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What's On in Ludlow in December
TODAYS DATE IS: 09 September 2010

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01 December 2010:- Poetry Café,
Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 01/12/2010
First Wednesday of every month at 7.30pm. Bring your own or your favourite poems to read and discuss in convivial company. The theme for 1 December – Delight. Gallery, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

02 December 2010:- Craft & Country Market,
Time: All Day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 02/12/2010

03 December 2010:- Keith James - The Great Canadian Songbook,
Time: 20.00 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 03/12/2010
Personal interpretations of the music of Joni Mitchell, Neil Young and Leonard Cohen. An intimate solo concert. ‘It was around 40 years ago that I became drawn to these 3 wonderful songwriters. The concert also includes some rare and never transcribed poetry by both Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen that I have, with great pain and respect, set to music’. Oscars, £12, Limited number of free tickets available to young people under 26, 2¼ hrs, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

04 December 2010:- Lau,
Time: 20.00 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 04/12/2010
Lau are a formidable trio of three (Kris Drever, Martin Green and Aidan O’Rourke) of the finest and most innovative exponents of modern traditional music in Britain today. A Lau live performance is an explosion of both traditional and self-penned songs which highlight their unique take on folk music. Auditorium, £14 (£13 concs), Limited number of free tickets available to young people under 26, 2hrs, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

05 December 2010:- Antique & Flea Market,
Time: All Day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 05/12/2010

08 December 2010:- Civic Society Lectures,
Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 08/12/2010
Forum and Christmas Party - At Palmers Hall - Monthly meetings in Oscars, open to all. Tickets available on the door. Lectures cost £2 members or £3 non-members. Become a member for £13 a year and receive the free magazine. Please call Rebecca Buteux on 01584 872 295 for more information
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

09 December 2010:- Ludlow Local Produce Market,
Time: 09.00 - 14.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 09/12/2010

www.localtoludlow.org

09 December 2010:- The Moscow Balalaika Ensemble,
Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 09/12/2010
The incredible bass Vassily Savenko appears in this thrilling concert with six handpicked soloists from the Feenist Balalaika Group, a leading band of virtuoso folk instrumentalists from Moscow. The programme is an intoxicating mix of traditional favourites including Black Eyes, The Long Journey and Troika Bells, alongside virtuosic renderings of evocative Russian melodies and songs. Auditorium, £16 (£15 concs), Limited number of free tickets available to young people under 26, 2hrs, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

10 December 2010:- Christmas Party Nights,
Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 11/12/2010
Our Christmas Party Nights are guaranteed to give everyone a great night out! Eat as much as you like from 7.30 til 9.30pm, then dance the night away to our DJ until 1am for only £19.95 per person. Individuals, couples and groups welcome, book in advance with Julie on 01584 874041. For the full buffet menu see our website. Oscars, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

10 December 2010:- Stan Tracey Trio,
Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 10/12/2010
Jazz, Incredibly the career of this legendary pianist, known as the Godfather of British Jazz, spans nearly 70 years. Tonight he will be playing with his son Clark Tracey on drums, and Andy Cleyndert on double bass. Auditorium, £15 (£14 concs), Limited number of free tickets available to young people under 26, 2hrs, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

11 December 2010:- Ludlow Music Society: Cédric Tiberghien, piano,
Time: 19:30 Venue: Moor Park, Richards Castle, Ends: 11/12/2010
A concert by the internationally celebrated French pianist including works by Chopin, Ravel and Debussy. Tickets bookable on-line. Season tickets also available - see website. £15 (students £5)
www.ludlowmusicsociety.org.uk

11 December 2010:- Treorchy Male Choir,
Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 11/12/2010
The Treorchy Male Choir have gained a record eight Eisteddford wins. Their repertoire ranges from the traditional to numbers by Freddie Mercury and Bob Marley, and the Choir has shared the stage with some of the world’s greatest entertainers. Auditorium, £18 (£16 concs) Friends 50p off, Limited number of free tickets available to young people under 26, 2hrs, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

12 December 2010:- Christmas Craft & Country Market,
Time: All Day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 12/12/2010

16 December 2010:- Late Night Shopping,
Time: 16.30 - 20.00 Venue: Ludlow - town centre, Ends: 16/12/2010

17 December 2010:- Christmas Party Nights,
Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 18/12/2010
Our Christmas Party Nights are guaranteed to give everyone a great night out! Eat as much as you like from 7.30 til 9.30pm, then dance the night away to our DJ until 1am for only £19.95 per person. Individuals, couples and groups welcome, book in advance with Julie on 01584 874041. For the full buffet menu see our website. Oscars
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

17 December 2010:- The Gandinis Festive Juggling Show,
Time: 18.00 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 17/12/2010
World Première. Tonight The Gandinis present a series of cheeky and mesmerising routines set to, and inspired by, classical music. This show includes a spectacular juggling lightshow to a new electro-acoustic piece, combining real sounds and acoustic contemporary classical music. You can sample their mesmerizing display on www.vimeo.com/1484883 Suitable for all aged 6+, Auditorium, £8 (£5 concs), Limited number of free tickets available to young people under 26, 1hr 20 mins, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

18 December 2010:- Quiver Christmas Special,
Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 18/12/2010
Hot international Latino-jazz-funk-fusion band. The eight-strong band plays the freshest, most uplifting and danceable musical explosion of percussion, drums and conga rhythms, soaring flutes, sultry saxophones, vibrant guitars and incendiary piano playing. For this concert Quiver will also be playing some Latin jazz arrangements of well loved Christmas carols. Auditorium, £10 (£9 concs), Limited number of free tickets available to young people under 26, 2hrs 20 mins, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

19 December 2010:- Antique & Flea Market,
Time: All Day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 19/12/2010

19 December 2010:- The Mediaeval Baebes,
Time: 20.00 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 19/12/2010
Taking lyrics from mediaeval texts and setting them to original scores, the Baebes offer a unique musical beauty and outstanding talent. Experience their fairytale whimsy, other-worldly enchantment, and supernatural allure this Christmas. Auditorium, £18.50 (£17.50 concs), Limited number of free tickets available to young people under 26, 2hrs, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

20 December 2010:- Santa’s Grotto,
Time: 11.00 – 14.00 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 24/12/2010
Drop in between 1..00 and 14.00 to see Santa is in his Christmas grotto, with lots of lovely presents. While waiting to see Santa, children can make Christmas decorations to make our grotto tree as pretty as possible. The Snug £3.50 per child, £10 for a family (up to 4 children), 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

20 December 2010:- Tom’s Midnight Garden,
Time: 14.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 20/12/2010
Interactive children’s musical. Philippa Pearce's magical story of a boy's encounter with the past has become a modern classic. With beautiful period costumes, an ingenious set and wonderful music from Robert Hyman, this is interactive theatre at its very best. Suitable for age 4+, Auditorium, 2.30 – 3pm audience rehearse, then 20 mins interval, 3.20 – 4.20 show, £6 (a free adult ticket with every 8 tickets purchased), Limited number of free tickets available to young people under 26, 1hr 50 mins, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

21 December 2010:- Ice Rink,
Time: see website Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 23/12/2010
A holiday special - for three days the Auditorium is turning into an Ice Rink (eco-friendly synthetic ice). The whole family can join in, there are boots to hire from child‚s size 8 to adult size 12. There‚ll be music and video projections, and loads of fun. These sessions are very popular, please book in advance. Children under 8 yrs must be accompanied by a guardian. Auditorium, £6.50 per hour (buy 9 tickets, get one free), Skaters should wear gloves. Bring your own skates if you have them. 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

23 December 2010:- Ludlow Local Produce Market,
Time: 09.00 - 14.00 Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 23/12/2010

www.localtoludlow.org

24 December 2010:- Christmas Eve Market,
Time: All Day Venue: Castle Square, Ends: 24/12/2010

29 December 2010:- Hamlet - the Comedy!,
Time: 19.30 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 30/12/2010
Oddsocks presents A 21st century tale of teenage angst. The student prince returns home for Christmas to find there’s something rotten in the state of Denmark – and it’s not just his dirty washing. It’s enough to make a teenager mad. Things will never be the same again in the Hamlet household but as this is Oddsocks, it will all be sorted out in raunchy, rebellious and rumbustious fashion, with belly laughs, singing, dancing and some rocking music. Suitable for all, Auditorium, £15 (£14 concs, £7 under 18s), Limited number of free tickets available to young people under 26, 2½ hrs, 01584
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

31 December 2010:- New Year with Ricky Cool and the Hoola Boola Boys,
Time: 20.00 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 31/12/2010
Food served 8 – 9.30pm, Dancing until 1am. See in the New Year with a fantastic night out dancing to one of our best local bands. There’ll be a slap-up, sit-down three course dinner, and this is a chance to really dress up and look gorgeous – there’ll be a prize for the Best Dressed. 'Just let the Hoola Boola re-ignite your smile'. Suitable for age 18+, Auditorium, £40 (£35 concs), 5 hrs, 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

31 December 2010:- SLICK Lounge New Year Special,
Time: 20.00 Venue: Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Ends: 31/12/2010
8pm – 1am. Ring out the old year, and ring in the new at this special, tinselly SLICK Lounge. There’ll be a buffet, music and lots of dancing for a great start to the year. Oscars, £10 (£8 concs), 01584 878141
www.ludlowassemblyrooms.co.uk

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