Eastlife Spring 2021
This is our fourth issue during the pandemic. Fourth! I can’t quite believe it. Like many other businesses we have learned to adapt. I am no longer flustered when events are cancelled at the last moment before print, it has become the norm.
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Bedfordshire<br />
Beds<br />
THEATRE, FILM AND SHOWS<br />
3-5Mar Dalloway<br />
Adaptation of Virginia Woolf’s celebrated map of hearts, minds<br />
and memories offering a compellingly feminist response to the<br />
aftermath of the First World War.<br />
The Place Online<br />
www.theplacebedford.org.uk<br />
17-Apr How The Koala Learnt To Hug<br />
Ten years after the publication of Steven Lee’s best-selling<br />
book, this family musical reminds us why there’s nothing quite<br />
as wonderful as a nice warm hug.<br />
Quarry Theatre, 26 St Peter’s Street, Bedford, MK40 2NN<br />
01234 362337 www.quarrytheatre.org.uk<br />
08-May Woodland Tales with Granddad<br />
Machines are gathering at the edge of the wood and the<br />
animals are worried. Only Granddad can help them now. But is<br />
there enough time to save the wood?<br />
Leighton Buzzard Theatre, Lake Street, Leighton Buzzard,<br />
LU7 1RX<br />
0300 300 8125 www.centralbedfordshire.com<br />
16-May The Shires<br />
With their hearts in the UK and their heads in Nashville, The<br />
Shires combine the best of both musical worlds. The duo are<br />
the UK’s most successful country music act.<br />
Bedford Corn Exchange, St Paul’s Square, Bedford, MK40 1SL<br />
01234 718044 www.bedfordcornexchange.co.uk<br />
21-May Beegees Tribute & Disco<br />
Performing all of the hits, from the Night Fever classics to the<br />
more modern songs. The show will be followed by a disco till<br />
late so don’t forget your flares...<br />
Forest of Marston Vale, Marston Moretaine, MK43 0PS<br />
01234 718044 www.bedfordcornexchange.co.uk<br />
ARTS & CULTURE<br />
06-Mar Science Lab at Home<br />
To celebrate British Science Week, The Higgins Bedford has<br />
teamed up with local providers for a day filled with free handson<br />
science, animal encounters and interactive online fun..<br />
01234 718618 www.thehigginsbedford.org.uk<br />
8-12Mar Bedfordshire Festival of Music,<br />
Speech & Drama<br />
Annual showcase of talent in amateur performing arts in<br />
Bedfordshire and the surrounding area with classes for all ages.<br />
This year’s festival will take place online.<br />
07824 829097 www.bedfordshirefestival.org.uk<br />
9-20Mar Inside/Outside<br />
Cecilia Gatehouse makes wall sculpture using wire drawings<br />
with fabrics, beads and buttons. Jill Taylor is an abstract painter<br />
who works with shapes, colour and rough texture.<br />
The Eagle Gallery, 20 St Peter’s Street, Bedford, MK40 2NN<br />
01234 346995 www.eaglegalleryartists.co.uk<br />
SPECIAL EVENTS<br />
16-May An Audience with Anton Du Beke<br />
Join the King of Ballroom and Strictly legend for an intimate<br />
evening of conversation, laughter, song and dance. Get up<br />
close and personal with Mr Showbusiness himself.<br />
Grove Theatre, Grove Park, Court Drive, Dunstable, LU5 4GP<br />
01582 602080 www.grovetheatre.co.uk<br />
MUSIC<br />
15-May Worbey & Farrell<br />
Internationally acclaimed concert pianists and Steinway<br />
ensemble with a wicked sense of humour. You’ve never seen a<br />
piano played like this before!<br />
Quarry Theatre, 26 St Peter’s Street, Bedford, MK40 2NN<br />
01234 362337 www.quarrytheatre.org.uk<br />
21Mar-4Apr<br />
Daffodil Festival<br />
Take a tour with the Head Gardener, find out about the Swiss<br />
Garden’s past, listen to a talk by Daffodil specialist Johnny<br />
Walkers or take a self-guided walk around the Daffodil Trail.<br />
Shuttleworth Swiss Garden, Old Warden, SG18 9EP<br />
01767 627927 www.shuttleworth.org<br />
02-May Season Premiere Drive-In Display<br />
Expect thrilling air displays from historic aircraft and explore the<br />
beautiful Swiss Garden. A great day out for the whole family!<br />
Shuttleworth Estate, Old Warden, Nr Biggleswade, SG18 9EP<br />
01767 627927 www.shuttleworth.org<br />
AUCTIONS & ANTIQUES<br />
02-May Flitwick Antique Fair<br />
Offering a wide range of quality antiques and vintage<br />
collectables. Homemade food served all day, disabled facilities<br />
and plenty of free parking.<br />
Flitwick Village Hall, Dunstable Road, Flitwick, MK45 1HP<br />
www.pastpastiche.com<br />
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