W H AT ’ S O N
ARTS
1 0 J ANUARY – 2 4 FE BRUA RY
SESAME DRAWING CLUB These are a collective of visual artists based in London who “take on untold storytelling, subtle observational accounts by barefaced image making, cherishing imperfections through printmaking and hummus.” Fisherton Mill; www.fishertonmill.co.uk 2 7 J ANUARY - 1 2 MAY
CAVE OF SOUNDS Cave of Sounds features up to eight, bespoke musical instruments arranged in a circle for visitors to play. This innovative installation represents a collaboration between eight artists, each of whom has designed and produced one of the instruments. £7.50. Salisbury Museum; www.salisburymuseum.org.uk 2 7 J ANUARY – 1 2 MAY
TOWARDS MUSIC This exhibition of the work of artist Brian Graham, represents a unique interpretation of the evolution of music and dance. By creating a series of 40 painted reliefs, Brian takes us on a visual journey, exploring how he imagines the beginnings of music-making and dance. £7.50. Salisbury Museum; www.salisburymuseum.org.uk
Theatre/Dance/ Comedy UNTI L 7 J ANUARY
JACK AND THE BEANSTALK A fabulous cast including Liberty Buckland, Laura Crowhurst, Tanya Shields, Andrew Ahern, Richard Ede as the dame, Jemma Geanaus as the fairy, Sam Harrison as Jack, tell the tale of a sold cow, some magic beans, a brave boy and an angry, hungry giant. Ticket prices start at £10.25. Salisbury Playhouse; www.salisburyplayhouse.com
The work of Cathryn Shilling, the internationally renowned glass artist, can be seen at Messums Wiltshire 1 6 – 2 0 JA N UAR Y
MORGAN & WEST: TIMETRAVELLING MAGICIANS No future is left unseen and no timeline left unaltered as these temporal tricksters burst into the 21st century with an unforgettable show of magic, mystery, and the unexplainable. £13.50. The Salberg, Salisbury Playhouse; www.salisburyplayhouse.com 1 9 JA N UA RY
GRIFF RHYS JONES Comedian, writer and TV presenter Griff Rhys Jones performs his new tour Where Was I? and shares stories, anecdotes and outrights lies from 40 years of travelling into Africa, out of India, and across the arid wastes of the BBC canteen. Turn to page 18 where Griff confesses his sins. 7.30pm, £19.50. Salisbury Playhouse; www.salisburyplayhouse.com
MICHAEL MCINTYRE: WORK IN PROGRESS He’s a Spurs fan with the middle name Hazen and is hugely successful. See this comedian and presenter in this warm up show ahead of his extensive world tour. £26.50; Salisbury Playhouse; www.salisburyplayhouse.com
Family fun
22 – 27 J ANUAR Y
UNTIL 3 1 DECEM B ER
Music
UNTIL 1 J ANUARY
A PASSAGE TO INDIA E M Forster’s masterpiece poses a question more urgent today than ever: how can we love one another in a world divided by culture and belief? £27-£12. Salisbury Playhouse; www.salisburyplayhouse.com
11 – 13 J ANUAR Y
FALL OUT UK Tap Ensemble Old Kent Road takes a journey through quintessential jazz, entangling movement within the graceful perspective of tap dance. £13.50. The Salberg, Salisbury Playhouse; www.salisburyplayhouse.com
AN EVENING WITH PAM AYRES Pam Ayres has been making the nation laugh for over 40 years. Funny and warm, her charming understated manner belies a rare comic precision, from That’s Life to as heard on Radio 4’s Just a Minute, Loose Ends and her own Ayres on the Air series.
LITTLE ROBIN REDBREAST To help little Robin count down the days, Mummy and Daddy Robin have given him an advent calendar, and behind every window is a picture, and every picture tells a musical story. £9. The Salberg, Salisbury Playhouse; www.salisburyplayhouse.com FAMILY FESTIVE QUIZ TRAIL A self-led trail around Moors Valley with activities for everyone including trivia questions for the grown-ups. Trail cards are available from the Visitor Centre, 10.30am-3pm, £1. www.moors-valley.co.uk UNTIL 3 J ANUARY
12 J ANUAR Y 2 0 JA N UA RY
1 5 & 1 6 JANUARY
7.30pm, £25; Salisbury Playhouse; www.salisburyplayhouse.com
PASADENA ROOF ORCHESTRA Back by popular demand, the world famous Pasadena Roof Orchestra performs a foot-tapping evening of dance music and jazz from the 20s and 30s, featuring music by Irving Berlin, Cole Porter, Duke Ellington and more. 7.30pm, £22. Salisbury Playhouse; www.salisburyplayhouse.com
LITTLE LOST ANGEL Join the children’s Christmas trail around Salisbury Cathedral. There are also creativity workshops with crafts and storytelling. Salisbury Cathedral; www.salisburycathedral.org.uk UNTIL 7 J ANUARY
ICE RINK Along with carol services and a Christmas market at w
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