Browse
|
All July Events
|
|
| |
| The Cream of Shropshire Tour |
01.06.2008 - 13.07.2008 |
|
| |
ART EXHIBITION |
 |
|
|
| This six week gallery tour will showcase some of the best Shropshire contemporary artists. The tour will include bronze sculpture by Jemma Pearson; original oil paintings by Philip Woolley and enamel work by Lesley Reynolds - plus many more. |
| |
|
| Music in the Round |
06.06.2008 - 12.09.2008 |
|
| |
MUSIC - CLASSICAL |
 |
|
|
|
| The Garden in Bloom Tour |
20.06.2008 - 31.08.2008 |
|
| |
ART EXHIBITION |
|
|
|
| This garden themed gallery tour is a celebration of all that blooms. Featured contemporary artists include Canadian, Danielle O'Connor Akiyama, British artist Lesley Reynolds and Dutch artist Jochem de Graaf. Expect to see an exciting riot of colour. |
| |
|
| Mick Gilmore, Art Students and Artist Friends |
23.06.2008 - 05.07.2008 |
|
| At: |
The Bear Steps Gallery,
St Alkmunds Square, Shrewsbury SY1 1UH |
| Tel: |
01743 872196 |
| Email: |
|
|
EXHIBITION |
|
|
|
| This is the 5th year we have exhibited together! Sales last year were up to £2,000. Visitors comment on the wide range of media and subject matter and the high quality of work on show. Judge for yourself! Open 10.00am - 4.00pm daily |
| |
|
| Art at the Bridge |
27.06.2008 - 05.07.2008 |
|
| At: |
English Bridge Workshop,
Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury, SY2 6AD |
| Tel: |
01743 361719 |
| Email: |
|
|
ART EXHIBITION |
|
|
|
| Annual exhibition of paintings ranging from abstract to traditional by a diverse group of local artists. This thriving group has been meeting at the English Bridge Workshop for five years and although styles and subjects vary there is a mutual support and respect from which everyone benefits. |
| |
|
| Summer Concert |
01.07.2008 - 01.07.2008 |
|
| At: |
Montford Parish Hall
Nr Shrewsbury |
| Tel: |
01743 741 377 |
| Email: |
|
|
MUSIC |
|
|
|
| Keith Havercroft directs music in a variety of styles from different periods, classical and modern. The hall is signed from the Shrawardine turn off the A5. Disabled access and ample parking available 7.30pm |
| More Info www.theyeomansingers.org.uk |
|
| Arthur’s Plough |
02.07.2008 - 05.07.2008 |
|
| At: |
Fordhall Farm,
Tern Hill Road, Market Drayton, TF9 3PS |
| Tel: |
01630 638 696 |
| Email: |
|
|
THEATRE |
 |
|
|
| Chris Eldon Lee's musical play about the world famous Fordhall Farm. Veteran organic farmer Arthur Hollins took his children Ben and Charlotte to every sell-out performance of the original Arthur's Plough in 1991. Now the show has been revived and much revised to tell both their pioneering stories including the recent headline-grabbing fight to save Fordhall Farm. Performed by a dozen of the very best community actors in Shropshire and "The Mere Singers" choir and featuring performing pigs, dancing microbes and plenty of organic muck, mirth and magic! Tickets can be bought online at www.fordhallfarm.com Adults £10, Concessions £7.50 |
| More Info at www.fordhallfarm.com |
|
| Mid Summer Night's Dream |
03.07.2008 - .. |
|
| At: |
Shrewsbury Castle
Castle Street, Shrewsbury SY1 2AT |
| Tel: |
01743 281 281 |
| Email: |
|
|
THEATRE |
 |
|
|
|
| The Way of the Pilgrim |
03.07.2008 - .. |
|
| |
TALK |
|
|
|
| An illustrated talk by Shrewsbury resident Brendan Mulchay, who trekked with his friend Hermann through Portugal to Santiago de Compostella in the summer of 2007. They were attempting to re-discover a mediaeval pilgrim route that had not been used for over 400 years. This will be a fascinating account of an epic journey. 7.30pm |
| |
|
| Local Food & Drink Fair |
04.07.2008 - .. |
|
| |
FOOD & DRINK |
|
|
|
| Delicious local produce in the heart of Shrewsbury, 1st Friday of every month. Award winning bacon & sausage, traditionally reared meats, herbs & fresh produce, Shropshire honey, game & smoked meats, hand made cakes and chocoaltes, farmhouse cheeses. Savour the flavour of Shropshire! 9.00am - 5.00pm |
| More info at www.heff.co.uk |
|
| The Jacques Loussier Trio |
04.07.2008 - .. |
|
| At: |
The Music Hall,
The Square, Shrewsbury SY1 1LH |
| Tel: |
01743 281281 |
| Email: |
|
|
MUSIC |
 |
|
|
| The brilliant and charismatic French pianist Jacques Loussier and his Trop present a superb evening of great music. Jacques Loussier is best remembered for his innovative jazz rendition of J. S. Bach's Air on a G String for the Hamlet Cigar advert. 7.30pm £22 / £20.50 Discounts: Members |
| Book Via www.musichall.co.uk |
|
| Darwin’s Faces of Evolution |
05.07.2008 - 05.07.2008 |
|
| At: |
Pride Hill - The Square,
Shrewsbury |
| Tel: |
|
| Email: |
|
|
PROCESSION |
|
|
|
| Procession departs Pride Hill 1.15pm and arrives at The Square 2.00pm FREE Come and see the spectacle of masks, music and sculptures to launch the Shrewsbury Darwin Celebrations. Trading Faces and Bang On! Samba band process with children from local schools and community youth groups |
| More Info www.tradingfaces.org.uk |
|
| Creative Arts Weekend |
05.07.2008 - 06.07.2008 |
|
| |
ART & CRAFTS |
 |
|
|
| Dr Gladys Mary Coles, internationally known author, will lead a day of creative writing on Saturday examining plot and characterisation. The scene will be set with a guided tour of Shrewsbury. Sunday gives participants a chance to illustrate their writing with expert tuition. |
| More Info www.thresholdscentre.co.uk |
|
| Open Art Studios - Ann McCay |
05.07.2008 - 06.07.2008 |
|
| |
OPEN STUDIO |
|
|
|
A rare opportunity to visit artists in their studios. Showing recent drawings from the market
hall, oil paintings, and examples of current commissioned portraits. 10.00am - 4.00pm |
| |
|
| Open Art Studios - Carola Fielden |
05.07.2008 - 06.07.2008 |
|
| |
OPEN STUDIO |
|
|
|
| A rare opportunity to visit artists in their studios. A selection of designs for printed textiles, relief and screen, for use as garments and small domestic objects 10.00am - 4.00pm |
| |
|
| Open Art Studios - Dave West |
05.07.2008 - 06.07.2008 |
|
| |
OPEN STUDIO |
|
|
|
| Dave West will be showing his current project called 'Indefinite Articles'. Using film (not digital manipulation) it applies the Uncertainty Principle of photography, allowing the transformation of objects and appearances, rather than seeking to define them. 10.00am - 4.00pm |
| |
|
| Open Art Studios - Jane Wilson |
05.07.2008 - 06.07.2008 |
|
| |
OPEN STUDIO |
|
|
|
| A rare opportunity to visit artists in their studios. Jane Wilson works only with reclaimed materials. The main source is discarded pianos which are dismantled and reassembled into sculptural wall panels, creating intricate patterns and kaleidoscopic forms. She also collects driftwood, plastic and glass from beaches, and occasionally uses shards of pottery found when digging in the garden. 10.00am - 4.00pm |
| |
|
| Open Art Studios - Judith Moy |
05.07.2008 - 06.07.2008 |
|
| At: |
Studio 4 English Bridge Workshops,
Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6AD |
| Tel: |
07962 593 940 |
| Email: |
|
|
OPEN STUDIO |
|
|
|
| A rare opportunity to visit artists in their studios. Judith admits that one of the advantages of growing older is that with each session at the studio she gains a little more experience and knowledge of the visual arts. She never loses her excitement of painting, print making, collage and drawing. 10.00am - 4.00pm |
| |
|
| Open Art Studios - Martin Eldridge |
05.07.2008 - 06.07.2008 |
|
| |
OPEN STUDIO |
|
|
|
| A rare opportunity to visit artists in their studios. Martin Eldridge paints figure and landscape based images and will be showing Shropshire & Welsh landscapes. Works will include watercolours, acrylics, pastels and monoprints. 10.00am - 4.00pm |
| |
|
| Open Art Studios - Martin Smith |
05.07.2008 - 06.07.2008 |
|
| |
OPEN STUDIO |
|
|
|
| A rare opportunity to visit artists in their studios. An eclectic mix of painting, batik and textiles. 10.00am - 4.00pm |
| |
|
| Open Art Studios - Mick Gilmore |
05.07.2008 - 06.07.2008 |
|
| At: |
Two Pines, Blakemores Bank,
Bayston Hill Common, Shrewsbury SY3 OED |
| Tel: |
|
| Email: |
|
|
OPEN STUDIO |
|
|
|
| A mixture of landscapes exploring colour and surface texture alongside more experimental mixed media work, life drawing and paintings. 10.00am - 4.00pm |
| |
|
| Open Art Studios - Nathalie Liege |
05.07.2008 - 06.07.2008 |
|
| |
OPEN STUDIO |
|
|
|
| Display of artwork from a current commission for church windows to be completed by October 2008 plus photos, paintings and glass for sale. 10.00am - 4.00pm |
| |
|
| Open Art Studios - Parker and Arrol |
05.07.2008 - 06.07.2008 |
|
| |
OPEN STUDIO |
|
|
|
| A rare opportunity to visit artists in their studios. Designers and makers of hand-painted fabrics. Specialists in silks and silk velvets, producing individually designed items for retail outlets, private commissions, interior designers and architects. 10.00am - 4.00pm |
| |
|
| Open Art Studios - Rod Shaw |
05.07.2008 - 06.07.2008 |
|
| At: |
32 Kemps Eye Ave,
Belle Vue, Shrewsbury |
| Tel: |
01743 248 523 |
| Email: |
|
|
OPEN STUDIO |
|
|
|
| A rare opportunity to visit artists in their studios. Rod has a fascination with landscape and legend and sees it as an unending source of material for his paintings. 10.00am - 4.00pm |
| |
|
| Open Art Studios - Russell Parry |
05.07.2008 - 06.07.2008 |
|
| |
OPEN STUDIO |
|
|
|
| Woodcarving or wood sculpture? The technique Russell Parry uses is the reductive carving of natural wood using chisels, gouges and knives. Pieces may be reliefs or in-the-round carvings, in contemporary or a range of traditional styles. 10.00am - 4.00pm |
| |
|
| Shrewsbury Green Day |
05.07.2008 - .. |
|
| |
GREEN DAY |
 |
|
|
| Live music and family-friendly educational and entertaining environmental exhibits. Free entry all day and more than 50 stalls so come along and find out more about how we can "tread more lightly" on the planet. 10am - 4pm |
| |
|
| All pegged out - on tenterhooks |
06.07.2008 - 19.07.2008 |
|
| |
ART & CRAFTS |
|
|
|
| This is an exhibition of new weaving by Jemima Janewraps. The weaver, Jan Etchells has been living and weaving in Shrewsbury for thirty years. The exhibition will showcase Jan's work with a selection of scarves, knee rugs, wraps, and woven items. 10-4pm daily |
| More Info www.jemimajanewraps.co.uk |
|
| Textel Exhibition |
06.07.2008 - 19.07.2008 |
|
| |
ART & CRAFTS |
 |
|
|
| Textel is a group of textile and mixed media artists using a variety of themes and techniques. The work is of a high standard and all the artists have qualifications in textile art. Open 10.00am - 4.00pm |
| |
|
| Piano recital by Lavinia O'Meagher |
06.07.2008 - .. |
|
| |
MUSIC |
 |
|
|
| Lavinia will play Bach-Busoni - Chaconne in D minor, Mozart - Sonata in F major, K333, Schubert * 4 Impromptus op. 90 and Chopin * Ballade no. 1 in G minor op. 26. Lavinia studied with Schoenberger and also with the renowned accompanist, Alexander Hmelnitsky, himself a pupil of Rachmaninov. Later she studied in Paris with Marguerite Long, and at the Royal Academy of Music with Harold Craxton, in London. 3.00pm £6/£4 Admission on the door or reserve tickets by phone 01743 850267 |
| |
|
| Shrewsbury Youth Theatre Summer School |
08.07.2008 - 01.08.2008 |
|
| |
WORKSHOP |
|
|
|
| Five days to devise and rehearse a piece for performance on Friday afternoon for family and friends to come and see, with SYT workshop leader, Becki-Ann. Age group: 9-14. £70 for the 5 days 10.00am – 3.00pm |
| More Info www.belmontartscentre.org.uk |
|
| Do the loop Present.. A Paddle Into The Past |
08.07.2008 - 08.07.2008 |
|
| |
BOAT TRIP |
 |
|
|
| A journey around Shrewsbury’s river loop in Canoes and Bellboats exploring the cultural history and connection between river and town. Our paddle-powered journey explores the remnants of the past and gives an insight to river life through the ages. No previous paddling experience is required. Participants should be dressed in suitable outdoor clothing and soft soled shoes. River levels may lead to date change. 7.00pm start £15 |
| More Info www.dotheloop.org |
|
| Continuing Explorations |
08.07.2008 - .. |
|
| |
TALK |
|
|
|
| An illustrated lecture by Jan Beaney, an internationally famous textile artist, hosted by the Shropshire Branch of the Embroiderer's Guild. Visitors are welcome. 7.00pm |
| |
|
| Arthur’s Plough |
09.07.2008 - 12.07.2008 |
|
| At: |
Home Farm Attingham,
Atcham, Shrewsbury, SY4 4TN |
| Tel: |
01630 638 696 |
| Email: |
|
|
THEATRE |
|
|
|
| Chris Eldon Lee's musical play about the world famous Fordhall Farm. Veteran organic farmer Arthur Hollins took his children Ben and Charlotte to every sell-out performance of the original Arthur's Plough in 1991. Now the show has been revived and much revised to tell both their pioneering stories including the recent headline-grabbing fight to save Fordhall Farm. Performed by a dozen of the very best community actors in Shropshire and "The Mere Singers" choir and featuring performing pigs, dancing microbes and plenty of organic muck, mirth and magic! Tickets can be bought online at www.fordhallfarm.com Adults £10, Concessions £7.50 |
| More Info at www.fordhallfarm.com |
|
| Quarry Concert - Katie Melua |
11.07.2008 - 11.07.2008 |
|
| At: |
The Quarry,
Shrewsbury |
| Tel: |
01743 281 281 |
| Email: |
|
|
THE QUARRY CONCERTS |
 |
|
|
| A night with Europe's current biggest selling female solo artist - for one night only, Katie Melua is in Shrewsbury. In 2003 19 year old Katie shot to the top of the UK charts with her album Call Off The Search, featuring the single Closest Thing to Crazy. She then went on to become the biggest selling female artist for the next two years. Her two albums, the second of which contained the hit Nine Million Bicycles, have sold nearly 8 million copies to date. Enjoy this picnic style concert culminating in a grand firework finale at approx. 10.30pm. Bring your own food and drink, tables and chairs. Catering and refreshments available including a bar serving soft and alcoholic beverages. 7.30pm (Gates open 6.00pm). £32.50 (£20 under 15's, free under 5's. |
| |
|
| Be….dazzled |
11.07.2008 - 12.07.2008 |
|
| At: |
The Square,
Shrewsbury |
| Tel: |
|
| Email: |
|
|
MARKET |
 |
|
|
| A Special 2-day event based around our famous Made in Shropshire ‘Fair in the Square’ but with extra PIZZAZZ. Shropshire is home and inspiration to our artists and designer makers. Come and meet them and find out how they produce merchandise with a difference. |
| More Info www.madeinshropshire.co.uk |
|
| Bayou Seco |
12.07.2008 - 12.07.2008 |
|
| At: |
The Square,
Shrewsbury SY1 1LH |
| Tel: |
|
| Email: |
|
|
MUSIC IN THE SQUARE |
 |
|
|
| New Mexican band Bayou Seco celebrate the music and dance traditions of the American Southwest by delving into the rich ‘stew’ of traditional music that’s been simmering for centuries. 11.00am - 1.00pm FREE |
| |
|
| Quarry Concert - The Magic of the 80's |
12.07.2008 - 12.07.2008 |
|
| At: |
The Quarry,
Shrewsbury |
| Tel: |
01743 281 281 |
| Email: |
|
|
THE QUARRY CONCERTS |
 |
|
|
| A show packed full of the stars from the 80s. Rick Astley, Bananarama, Midge Ure, Toyah, Heaven 17, T'Pau and Nick Heyward will be performing some of their greatest hits including - Vienna, Never Gonna Give You Up, Venus, Robert De Niro's Waiting, China In Your Hand, It's A Mystery, I Want You Back, Love Plus One, If I Was, Together Forever, Temptation, Come Live With Me, I Want To Be Free, Heart and Soul. Enjoy this picnic style concert culminating in a grand firework finale at approx. 10.30pm. Bring your own food and drink, tables and chairs. Catering and refreshments available including a bar serving soft and alcoholic beverages. 7.30pm (Gates open 6.00pm). £32.50 (£20 under 15's, free under 5's. |
| |
|
| Artistic Archaeology Festival |
12.07.2008 - 13.07.2008 |
|
| |
HERITAGE |
 |
|
|
|
| Basket Weaving Workshop |
12.07.2008 - .. |
|
| |
ART & CRAFTS |
|
|
|
| Make and take home your very own unique, versatile and beautiful basket from scratch in just one day. Learn the traditional skills of basket weaving. £40 per person – lunch and all materials included. Booking essential 10am - 4pm |
| More info at www.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk |
|
| Quiver in Summer |
12.07.2008 - .. |
|
| |
MUSIC - JAZZ |
|
|
|
| Shrewsbury Jazz Network presents Quiver, a dazzling six piece band featuring some of the most talented musicians from as far away as Australia and South America. Composer Casey Greene brings together a unique contemporary fusion of improvised jazz and Latino funk guaranteed to wow audiences and bring people to their feet. 8.00pm |
| More info at www.shrewsburyjazznetwork.co.uk |
|
| Indieco Sunday Social |
13.07.2008 - 13.07.2008 |
|
| At: |
The Quarry,
Shrewsbury |
| Tel: |
01743 281 281 |
| Email: |
|
|
MUSIC |
|
|
|
The Indieco Sunday Social is a one day indie music festival set in Shropshire’s finest outdoor venue – The Quarry, Shrewsbury. Playing host to a line up of cutting edge bands over 9 hours including Envy and Other Sins, Kid Harpoon & The Powers That Be, …and with more to be announced the Sunday Social is not to be missed. & The Official After Party – 'The Anti-Social'
10.00pm-3.00am @ The Buttermarket Expect Dj sets from bands at the festival and a few lovely surprises…lets just leave it at that for noW. |
| More Info www.www.indiecosundaysocial.co.uk |
|
| Ruth Hayward and John Arran |
17.07.2008 - 17.07.2008 |
|
| |
MUSIC |
|
|
|
| Ruth and John will give a varied recital of music for flute and piano, including Bartok’s Roumanian Folk Dances, and ranging. Ruth has lived in Shropshire for over 10 years, teaching and performing, and recently diversifying into woodwind instrument repairs. As well as performing John has composed works including concertos for flute and orchestra, and guitar and orchestra. 1.00pm £3 on the door (carers free) |
| |
|
| Red Priest - Johann - I'm Only Dancing |
18.07.2008 - .. |
|
| At: |
St Chad’s Church,
St Chad's Terrace, Shrewsbury SY1 1JX |
| Tel: |
01743 281 281 |
| Email: |
|
|
MUSIC |
 |
|
|
| Music by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 - 1750) arranged, transcribed and contorted by Red Priest. The programme highlight's Bach's wonderful ear for melody and the infectious dance spirit in so much of his work. "Extends the very limits of virtuosity*for sheer imagination it's unbeatable" BBC Music Magazine. 7.30pm |
| More Info at www.redpriest.com |
|
| Celebrating Calligraphy |
19.07.2008 - 02.08.2008 |
|
| |
EXHIBITION |
|
|
|
| An exhibition of calligraphy to celebrate Shropshire Scribe's 10th Anniversary. New work will be displayed together with examples from the past ten years. Open daily except Sundays from 10.00am to 5.00pm (Private viewing and lecture on 19 July at 2.00pm) . Free admission. |
| |
|
| Lisa Mills |
19.07.2008 - 19.07.2008 |
|
| At: |
The Square,
Shrewsbury SY1 1LH |
| Tel: |
|
| Email: |
|
|
MUSIC IN THE SQUARE |
 |
|
|
| Lisa Mills is a gifted singer, guitarist and songwriter whose blues drenched and soulfully delivered original music is clearly grounded in her Mississippi roots. 11.00am - 1.00pm FREE |
| |
|
| Robert Hardy at Battlefield 1403 |
19.07.2008 - .. |
|
| At: |
Battlefield 1403 Farm Shop, Café and Visitor Centre,
Battlefield, Shrewsbury, SY4 3DB |
| Tel: |
|
| Email: |
|
|
OFFICIAL OPENING |
|
|
|
| Battlefield 1403 is a new farm shop, café and visitor centre for the Battle of Shrewsbury. It opened to the public on April 14th and Robert Hardy will be officially opening it on 19th July, the weekend of the anniversary of the Battle of Shrewsbury. 11.00am |
| More Info at www.battlefield1403.com |
|
| Seven Centuries of Scribal Genius |
19.07.2008 - .. |
|
| |
TALK |
|
|
|
| Professor Michelle Brown will speak about when and where three great illuminated manuscripts were made, their makers and their motives, against the changing backdrop of art, culture and history of the Medieval Age. 2.00pm Prebooked tickets £5 |
| |
|
| Watercolour Workshop – a follow on |
19.07.2008 - .. |
|
| |
ART & CRAFTS |
|
|
|
| Join us to paint a Shropshire Scene in watercolour, look at techniques in greater detail, and produce your very own masterpiece to take home. £40 per person – lunch and all materials included. Booking essential 10am - 4pm |
| More info at www.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk |
|
| Mike Southern's Shrewsbury & Other Subjects |
20.07.2008 - 02.08.2008 |
|
| |
PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION |
|
|
|
| A fine assembly of original takes on Shrewsbury together with an interesting mix of other imagery. Top grade photography the digital way. |
| |
|
| Battle 2 |
20.07.2008 - 20.07.2008 |
|
| |
THEATRE |
|
|
|
| A sideways glance at the Battle of Shrewsbury with artists Lee Lewis, Ray Jacobs, Kevin Hodgetts and The Arty Party. A happening event taking place on the anniversary of the Battle. |
| |
|
| Opera in the Square - Don Pasquale |
20.07.2008 - .. |
|
| At: |
The Square,
Shrewsbury SY1 1LH |
| Tel: |
01743 281 281 |
| Email: |
|
|
OPERA |
 |
|
|
| Don Pasquale by Gaetano Donizetti and performed outdoors by the Garden Opera Company. Donizetti's comic masterpiece, has a freshness which never falters. First performed in 1843, the story rings true today as if it were minted yesterday. Sung in English, the opera sparkles with wit and the most enchanting music. 'It is deliciously funny and compassionate, and well suited to Garden Opera's style and resources. |
| More Info at www.gardenopera.co.uk |
|
| 3 Billy Goats Gruff and other furry tails |
22.07.2008 - .. |
|
| | | |
