What's on around the region
THINGS to do and see and places to go around the region over the next few days.
TODMORDEN
The next Oak over 50s 'Drop-in Friday' will take place at Central Methodist Church on June 18 from 10am until 3pm. Tai Chi sessions take place at Yew Tree Court, Walsden, on Fridays from 9.40am until 10.40am. Chair-based Dru Yoga sessions are held at Roomfield House on Tuesdays from 2-3pm. The 'Easey peasey computers' course runs on Wednesdays at the Acorn Centre. For more information, call 01706 813969.
The next Todmorden Walkabout will take place on Sunday June 20, starting at 11.15am outside Morrison's main entrance and lasting about two hours. New walkers are asked to arrive at 11am. For more information, contact walk leader Karen Andrews on 01706 819118 or Louise Castro on 01706 819617.
An Age Concern lunch club is held at Walsden Cricket Club every Tuesday at 12 noon. A two course meal, plus tea and coffee, is available for 3.25. Age Concern volunteers can collect people attending for the first time. For more information, call Rachael or Catherine on 01706 817926.
TAODS will join forces with Wardle Anderson Brass to perform 'Brassed Off' at the Hippodrome Theatre from June 22-26. The show, which is the stage adaptation of the award-winning 1996 film, follows the heart-tugging fortunes of a colliery brass band. Tickets priced 10 (concessions 8) are available from Todmorden Tourist Information Centre or by calling 07722 236837.
The Upper Calder Valley Walking Group will be going on an eight-mile 'Wolds Wander' on Wednesday June 23. For more information, contact walk leader Ann Anthon on 01422 843586 or for general information about the group, contact Brian Binns on 01706 813357.
HEBDEN BRIDGE
Guitarist Brooks Williams is the next guest in Steve Tilston's 'Trades Roots' series at the Trades Club tonight (Thursday). Other events in the coming week include Mental Elf Collective with Orkestra del Sol on Friday June 18. For more information, call 01422 845265 or visit www.tradesclub.info.
Demi Moore and David Duchovny star in 'The Joneses' at the Picture House on June 22 and 23. In the film, neighbours try to keep up with a seemingly perfect family which has just moved into the area. Also showing in the coming week is 'Shed your tears and walk away' and 'La Danse'. For more information, call 01422 842807.
'Singing for health and fun' sessions run every Tuesday at Mytholm Meadows, Church Lane, from 1-2pm. No experience is necessary. The classes are free to people aged over 50. Tea and biscuits are served afterwards. For more information, call 01422 330533 or 01422 842093.
HALIFAX
Halifax Choral Society presents a Transatlantic Summer Prom at the Victoria Theatre on Saturday June 19. Together with the Black Dyke Band, they will perform a musical medley from both sides of the Atlantic, complete with a patriotic finale. For more information, contact the box office on 01422 351158 or visit www.victoriatheatre.co.uk.
The Orchestra of Square Chapel returns to its home venue for an evening of British masterpieces on Sunday June 20. For more information, contact the box office on 01422 349422 or visit www.squarechapel.co.uk.
BRIGHOUSE
The next Calderdale Heritage Walk will explore the social and industrial history of Clifton on Sunday June 20, including the old narrow gauge rail tracks. Stout footwear is needed and no dogs are allowed on the walk. Meet John Brooke in the Armytage Arms' car park, off the A643, at 2.15pm. There will also be a walk in the village of Norland on Wednesday June 23. Meet Anne Kirker by the War Memorial opposite Norland Parish Church at 7.15pm. For more information, visit www.CalderdaleHeritageWalks.org.uk.
HUDDERSFIELD
'Sound Women' returns to the Lawrence Batley Theatre on Friday June 18 with a summer show featuring some of the best up and coming singers, songwriters, spoken word and satirical women performers. For more information, contact the box office on 01484 430528 or visit www.lawrencebatleytheatre.co.uk.
BRADFORD
'Laughter in the Rain', a brand new show based on the rise, fall and rise again of Neil Sedaka, runs at the Alhambra Theatre from June 21-26. The showbiz tale features some of the most beloved pop songs of all time. For more information, contact the box office on 01274 432000 or visit www.bradford-theatres.co.uk.
LEEDS
Swing O'Things will perform in Cross Flatts Park, Beeston, on Sunday June 20 at 2.30pm. Several other bands will perform in parks around the Leeds area on the same afternoon as part of Leeds International Concert Season's summer bands series. For more information, call 0113 2478336 or visit www.leedsconcertseason.com.
Brian Conley stars as Edna Turnblad in hit musical 'Hairspray' at the Grand Theatre from June 22 until July 3. The musical tells the story of Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair who sets out to follow her dreams, inspire her mum and win the boy she loves. For more information, contact the box office on 0844 8482705 or visit www.leedsgrandtheatre.com.
MANCHESTER
'Dreamboats and Petticoats' runs at the Palace Theatre until Saturday June 19. The musical, which includes songs by Roy Orbison, The Shadows and Chuck Berry, follows talented young musicians Norman and Bobby who compete to win the hearts of their adoring female fans. For more information, contact the box office on 0161 2456600.
SALFORD
Jaleo Flamenco comes to the Lowry on June 18 and 19. The show will feature explosive footwork, haunting singing, virtuoso guitar playing and percussive hand clapping from southern Spain with some of flamenco's finest award-winning artists. For more information, contact the box office on 0870 7875788 or visit www.thelowry.com
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Saturday 11 February 2012
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