Looking for things happening in and around Hereford?
We've compiled some upcoming events to keep all the family busy in and around the city, including a special cinema event for children.
These are three of the events published in the what's on section of the Hereford Times this week (August 8).
My first film festival
THE Courtyard Cinema’s my first film festival is returning for its second year. It includes film screenings, plus workshops to excite a new generation about cinema, with all tickets just £3.
Kicking off the festival is Jack Black’s blockbuster, Be Kind Rewind (2007, 12A) on Friday, August 16 at 2.30pm. Following the screening, at 4.30pm audiences can take part in a bespoke filmmaking workshop.
A stop motion animation workshop is up next on Saturday, August 17 at 1pm, ahead of a screening of Kubo and The Two Strings (2016, PG) at 2.30pm. If able, participants should bring along a smartphone to use to make their film. The Courtyard will have a few spare devices if you do not have one.
The Courtyard Cinema is then hosting a screening of a Lindsay Lohan classic, the Parent Trap (1998, PG) to which twins can go for free, and then Disney’s 1940s musical masterpiece, Fantasia (U), an ideal introduction to movie magic for toddlers.
From 2pm on Wednesday, August 21 families can join in with a free craft activity before the screening of Moomins on the Riviera (2014, U) at 2.30pm.
The Iron Giant (35mm, 1999, PG) follows on Thursday, August 22, at 2.30pm.
My first film festival culminates with the new animated adaptation of Michael Morpurgo’s beloved novel Kensuke’s Kingdom (PG).
All films as part of the festival are being shown as relaxed and autism-friendly screenings. Relaxed screenings are specifically designed for a less formal cinema environment and include changes such as lights being left on low, a chill-out room if audiences need time away from the screen and a relaxed approach to audience noise and movement.
My first film festival will be in the Courtyard’s Studio Theatre from August 16 to 31. To book tickets, or for more information contact the Box Office on 01432 340555 or visit www.courtyard.org.uk.
Space and Other Worlds
This autumn, Hereford Cathedral will host a range of events exploring Space and Other Worlds to celebrate the arrival of Luxmuralis’ Space sound and light show in October.
The Space and Other Worlds season will start with a special Gala Organ Concert performed by John Challenger on September, 17, at 7pm, followed by several more events throughout the month and into October.
The highlight will be Space – a sound and light show by Luxmuralis, transforming the interior of Hereford Cathedral with a light show from October 16 to October 19.
The Space and Other Worlds season will conclude with the cathedral stepping into Narnia for a week of special lectures and events inspired by the CS Lewis classic, starting on October 25.
For full details on all events and to book your tickets, please visit the Hereford Cathedral website: www.herefordcathedral.org/news/space-other-worlds
Gilbert and Sullivan
The National Gilbert and Sullivan Opera Company is back at the Malvern Theatre in September 2024.
The professional National Gilbert and Sullivan Opera Company bring four new productions of all-time favourites: The Gondoliers (directed by Simon Butteriss), HMS Pinafore (directed by Bradley Travis), The Pirates of Penzance (directed by Simon Butteriss) and Trial by Jury (directed by Bruce Graham). The National Festival Orchestra accompanies all performances in the Malvern Theatre.
"We are delighted to welcome Gilbert and Sullivan audiences back to Malvern for another season of the best of Gilbert and Sullivan," said company director Janet Smith.
She added: "Our return visit to Malvern is testament to the enduring appeal of G&S and the fantastic, friendly atmosphere that we always enjoy in Malvern. We invite everyone to come along and enjoy the magic of Gilbert & Sullivan and simply excellent entertainment", says the National Gilbert and Sullivan Opera Company Director, Janet Smith.
Tickets are now on sale direct from the Malvern Theatre Box Office - Telephone: 01684 892277 or online www.malvern-theatre.co.uk
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