OUT & ABOUT 14th July
8th July
5th - 8th July
BUXTON CARNIVAL PROCESSION
FRINGE SUNDAY
THE ACCIDENTAL ADVENTURES OF SHERLOCK HOLMES
Join the town for the biggest event in the calendar. Dozens of floats, bands, dance teams and party animals parade as part of the Well Dressing celebrations. Process with the Fringe team. Last year we had a large carrot! Note: Carnival is on the Fringe's middle Saturday for 2018. Around the Town buxtonfringe.org.uk/descriptions2018. html
Join us in one of Buxton's jewels for an afternoon of free entertainment. Music, dance, theatre, magic, children’s entertainment! Bring a rug, a picnic, family and friends. Pick-up a map and join a treasure hunt through the Gardens organised by University of Derby students. Leave it all to us. Pavilion Gardens buxtonfringe.org.uk/descriptions2018. html
7th July
6th - 21st July
5th - 9th July
FRINGE ON THE MARKET!
THE SHAKESPEARE JUKEBOX
CORDELIA/FOOL
Fit Up Productions are bringing Fringe to the market! They will be performing fantastic street/circus shows on their fabulous outdoor stage. There will also be the Fringe's finest performing their work! This family-friendly event will pass the hat in the tradition of street theatre! The Market Place buxtonfringe.org.uk/descriptions2018. html
The multi-award-winning Shakespeare Jukebox returns to the Opera House forecourt with scenes and speeches from the Bard’s work performed with energy and humour, and all for charity. Just pick the piece you want to see from the Jukebox playlist, make a donation and prepare to be entertained and amazed! Buxton Opera House buxtonfringe.org.uk/descriptions2018. html
The latest in the award-winning After Shakespeare series examines King Lear through the eyes of two of the play's most compelling characters. This powerful oneman play is a thought-provoking reworking of the original text to provide a unique insight into the mind of the disturbed King Lear himself. Underground at The Old Clubhouse buxtonfringe.org.uk/descriptions2018. html
When Holmes unknowingly murders his client, the game is on to catch the criminal! But are Watson's rent and Moriarty's thirst for detective fiction manipulating events? Expect hilarity, satire, metafiction and plot twists galore! Sell-out show at Edinburgh and Brighton Fringes. Underground at the Arts Centre buxtonfringe.org.uk/descriptions2018. html
National Helpline 0800 917 7650 www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
Alcoholics Anonymous has over 4,400 groups throughout Great Britain dedicated to helping those with a serious alcohol problem learn how to stay sober. Groups are made up of people from all walks of life and all age groups. Through friendship and mutual support, members assist each other in coping which is made easier by meeting others with the same problem. There are no dues or fees for membership and anonymity is carefully preserved. Anyone who believes they have a drink problem can contact Alcoholics Anonymous by using the helpline number above or email; help@aamail.org Further information may be obtained from the web site above or from the General Service Office at the address below. For information: P.O. Box 1, 10 Toft Green, York. YO1 7NJ Tel: 01904 644 026
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