Nottingham Xmas market

Christmas cheer comes to Nottingham next week with the opening of the German Christmas Market in the city centre on November 19, 2008 and the start of a festive light show that will illuminate Nottingham’s Council House for miles around. Early to mid-December, the traditional Christmas Craft Market will open.

The German market will be in Long Row, King Street and Smithy Row and the craft market will be in Long Row West between King Street and Market Street or in Wheeler Gate.

Instead of the traditional Christmas tree in the Old Market Square this year, a display of dancing lights will colourwash the columns of the Council House, bathing the façade and dome in a rainbow of colours making it visible for miles around and ensuring that the Old Market Square remains the brightest point in the City.

TAGB British Open Championships

Date: 12 October 2008
Location: Trent FM Arena Nottingham, Nottingham.

Two thousand Tae Kwon-Do fighters, from over 450 clubs, will compete in the TAGB British Open Championships, on 12th October 2008 at the Trent FM Arena Nottingham. This event is organized by the Tae Kwon-Do Association of Great Britain (TAGB) which is the largest single martial arts organization in Europe. The Arena has been divided into 18 zones where all the participants including men, women and kids of all ranks will compete. The past champions from previous World and European tournaments will also contest.

Tickets can be booked online, through the 24hr Ticket Hotline on 08444 124 624 or book at the venue between 9 am to 9pm throughout the week. For seating arrangements contact the box office on 0115 8533002.

Disney On Ice Presents Disney/Pixar's Finding Nemo

Date: 1 October 2008
Location: Trent FM Arena , The Lace Market, Nottingham.

Join clownfish Nemo, his dad Merlin and friend Polly in their hilarious escapades, in the undersea thriller Finding Nemo. This Disney Pixar animation is presented by Disney on Ice, from 1st to 5th October 2008 at the Trent FM Arena Nottingham, The Lace Market Nottingham. The movie takes the audience to great depths both emotional and oceanic as Nemo gets lost and his poor dad goes crazy searching for him. Comical yet sensitive, Finding Nemo has a universal appeal for all young and old.

The show starts from 7 to 11.30 pm and the tickets cost from £11 to £33.50.

Bryan Adams

Date: 25 October 2008
Location: Trent FM Arena, The Lace Market, Nottingham.

Grove to the scintillating vocals of Canadian rock star Bryan Adams, as he sets the stage on fire in Nottingham. Winner of two Grammy awards and several nominations, this legendary singer and songwriter has a wide repertoire of hits to his credit, such as Summer of 69, Run to You and Heaven. Catch the legend live at the Trent FM Arena Nottingham, The Lace Market, Nottingham on 25th October 2008 from 7.30 pm onwards. The cost of the tickets is £37.50. For further details please contact the venue.

Billy Ocean

Date: 3 October 2008
Location: Nottingham Trent FM Arena, Royal Concert hall, Nottingham.

Catch Billy Ocean, Britain’s leading singer and songwriter as he performs live at the Trent Arena FM Nottingham, Royal Centre Hall, on 3rd October 2008, 7.30 pm onwards. Billy’s musical forte includes Rhythm and blues, Pop and Soul. This Grammy Award winner has rocked the world with hits like Love on Delivery, Get Outta My Dreams, Stop Me then, Red Light Spells Danger and Getting into my Car. With a record sale of over 30 million copies of his music, Billy continues to hold the status of being Britain’s largest recording star. For ticket rates and booking contact the venue.

28th Annual Vintage Car Show

Date: 21 Sep 2008
Location: Tredegar House and Park, Nottingham

Watch over 1500 automobile exhibits including cars, motorcycles, commercial vehicles, tractors, steam engines, stationary engines, radio controlled boats and military vehicles at the 28th Annual Vintage Car Show to be held on the 21st September 2008 at the Tredegar House and Park, off A-48, Newport, United Kingdom. Held on a Sunday, this event will see many families test their archery skills, participate in the classic car auction and auto jumble as well as enjoy the interesting wares of 50 stalls that sell everything from craft to food items. Children can choose from the several amusement options available. The show will start at 10.30 in the morning till 5.30 in the evening. For details regarding ticket rates and bookings, please enquire with the event organisers on 01633 895145 or email them at LeukaemiaRally@TredegarHouse.co.uk. Parking at the venue is free of cost.

Kuldeep Malhi

Date: 27 Sep – 2 Oct 2008
Location: Lakeside Arts Centre, University Park, Nottingham.

Kuldeep Malhi is a name synonymous with tactile wall installations that sensual and erotic images. His work is a mix of a vast cultural experience that crosses the boundaries between the east and west. A cross between ceramic art, architecture and sculpture, his unique art is greatly influenced by the eleventh century Hindu temples of central India.
The exhibition will be on from 27th September 2008 to 2nd November 2008 at the Wallner Gallery, D H Lawrence Pavilion, Lakeside Arts Centre, University Park, Nottingham, everyday from 10.00 am to 5.00 pm. Everyone is cordially invited. For further details please log on to www.lakesidearts.org.uk.

ONE8 (One Nation for Everyone 2008)

Date: 27 Sep 2008
Location: Nottingham Castle, Friar Lane, Nottingham.

ONE8 (One Nation for Everyone 2008) is a interesting event that promotes unity in diversity. Everyone is invited to participate in a variety of activities and have fun. Youth from across the region come together to celebrate their identities, diverse cultures and heritages through interesting workshops, performances, exhibitions, sports and other events. Don’t miss out on this one! Be there at the Nottingham Castle, Friar Lane, Off Maid Marian Way, Nottingham on 27th September 2008 from 11.00 am to 5.00 pm.

Do Not Refreeze - Photography Behind The Berlin Wall

Date: 27 Sep – 2 Oct 2008
Location: Lakeside Arts Centre, University Park, Nottingham.

Do Not Refreeze - Photography behind the Berlin Wall – is a unique event that brings together great names in the field photography such as Sibylle Bergemann, Ursula Arnold, Arno Fischer, Evelyn Richter, Helga Paris, Gundula Schulze Eldowy, Erasmus Schroeter, Maria Sewcz, and Ulrich Wüst whose have greatly contributed to European photography. They secretly developed their practice in former East Germany and their works depict the harsh realities as well as the daily life of the people living in Eastern Europe during those times under the communist rule. Over the years their stunning work has literally been ‘frozen out’ by the cold war.

This photography exhibition will be on from 27th September to 2nd October 2008 starting at 11 am till 5.00 pm everyday.

Join a UH Galleries Touring Exhibition on 26th September 2008 from 6.30 to 7.30 pm and participate in gallery talks with 16th October 2008 between 1.00 to 2.00 pm with exhibition curator Matthew Shaul at the Djangoly Art Gallery at the Lecture Theatre, Lakeside Arts Centre, University Park, Nottingham. This is a free event. With space being a constraint, please make advance bookings by calling on 0115 846 7777.

Northern Ballet Theatre Dance Workshop

Date: 24 Sep 2008
Location: Nottingham Castle, Friar Lane, Nottingham.

For all those with and without the grace of a swan, here is a fantastic opportunity to learn the fine art of Ballet with Caroline Burn, education officer for the Northern Ballet Theatre. Join her for a Northern Ballet Theatre Dance Workshop on 24th September 2008 between 2 to 4 pm. The workshop will be held at the Nottingham Castle, Friar Lane, Off Maid Marian Way, Nottingham. The cost of the event is £10 and the event is open to all.

The Lee Evans Comedy Show

Date: 2 – 6 September 2008
Location: Nottingham Arena, Nottingham.

Go crazy with laughter as stand up comic Lee Evans performs his incredibly funny act at the Trent FM Arena Nottingham Box Office, Bolero Square, The Lace Market Nottingham. A must see, this show will be held at 8 pm every night from the 2nd to the 6th September 2008. The Big Tour 2008, is UK’s biggest comedy tour till date and will see Lee Evans performing in 11 cities making nearly 300,000 fans roar with laughter. One can look forward to some hilarious acts and stunning sets and a truly rip roaring finale in this, the funniest comedy show in 2008. Tickets can be booked online or through the 24 hour Ticket Hotline on 08444 124 624.

Spirit of Dance

Date: 9 – 13 September 2008
Location: Royal Centre Nottingham, Nottingham.

"Spirit of the Dance" is a spell binding and foot stomping dance show from Ireland that has smashed box office records the world over. This spectacular show blends together exotic, yet traditional Latino dance forms including salsa, flamenco and tango into a dazzling performance that is heightened by exotic costumes, brilliant choreography and spectacular lighting. Winner of nine Global Awards, including "Best Choreography" and "Best International Production", the show has been enjoyed by thirty millions people in 15 countries across the world. The people of Nottingham can enjoy the show for five days from the 9th to 13th September 2008 at the Royal Concert Hall, Royal Theatre, Nottingham. For confirming the show timings and booking the tickets please contact the venue.

The Aluminum Show

Date: 28 – 30 August 2008
Location: The Royal Concert Hall, The Royal Centre Theatre Square, Nottingham.

The Inbal Company from Tel Aviv, will perform “The Aluminium Show” a world famous show for the Nottingham audience starting 28th to 30th August 2008. This must see show has been devised and choreographed by IIan Azriel, a former dancer, who has imaginatively and brilliantly worked on the theme of 'aluminum' in all its various industrial forms to create something that is absolutely mindblowing. This superb show combines the awe inspiring talents of graceful dancers, agile acrobats and powerful athletes as they take the audience through many spell binding dance performances, puppetry and special effects. The show is scheduled to start at 19.30 hours through21.45 hours at The Royal Concert Hall, The Royal Centre Theatre Square, Nottingham. The tickets for this family entertainer are priced at £24 to £12.

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