The highly awaited return of China’s greatest circus featuring the first UK appearance of the formidable Shaolin Warrior known only as “The One” sourced specifically by Director Phillip Gandey.

This unique extravaganza showcases only the best in entertainment; witness acrobats defying gravity in an array of elaborate, explosive and highly choreographed presentations of power, poise and agility.

‘Yin Yang’ will not only keep the audience on the edge of their seats but show the more delicate and beautiful side of Chinese tradition with the silk aerial act, parasol juggling, eye catching Lion Dance and the amazing legendary ‘Bicycle Act’ in which 10 talented artistes manoeuvre onto a single bicycle.

Witness the unpredictable and exhilarating twists of foot juggling with drums, the famous Chinese poles, the sensational contortionist and the dynamic hoop divers with their amazing somersaults, leaps and jumps which all go towards completing this action packed programme.

Every sensational act flows into sensational act without narrative and accompanied by a captivating and atmospheric all girl group of live musicians.

Suitable for an audience of all ages, with evocative sets, soaring musical score and extravagant new costumes that will entertain the entire family long after the final curtain falls!
Don’t miss this stunning production that features the most daring, breath-taking and thrilling artistes to tour the UK.
Take a new look at the world’s greatest circus!

Darlington Civic Theatre
Parkgate
Darlington
DL1 1RR
info@darlingtonarts.co.uk

Dates: 12/03/2012 to 14/03/2012
Performance: Mon 8pm, Tues & Wed 5pm & 8pm
Prices: Tickets £15 – £25, family ticket £45 – £70, groups 1 free ticket with every 10 booked

Discount: Discounts available including 20% off on first night

To book:
Box Office: 01325 486555
http://www.darlington.gov.uk/NewCulture/EventsDetails.htm?EventID=159836

Featuring the Jiving Lindy Hoppers & Harry Strutters Hot Rhythm Orchestra.

Take a step back into 1920s New York City and through the doors of Harlem’s hottest nightclub, The Cotton Club!
An action-packed show celebrating the music, dance, and songs of the Cotton Club – New York City’s famous nightclub of the 1920s and 30s.

Performances by Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Cab Calloway, Ella Fitzgerald and Fats Waller would have had the club swinging, whilst dancers such as Bojangles Robinson and the Nicholas Brothers lit-up the stage with their breathtaking routines.

The exciting music and dance routines of the era are recreated by The Jiving Lindy Hoppers dance company and Harry Strutters Hot Rhythm Orchestra!

Choose from fresh, inspiring fish dishes and hearty, comforting classics. Delicately light seabass? Or slow-cooked summer lamb shank, perhaps? Either way, The Old Farmhouse’s latest seasonal menu makes for ideal country pub eating throughout the warmer months.

The biggest and best Halloween Firework event in the region takes place on Friday 28th October.

TFM are thrilled to announce that the biggest and best Halloween Firework event in the region takes place on Friday 28th October and you can be there!

The venue will be South Park, Darlington and promises a fun-filled evening of family entertainment – including fairground rides, fancy dress competitions, food and drink outlets, and TFM Radio presenters will be live on the big stage entertaining you throughout the night.

And if that’s not enough, TFM are bringing special guest stars Chipmunk, Blue and SIX D to perform LIVE at the show!

Chart topping Chipmunk was nominated for 2 MOBO awards and the BBC Radio 1 Teen award this September which adds to his collection of MOBO awards already won. Born in Tottenham, London he has performed with the likes of JLS and is about to embark on a tour with Snoop Dog. He will be performing all his top hits including ‘Chip Diddy Chip’, ‘Until you were Gone’ and ‘Oopsy Daisy’ live on our big stage!

The original boy band BLUE will also be taking to the stage to perform their biggest and best well known classic hits. Simon Webbe, Lee Ryan, Duncan James and Antony Costa will have you signing along to all of their MASSIVE hit songs including ‘All Rise’, ‘One Love’ and ‘Sorry seems to be the Hardest Word’

SIX D are currently storming the charts with ‘Best Damn Night’ and combine their singing skills with some nifty footwork. They currently feature on the X Factor talk talk adverts and were seen over the summer on Channel 4′s Street Dance Series.

The evening then culminates in an amazing Spooktastic fireworks display set to your favourite spooky tunes including music from Harry Potter, Fantasia and Thriller.

Gates open at 5.30pm with the stage opening at 6pm and comes on stage at 7.30pm with the fireworks taking place at 8.15pm.
TFM are offering a limited amount of family tickets available at just £20 – a fantastic £8 discount which includes 2 adults and 2 children standard admission– but book now because once they’re gone, they’re gone!

Regular ticket prices are £8 for over 16s and £6 for 4-15 year olds. There is no charge for under 3s, although due to the volume of the stage and firework display we would not recommend this show for children under the age of 3. All under 16s must be accompanied by an adult – with a maximum of three children per adult.

A limited number of exclusive ‘Golden Circle’ tickets are being made available in an area directly in front of the stage and if you want the best view of the stage and you want to be up close and personal to the fantastic acts you must book now! Tickets are £17 for adults and £15 for 3-15 year olds

Tickets available at www.tfmradio.com

Doors open at 6.45 and the show starts at7.30, first on stage will be comedian Mick Monroe from Middlesbrough.  Following Mick will be Cold Place, a fantastic tribute band to Cold Play, then the final performance will come from The Jam’d a tribute act to The Jam.

This is an evening consisting of 4 hours of live entertainment, with proceeds supporting Alzheimer’s Society.

Tickets cost £12.50 per person and can be obtained directly from The Dolphin Centre, or you can e-mail Chris Cole atchriscole@ntlworld.com or telephone 01325 245651. This should be a fantastic night!

Wednesday mornings at St. Joseph’s Parish Hall, Richmond – 10am – 12noon

Wednesday afternoons at Great Smeaton Village Hall – 2pm – 4pm

A complete course in watercolour landscape painting starts on 7^th September 2011

Courses run for 10 sessions; the duration of each session is 2 hours. All courses feature full tuition with demonstrations. Printed information sheets and full on-line support are also provided. Applicants will be advised of required Art Materials and Equipment on application (Materials are not included in the fee).

FEES:
The cost per person is £89 (for 10 sessions)

To book a place:

Telephone: 01748 822857

Or book online at www.peterwoolley.co.uk

The August Bank Holiday weekender features ska, blues and tribute acts across its two stages.

On Saturday we begin at noon, a great day of Rock and R&B.

Sunday has a tint of SKA, Northern Soul, Mod and contemporary amongst the line-up.

On Monday organisers will have a free area with games and inflatables for children.