April sees the return of the Spring Arts Festival programme - presented by Wymondham Magazine - featuring 3 weeks of arts-related events around town. Here are some highlights you can look forward to this year...
Watch live demonstrations by talented artists
Wymondham Arts Society hosts monthly demonstrations by local artists. On 7th May they will observe Christine Lester as she demonstrates an animal portrait in pastels. Find them at the Catholic Church Hall at 7:15pm.
Down on Town Green on 4th May, Needlecraft owner and talented curtain maker Karen will demonstrate how to make a Roman blind from your favourite fabric.
Take in a play at Central Hall
Wymondham Players will be treading the boards once more with their latest production of Agatha Christie's 'Murder In The Studio'. On at Central Hall every evening from 30 April - 3 May with a matinee on 3rd.
Meet fellow creative writers
Ever wondered what it's like to write a book and get published? The ‘Meet The Authors’ event on from 10:00 - 14:00 on 26 April at Rothbury Centre is your chance to meet local authors and hear their publishing stories.
Enjoy a tribute Rolling Stones gig
Mick and Keith fans, this is one not to miss. Not The Rolling Stones play a tribute concert raising money for 3 local charities at 19:30 on Sun 4th May at Central Hall. Wild horses couldn't keep us away!
Add to your art & craft collection
Becket’s Chapel will be hosting a showcase of Norfolk crafting talent daily from 11:00 - 16:00 from 19 April - 4 May. Drop in, have a browse and take home anything that takes your fancy.
Meanwhile, the residents of Robert Kett Court are waiting to show off their artwork to the public in an open exhibition of their work from 10:00 - 12:00 on 19 April.
Get down to music at Ex Services Club
There’s something for everyone’s musical tastes going on at the Ex Services, who are also hosting their Spring Beer Festival. From Elvis to party hits to soul and ska. It promises to be the livliest music venue in town this spring.
Bask in traditional tunes at the Abbey
If you enjoy traditional music you're in for a treat at the organ recital on 3rd May in Wymondham Abbey. Rob Goodrich will be playing the ancient forboding instrument accompanied by young cellist Aile.
Let historical authors take you on a journey
Duncan Mackay, author of 'Echolands: A Journey in Search of Boudica' will be hosted by Wymondham Heritage Society for a talk in Fairland Hall on 24th April at 7:30pm.
You can see the current programme of events here.
LAST CALL FOR YOUR EVENT TO BE INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAMME
There is still time to get your event or society into our Spring Arts festival programme, which we will be putting on posters around town and our website. Contact springarts@wymondhammagazine.co.uk. Think small! Even if you just open your doors to the public for a rehearsal or regular meeting. It’s a great chance to show people what you do and gain new members.
