diary of arts events in the area
Please check the diary of events below to see what's on in the area of North Bedfordshire or available online. You will find details of our own lectures and events and those of other organisations that may be of interest. You can use the arrow at the bottom of the list to see more events.
If you are involved with an arts event in the area and would like us to add it to our diary, please contact us.
Arts in the Area
A country house which is also an art gallery containing a significant collection of art and porcelain. Costs: £20 (National Trust members) / £34.25 (non-National Trust members). These costs cover coach and entry to the house but not drinks or lunch. Bookings taken at March/April lectures. For further information, contact: nbasvisits@gmail.com
For more information contact: tsimbals@gmail.com
This FREE exhibition runs until 11th May 2024 - Wed-Sat noon to 4pm.
Join us for this amazing Ukrainian Folk Art Exhibition showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Ukraine! Immerse yourself in the vibrant, intricate designs and traditional Ukrainian crafts. Click here for more information.
Presents a Concert of West Gallery Music: £10 on the door. Free Refreshments.
The lives of the people of Olney in the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries— their celebrations, their songs, and their anthems, and first-hand accounts of their lives — are brought back to life in a costumed performance with original instruments! Click here for more information Bedford Gallery Quire
One of the great British jazz voices, Elaine Delmar brings to life her acclaimed interpretations of the ‘Great American Songbook’ and the music of George Gershwin and Cole Porter.
This powerful, uplifting and raucously entertaining British musical set in a women's prison and based on the hugely popular award-winning television drama will touch hearts and kick up a riot!
Smokescreen Productions presents By Matt Banes & Tim Marriott
Performed by Tim Marriott (BBC’s The Brittas Empire)
"163 to win in twenty overs, we've got this - come on!". Former professional cricketer Jack gives his team talk, but as wickets fall like a ticking time bomb the anecdotes from the ashes of his career prove less than inspirational…
The exhibition is curated by Bawden’s good friend, the illustrator and printmaker Chris Brown who has invited thirty artists and makers to respond to works by Edward Bawden (1903-1989). The result is an eclectic exhibition in celebration of the work of printmaker, illustrator, watercolourist and designer Edward Bawden. For more information click here.
Get ready for the ultimate feel-good show celebrating these music of legendary hitmakers.
Together for over 25 years, The Jive Aces have been keeping the show on the road for three decades and become renowned worldwide for their high-energy live show having toured in over 40 countries. The band aim to spread smiles and cheer with their swingin’ music and classic vintage style from crooning smooth ballads to blasting honking rhythm & blues.
This powerful, uplifting and raucously entertaining British musical set in a women's prison and based on the hugely popular award-winning television drama will touch hearts and kick up a riot!
Directed by Chris Dean. Celebrating the music of Major Glenn Miller, bringing memories of the war years back to life with precision and a youthful exuberance.
How these cities changed the artistic and cultural landscape, their legacy examined.
Open from 3 February to 9 June, 2024 It promises a unique and immersive experience that delves into the themes of mixed heritage and the intertwined histories of different cultures. Click here for updates on this event.
For more information contact: tsimbals@gmail.com
The exhibition is curated by Bawden’s good friend, the illustrator and printmaker Chris Brown who has invited thirty artists and makers to respond to works by Edward Bawden (1903-1989). The result is an eclectic exhibition in celebration of the work of printmaker, illustrator, watercolourist and designer Edward Bawden. For more information click here.
The 19th century palaeontologist and her discovery of fossils on the South coast. PLEASE NOTE: Lecture following by refreshments at 11.30.
Paul Kerensa presents. On this day 104 years ago, the first advertised public radio broadcast took place… Are you sitting comfortably? Then we’ll begin...The BBC is 100 years not out – just – but with no recordings from its first decade, comedian/writer Paul Kerensa (BBC’s Miranda, Not Going Out, Top Gear) retells and recreates its first broadcasts.
25th June 2024, 7.30 pm, venue TBC: Jonathan Foyle on Old Warden Church and Anne of Cleves.
For more information contact: tsimbals@gmail.com
The exhibition is curated by Bawden’s good friend, the illustrator and printmaker Chris Brown who has invited thirty artists and makers to respond to works by Edward Bawden (1903-1989). The result is an eclectic exhibition in celebration of the work of printmaker, illustrator, watercolourist and designer Edward Bawden. For more information click here.
For more information contact: tsimbals@gmail.com
The exhibition is curated by Bawden’s good friend, the illustrator and printmaker Chris Brown who has invited thirty artists and makers to respond to works by Edward Bawden (1903-1989). The result is an eclectic exhibition in celebration of the work of printmaker, illustrator, watercolourist and designer Edward Bawden. For more information click here.
For more information contact: tsimbals@gmail.com
The exhibition is curated by Bawden’s good friend, the illustrator and printmaker Chris Brown who has invited thirty artists and makers to respond to works by Edward Bawden (1903-1989). The result is an eclectic exhibition in celebration of the work of printmaker, illustrator, watercolourist and designer Edward Bawden. For more information click here.
Death as a career move. The journey from unsold to blockbuster and the importance of the art dealers.
Rachel Watson watches a couple out of the window of her train every day. They are happy and madly in love, or so it appears. When the woman she was watching suddenly disappears, Rachel finds herself as a witness and then a suspect as she gets involved with the investigation. More revelations and danger are ahead for Rachel as she tries to find out what happened to Megan Hipwell.
Rachel Watson watches a couple out of the window of her train every day. They are happy and madly in love, or so it appears. When the woman she was watching suddenly disappears, Rachel finds herself as a witness and then a suspect as she gets involved with the investigation. More revelations and danger are ahead for Rachel as she tries to find out what happened to Megan Hipwell.
For more information contact: tsimbals@gmail.com
An account of Handel’s musical adventures in London. Live performances!
As a quirky house clearance team removes the belongings of deceased hermit Albert, they learn about his life and hidden talent. As the furniture and rubbish clears, so does the chaos of their own lives.
As a quirky house clearance team removes the belongings of deceased hermit Albert, they learn about his life and hidden talent. As the furniture and rubbish clears, so does the chaos of their own lives.
For more information contact: tsimbals@gmail.com
Food and feasting in Art. An artistic mid-season celebration that helps spur people on towards Spring
Get into the Christmas spirit with this hilarious hit musical about Buddy the Elf who travels from the North Pole to visit his father in present-day New York and discovers his family is on the naughty list!
Get into the Christmas spirit with this hilarious hit musical about Buddy the Elf who travels from the North Pole to visit his father in present-day New York and discovers his family is on the naughty list!
For more information contact: tsimbals@gmail.com
The photo at the top of this page shows work produced during a Young Arts project and is used by kind permission of Hilary Birkett.