Marie Duff). 01584 878141
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03 March 2010:- Poetry Cafe,

Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 03/03/2010
First Wednesday of every month at 7.30pm. Bring your own or your favourite poems to read and discuss in convivial company. The themes are: 3 March - Wrongdoing Gallery
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04 March 2010:- Craft & Country Market,

Time: All Day Venue: Castle Square, Ludlow, Ends: 04/03/2010

05 March 2010:- Carpentry Workshop,

Time: 13.00 Venue: Friars Walk Workshop, Ends: 05/03/2010
Learn basic carpentry skills, using reclaimed wood to make a bird box. Suitable for age 16+, This workshop will take place at the Friars’ Walk workshop, Ludlow. Duration 3hrs, Please book by Friday 26 February, £12, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

05 March 2010:- Love and Taxes,

Time: 20.00 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 05/03/2010
Remember when thousands of people stood together to protest against the introduction of the Poll-Tax? This new live literature piece recalls, using fiction, song and film, the brave days of defiance, and the friendship and human stories that changed the political landscape in England. Suitable for age 12+, Oscars, £6 (£5 concs), Llimited number of free tickets available to young people under 26, Duration 45 mins, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

05 March 2010:- The Road (15),

Time: 17.00 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 05/03/2010
Borderlines Film Festival Dir: John Hillcoat, USA, 2009, 111 mins
A chillingly convincing adaptation of Cormac McCarthy’s Pulitzer prize-winning novel about a father and son travelling a grey, barren road on foot, seeking sanctuary in an America which has suffered an unnamed disaster. The film eschews apocalyptic special effects, focusing on the relationship between father and son (Viggo Mortensen and Kodi Smit-McPhee). 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

05 March 2010:- Treeless Mountain (PG),

Time: 20.00 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 05/03/2010
Borderlines Film Festival Dir: So Yong Kim, USA/South Korea, 2008, subtitled, 89 mins
When Jin and Bin are sent off to stay with their less-than-enthusiastic aunt, their mother promises to return when their piggy bank is full. Left to their own devices, the little girls display all the extraordinary resourcefulness and resilience that children are capable of. This semi-autobiographical story is heart-breaking, tender and moving, and a wonderful evocation of what it is to be a child. 01584 878141
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06 March 2010:- An Audience with Michael Portillo,

Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 06/03/2010
The controversial former MP for Kensington and Chelsea is currently a successful TV regular and columnist. Michael Portillo shares his experiences and his many fascinating stories, and takes audience questions. Auditorium, £16 (£15 concs), Limited number of free tickets available to young people under 26, Duration 2 hrs, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

07 March 2010:- Antique & Flea Market,

Time: All Day Venue: Castle Square, Ludlow, Ends: 07/03/2010

07 March 2010:- The Road (15),

Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 07/03/2010
Borderlines Film Festival Dir: John Hillcoat, USA, 2009, 111 mins
A chillingly convincing adaptation of Cormac McCarthy’s Pulitzer prize-winning novel about a father and son travelling a grey, barren road on foot, seeking sanctuary in an America which has suffered an unnamed disaster. The film eschews apocalyptic special effects, focusing on the relationship between father and son (Viggo Mortensen and Kodi Smit-McPhee). 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

07 March 2010:- Treeless Mountain (PG),

Time: 17.00 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 07/03/2010
Borderlines Film Festival Dir: So Yong Kim, USA/South Korea, 2008, subtitled, 89 mins
When Jin and Bin are sent off to stay with their less-than-enthusiastic aunt, their mother promises to return when their piggy bank is full. Left to their own devices, the little girls display all the extraordinary resourcefulness and resilience that children are capable of. This semi-autobiographical story is heart-breaking, tender and moving, and a wonderful evocation of what it is to be a child. 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

08 March 2010:- Still Walking (U),

Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 09/03/2010
Borderlines Film Festival Dir: Hirokazu Koreeda, Japan, 2009, subtitled, 114 mins
A subtle, understated study of a family, assembled to commemorate a loss. They observes tradition - visiting the grave, preparing and eating lunch together - but underneath the ritual, unspoken feelings and concealed undercurrents abound. 01584 878141
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09 March 2010:- An Evening of Clairvoyance,

Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 09/03/2010
with Beverly Williams. This renowned clairvoyant’s reputation is growing, and she has appeared in numerous newspapers and magazine features as well as Fate and Fortune magazine, Radio and TV. Beverly’s spiritual work brings comfort, love and peace through her evidence to the relatives and friends who have been left behind. Oscars, £10 in advance or £12 on the door, Duration 2½ hrs, 01584 878141
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10 March 2010:- Its Complicated (15),

Time: 10th 19.30, 11th 14.00 & 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 11/03/2010
Dir: Nancy Meyers, USA, 2009, 120 mins
Meryl Streep is terrific in this lighthearted romantic comedy about love and marriage. She plays Jane, a mother-of-three, who hooks up with her ex-husband, Jake, now married to a much younger woman, at their son’s graduation. One thing leads to another, and suddenly Jane finds herself in the very enjoyable situation of being courted by two men (Alec Baldwin and Steve Martin). 01584 878141
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11 March 2010:- Continental Market,

Time: All Day Venue: Castle Square, Ludlow, Ends: 13/03/2010

11 March 2010:- Ludlow Local Produce Market,

Time: 09.00 - 14.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ludlow, Ends: 11/03/2010

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12 March 2010:- Sing-a-long-a Hairspray,

Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 12/03/2010
A screening of the hit 2007 film with subtitles so everyone can join in this wild, noisy, fun-filled experience. Dance in the aisles, boo Velma and be amazed at John Travolta’s fat suit. Starring John Travolta, Michelle Pfeiffer and your own live host, who will lead you through all the special magic moments. Fancy dress not obligatory but highly recommended – prize for the best! Auditorium, £15 (£14 concs, £10 under 16s), Limited number of free tickets available to young people under 26, Duration 2hrs 45 mins, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

13 March 2010:- Courtney Pine,

Time: 20.00 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 13/03/2010
Reviewed as some of his best work to date, this music was composed and evolved through a series of intimate shows. Pulling together a heavyweight musical line-up that draws influences from Africa, the Caribbean, South America and Europe, the set is steeped in the legacy of jazz, and reflects their collective musical heritage. Auditorium, £25 (£24 concs), Limited number of free tickets available to young people under 26, Duration 2 hrs, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

14 March 2010:- Sherlock Holmes (12A),

Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 16/03/2010
Dir: Guy Ritchie, USA, 2009, 128 mins, A rip-roaring comedy adventure featuring Robert Downey Jr, as Sherlock Holmes (which won him the Golden Globe for best comedy actor), and Jude Law as Watson. Amid a beautifully realized Victorian London, Holmes and Watson engage in a series of fights, rescues, escapes and revelations as they tackle a conspiracy of national proportions. 01584 878141
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14 March 2010:- Spring Market,

Time: All Day Venue: Castle Square, Ludlow, Ends: 14/03/2010

17 March 2010:- Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll (15),

Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 18/03/2010
Dir: Mat Whitecross, UK, 2010, 115 mins Andy Serkis (remember him as Gollum?) gives a tour-de-force performance as Ian Dury, the anarchic rock singer. The film explores what shaped Durie’s complex character – aggressive, angry and egotistical, as well as witty, charming and lovable – the greatest impact undoubtedly being the polio which dominated his childhood and education. 01584 878141
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17 March 2010:- The Magnificent Flying Machine,

Time: 13.30 & 16.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 17/03/2010
Puppet theatre. Have you ever dreamed of having wings? Follow the wacky adventures of Prof. Bix Horn as he flies by the seat of his pants and tries to build a flying machine out of the most unlikely things. Will he capture the beautiful Harpy Bird soaring above? Beautifully crafted puppets, a bowler hat and a trumpet, take you on a hare-brained journey of a lifetime... Suitable for age 4-11 yrs, Oscars, £5 (£4 concs), Limited number of free tickets available to young people under 26, Duration 45 mins, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

18 March 2010:- Food Inc (PG),

Time: 14.00 & 20.00 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 18/03/2010
Dir: Robert Kenner, USA, 94 mins, 2008 Based on Michael Pollan’s book An Omnivore's Dilemma, this documentary reveals how the reality of food production in America is as far removed as you can imagine from the reassuring images (idyllic pastures and barns, cows grazing contentedly on rich pasture, etc) pushed out by the industry. 01584 878141 This is a DVD screening is Oscars
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19 March 2010:- Gareth Owen and Virg Clenthills with Comfort of the State,

Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 19/03/2010
Gareth Owen presents an evening of poetry, comedy and heart-twanging country music with legendary Country star Virg Clenthills, backed by his band Comfort of the State. Suitable for age 11+, Oscars, £7 (£5 concs), Limited number of free tickets available to young people under 26, Duration 2hrs 15 mins, 01584 878141
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20 March 2010:- Chi2 - Monkey King,

Time: 20.00 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 20/03/2010
Chi2 have created a musical cocktail of traditional and modern sounds. They fuse together Beijing opera, acoustic and electric instruments, digital media to create a stunning show. Based on 16th century Chinese epic novel, Monkey: Journey to the West (remember the cult TV series?) and celebrates the richness of Beijing Opera, re-interpreted for the modern day. Auditorium, £15 (£14 concs), Limited number of free tickets available to young people under 26, Duration show 1hr, with Q&A afterwards, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

20 March 2010:- Concert: Ludlow Music Society,

Time: 19:30 Venue: Moor Park near Ludlow, Ends: 20/03/2010
A concert by Paul Lewis, piano. Music by Mozart, Schumann (Fantasie Op.17), Liszt, Beethoven (Waldstein Sonata). Tickets £14 at the door. Children and students £3.50. Details 01584 876141
www.ludlowmusicsociety.org.uk

21 March 2010:- Antique & Flea Market,

Time: All Day Venue: Castle Square, Ludlow, Ends: 21/03/2010

21 March 2010:- Up in the Air (15),

Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 24/03/2010
Dir: Jason Reitman, USA, 2009, 109 mins The director of Juno scores another hit with this film, nominated for six Golden Globes including best film, best director and best actor. George Clooney flies to wherever he’s needed, and fires people. It’s a great job – he’s providing a valuable service doing what nobody else wants to do – and the nomadic lifestyle suits him just fine. If only his pretty new assistant would stop having bright ideas about how to improve things…..01584 878141
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25 March 2010:- Des O'Connor,

Time: 16.00 & 20.00 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 25/03/2010
Des is a world-class star and ultimate entertainer. Don't miss this rare opportunity to see a true showbusiness legend live on stage for a wonderful afternoon or evening of comedy, laughter and music. Auditorium, £30 (£27 concs), Limited number of free tickets available to young people under 26, Duration 2 hrs, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

25 March 2010:- Ludlow Local Produce Market,

Time: 09.00 - 14.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ludlow, Ends: 25/03/2010

www.localtoludlow.org

26 March 2010:- Captain Corelli,

Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 26/03/2010
With live music on mandolin (and several other instruments), Mike Maran brings this epic tale of love and war to the stage with two chickens, two aubergines, three puppets, and a goat. Funny, sad, uplifting and thoroughly entertaining theatre, a must for anyone who has read Louis de Bernières' extraordinary novel and the perfect introduction if you haven't!
Auditorium, £12 (£10 concs), Limited number of free tickets available to young people under 26, Duration 2 hrs, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

27 March 2010:- Johnny Cash Roadshow,

Time: 7.30pm Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 27/03/2010
Johnny Cash tribute band, Clive John is back celebrating the music of one of America’s greatest performers. An energetic and entertaining show for all to enjoy, whether already a Johnny Cash fan or not. Featuring many of the artist's classic tracks from the San Quentin and Folsom Prison concerts right up to Hurt. A handful of Clive's own chart-topping songs are also included. Auditorium, £15 (£13 concs), Limited number of free tickets available to young people under 26, Duration 2.5 hrs, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

27 March 2010:- Ludlow Choral Society Concert,

Time: 19.30 Venue: St Laurence, Ends: 27/03/2010
Requiem aeternam, Fauré Requiem, Rutter Requiem. Ludlow Choral Society. Edwina Coward Soprano, Peter Dyke Organist, Patrick Larley Conductor. Tickets: £15, £12 & £8; children half-price
www.ludlowchoral.org.uk

27 March 2010:- Requiem aeternam,

Time: 7.30pm Venue: St Laurence's Church, Ludlow, Ends: 27/03/2010
Faure - Requiem; Rutter - Requiem. Ludlow Choral Society: Edwina Coward, Soprano; Peter Dyke, Organist; Patrick Larley, Conductor. Tickets £15, £12 & £8, U16s half price from tickets@ludlowchoral.org.uk
www.ludlowchoral.org.uk

28 March 2010:- Precious (15),

Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 29/03/2010
Dir: Lee Daniels, USA, 2009, 110 mins Believe the hype – this film really is worth it. It’s the story Precious Jones, an overweight, illiterate African American teenager, pregnant for the second time, who finally gets a break when offered a place at an ‘alternative’ school. Her family circumstances are harrowing, but education empowers Precious to get a grip on her life in a truly inspiring way. Starring Gabourey Sidibe as Precious, and Mo’nique as her mother-from-hell, both nominated for Golden Globes. With Lenny Kravits and Mariah Carey. 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

28 March 2010:- Sunday Craft & Country Market,

Time: All Day Venue: Castle Square, Ludlow, Ends: 28/03/2010

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