J'AIME FEBRUARY 2020

LO CA L A R E A
What’s On Local
YOUR GUIDE TO THE BEST OF WHAT’S ON IN AND AROUND
SUTTON COLDFIELD, LICHFIELD, WALSALL AND BEYOND
WHAT: JANE EYRE
WHERE: LICHFIELD GARRICK
WHEN: FEBRUARY 13 TO 15
As part of a world premiere tour Blackeyed Theatre’s thrilling new adaptation of
Charlotte Brontë’s masterpiece Jane Eyre arrives in Lichfield for just four performances
this month.
A gothic masterpiece of tempestuous passions and dark secrets, Jane Eyre tells the
thrilling story of an orphan girl and her journey from a childhood of loneliness and
cruelty to a life at Thornfield Hall and an unlikely relationship with the mysterious
Mr Rochester. Falling in love, she gradually uncovers a hidden past to the gloomy,
forbidding Thornfield Hall, a terrible secret that forces her to make a heart-wrenching
choice.
Captivating, brooding and intensely powerful, Jane Eyre is a moving and unforgettable
portrayal of one woman’s quest for equality and freedom, and lives as one of the great
triumphs of storytelling. For more details visit www.lichfieldgarrick.com
WHAT: FEBRUARY HALF TERM FAMILY ACTIVITIES
WHERE: NATIONAL MEMORIAL ARBORETUM, ALREWAS
WHEN: FEBRUARY 15 TO 23
Make a date to visit the Arboretum this February Half Term, where younger visitors
can explore the world around them in the Arboretum’s natural setting.
Gather the family for an indoor cinema experience at the Woodland Adventurers
Pop-Up Cinema, joining Paddington Bear and the Brown family on a quest to find the
stolen picture book, or Stick Man on his adventure back to the family tree.
There will also be a magical Stick Man trail, where little adventurers can take a walk
around the Arboretum grounds to discover more about Stick Man’s quest, while the
new Animal Trail is an opportunity for younger visitors to explore the site, searching
for some of the different animals hidden in our memorials. Entry is free, although
pre-booking and extra charges apply to some activities. For more details visit
www.thenma.org.uk or call 01283 245 100.
WHAT: SUTTON COLDFIELD BOOKFEST
WHERE: SUTTON COLDFIELD LIBRARY AND TOWN HALL
WHEN: FEBRUARY 29
Sutton Coldfield BookFest is back for 2020, and it’s a fantastic chance for children
to meet their favourite authors, discover astonishing books and experience hands-on
storytelling.
Meet legendary author-illustrator team Jacqueline Wilson and Nick Sharratt, the
creators of Tracy Beaker who have produced more than 50 books together, selling
40 million worldwide. They’ll be talking about their characters and Nick will be
drawing live on stage, and there will be a chance to meet them afterwards.
Create your own funny stories at a lively interactive workshop with Walsall author
Serena Patel. Serena’s hilarious new novel Anisha the Accidental Detective has just
been published - and she’s going to share her writing tips so you can all create a
completely new story together!
Events for 0-12 year olds all take place on one fabulous day at Sutton Coldfield
Library and Sutton Coldfield Town Hall, with a fun, free Where’s Wally book trail
taking place between the two venues. There will be a book shop and opportunities
to have books signed by their authors. Tickets start at just £3.50, for more details
call 0121 780 3333 or visit www.suttoncoldfieldbookfest.com
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