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Cultural festive affairs! ‘Tis the season for wondrous workshops and awe-inspiring exhibitions at Sunderland Culture’s city-wide venues…
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Hansel and Gretel 9 - 11 December
Take a pinch of magic, a dollop of great music, a dash of thrill and a large portion of laughter, stir it all up with Lyngo’s muchloved theatrical skill and you get this wonderful show about a brother and sister with the wit to win through all adversity – even being abandoned in the forest by their own parents! You won’t be able to resist this classic story of adventure and fun, as sweet as a gingerbread house! With shifting scenery and ingenious props, Lyngo serves up their own special recipe of multi-roled performances, captivating songs and beautiful imagery. ARTSCENTREWASHINGTON.CO.UK
NATIONAL GLASS CENTRE Festive fun at National Glass Centre Throughout Christmas There’s something for everyone at National Glass Centre this festive period! From Christmas activities for families, including family fusing, creating a glass snowman, angel or snowy owl, festive glass painting and more, to hands-on experiences and workshops for adults where you can make everything from baubles to flameworked or ceramic Christmas decorations. On the last weekend of November (27/28), you can also visit their Christmas craft fair and celebrate the beautiful handmade crafts that the North East has to offer. It’s the perfect opportunity to buy a unique handmade Christmas gift or to treat yourself to something special!
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Patrick Hough: The Black River of Herself Until 9 January 2022 Visit Patrick Hough’s new film ‘The Black River of Herself’ as it premieres at Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art. In Hough’s film, a female bog body is uncovered at the site of a dig that awakens her from her sleep. She talks to an archaeologist tasked with recovering her from the earth. She tells of her own fate and her premonition for our environment. The race to save this bog body is also a story about the race to save ourselves from ecological collapse and inevitable extinction. NORTHERNGALLERYFORCONTEMPORARYART.ORG.UK
SUNDERLAND MUSEUM & WINTER GARDENS Snow White’s Enchanted Forest Trail Until 2 January
Can you find the hidden treasures lost in the forest and release Snow White from her enchanted sleep? Follow the clues to find the words of the magic waking spell and claim your themed prize from the Museum reception. Trails cost £2.50 each. This activity is inspired by the pantomime Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at Sunderland Empire.
Snow White’s Enchanted Forest Family Day 11 December
During your visit, you can also view their exhibitions, including NGC Glass Prize that is open in the main gallery and showcases spectacular glass pieces by artists working across Europe, or you can attend their free glassmaking demonstrations, enjoy a bit of retail therapy in the shop, or treat yourself to lunch in the riverside café, The Glass Yard.
Create a magical forest window display decorated with trees, animals and characters from the story of Snow White, at Sunderland Museum. This activity is inspired by the pantomime Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at Sunderland Empire. Sessions at 11am – 12.30pm and 1.30pm – 3pm. £2 per child, adults go free.
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