Viva Lewes April 2015 Issue #103

APRlistings (cont)
Mon 13th
Sussex Russian Society Talk: Shostakovich:
Unforgettable 1961, by Terry Metheringham.
Two Shostakovich symphonies had their first
performance in 1961: the 12th celebrating the
1917 revolution, and the 4th written in 1937
but withdrawn before its scheduled first performance.
The talk will explore what these two
symphonies tell us about Shostakovich and his
times. Friends Meeting House, 7.15pm, £3.
Talk. Lewes through the eyes of a flint knapper.
Flintman, David Smith covers the history of
flint, showing its use and versatility as a building
material. Using local references, he will
also demonstrate how the material has given
Lewes its distinctive look, with examples of the
good, the bad and the unusual. There will be a
demonstration of flint knapping. King’s Church
building, 7pm, £3/£2. www.leweshistory.org.uk
Tues 14th
Beginners Stained Glass Course. Structured
six week course leading to completion of a finished
work. All materials provided. Isfield Village
Hall, 2.30-4.30pm. For more information
and to book, contact info@pureartglass.co.uk
New Calligraphy Class. Every Tuesday during
term time. Cliffe Hall, 10.30am-12.30pm, £15
per session, includes refreshments and limited
parking at the hall. tinawarren@alphabition.
co.uk 01825 712569.
Tues 14th - Sat 18th
Lewes Operatic Society: Anything Goes.
Town Hall, 7.30pm, £10-£14.
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