< Previous80 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY WHAT’S ON Amanda Greenwood, the yoga class will be held amongst Lincolnshire’s finest artworks and archaeology collections. Located in one of The Collection Museum’s specialist exhibition rooms, you can unwind, tune in to your breathing and move through a series of ancient yogic movements and poses – connecting you to the world around you. To find out more, visit www.thecollectionmuseum.com. Scunthorpe Until 4 january 2020 Brick by Brick: International LEGO Brick Art, 20-21 Visual Arts Centre Brick by Brick is a brand-new touring exhibition of work by international artists, designers and photographers who use LEGO bricks as their medium. The show Stamford Tuesday 10 – Wednesday 11 December A Christmas Carol, Stamford Theatre European Arts Company returns with a heart-warming evening in the presence of the author himself. Actor John O’Connor delightfully recreates Dickens’ famous performance of his best- loved ghost story, that most quintessential of Christmas stories. To find out more, visit www.stamfordartscentre.com. Spalding Tuesday 17 December Christmas Top of the Poppets, South Holland Centre The festive edition of Top of the Poppets is back this Christmas for accompanied under-fives. Children can enjoy dancing, party games and a very special visit from Santa himself who will be delivering a small gift to each child. For more information, visit www.southhollandcentre.co.uk. © David Batholemew © Shutterstock/Neyman Kseniya 78-81.qxp_Layout 1 13/11/2019 12:06 Page 3LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 81 includes a rage of two- and three- dimensional work in a variety of scales – from jewellery to sculpture – and aims to showcase the wide range of creative approaches that artists take when using this iconic construction brick. As well as the exhibition, there’ll also be workshops for adults and children alike. © StockphotoVideo / Shutterstock Louth Monday 16 December The Nutcracker, Louth Riverhead Theatre With its combination of enchanting choreography and unforgettable music, this fabulous ballet is a Christmas treat like no other. Set to Tchaikovsky’s sumptuous score, the traditional tale of The Nutcracker tells the story of Clara and her enchanted nutcracker doll. Vienna Festive Ballet’s production promises to delight audiences of all ages with its festive setting and light- hearted story. For more information, visit www.louthriverheadtheatre.com. 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Lincoln Until Thursday January 30 2020 Thor’s Tipi Bar This Viking-inspired winter wonderland in the heart of Lincoln returns for another year, serving ale, mulled wine, hot chocolate and grille cheese, complete with roaring fires, cosy furs and twinkling lights. New for 2019 is a drinks menu with smoothing for everyone. To find out more, visit www.thorstipi.com. 78-81.qxp_Layout 1 13/11/2019 12:07 Page 482 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY Lincoln Friday 6 December – Saturday 4 January 2020 Cinderella, Lincoln Drill Hall Cinderella is the Drill Hall’s biggest panto to date. And it has it all - a plucky heroine, wicked stepmother and devious stepsisters, one very magical fairy godmother, a handsome prince and a very silly Buttons. Add to that glass slippers, pumpkin coaches and a royal ball and it’s the perfect panto to supersize. Which is just what the Drill Hall have in mind. With matinee and early evening performances, plus signed and relaxed/autism-friendly shows, this is a panto that everyone will love. Drill Hall Manager Chris Kirkwood said: “This Christmas our stage is even bigger, which means we’re supersizing everything else too – larger sets, more stunning costumes, bigger musical numbers, more spectacular special effects and more silliness all round.” To book or for more information, visit www.lincolndrillhall.com or call 01522 873894. Pure panto Newark Tuesday 10 December – Saturday 4 January 2020 Sleeping Beauty, The Palace Theatre Newark The Palace Theatre Newark’s must-see panto returns this December! And this time you won’t want to sleep on booking those tickets as it’s the spellbinding Sleeping Beauty! Starring Coronation Street’s Nick Cochrane as King Hugo, this enchanting tale is sure to delight the whole family and is once again bursting with all the ingredients of a perfect family panto: a hilarious comic, an outrageous dame, a devilish baddie, spectacular sets and costumes, fabulous songs and dances and bags of slapstick fun. To book, visit www.palacenewark.com, or call the box office team on 01636 655755. Stamford Friday 27 December – Wednesday 1 January 2020 Dick Whittington, Stamford Corn Exchange After dazzling crowds with last year’s Sleeping Beauty, Stamford Pantomime Players return with Dick Whittington with a new director at the helm. This seventy-plus strong cast from the local community bring you a show full of singing, dancing, frivolities, a singing parrot and a dancing camel. No Christmas would be complete without a pantomime or two, oh no it wouldn’t. To keep things easy for you this festive season, we’ve rounded up pantos taking place right across the county. 82-83.qxp_Layout 1 13/11/2019 12:08 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 83 Lincoln Tuesday 3 December – Sunday 5 January 2020 Robin Hood, New Theatre Royal Lincoln As Lincoln’s longest running traditional pantomime, New Theatre Royal Lincoln is pleased to present its 2019 Christmas Pantomime adventure - Robin Hood, complete with celebrity casting. Join the hugely popular Barney Harwood (Prank Patrol, Blue Peter) as Robin Hood, who returns after becoming a Lincoln favourite during last year’s Panto, Snow White. Talking of Lincoln favourites, after starring in all New Theatre Royal Lincoln pantos since Cinderella in 2017, Chris Johnson (CBBC’s ‘Yonko’) is back by popular demand as Will Scarlett. And introducing Zoe Hedge, who was part of Sir Tom Jones’ team on ITV’s The Voice (2017), as Maid Marian. So grab your merry gang and join us for this year’s Panto, full of high energy dance routines, outstanding vocals, lots of ‘wow’ moments, and of course loads of laughter and boos. To book tickets, visit www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk, or call 01522 519999. Grimsby Thursday 12 December – Sunday 28 December Aladdin, Grimsby Auditorium Take a magical carpet ride through a tale of Eastern promise and adventure, a make-believe world filled with mystique, stunning sets and costumes, comedy, song and dance. Follow loveable rogue Aladdin (Robert Aitken) on his quest for hidden treasure as he tries to win the heart of the beautiful Princess Jasmine (Charlotte Maclachlan). And prepare for mayhem and slapstick at Widow Twankey’s (Ian Norton) laundry and her clueless son Wishee Washee (Emmerdale’s Stuart Wade). Get ready to boo our fiendish baddy Abanazar (Lincolnshire’s own Michael Courtney). Bourne Wednesday 4 – Sunday 8 December Aladdin, Bourne Corn Exchange Following the huge success of last year’s production of Cinderella, South Kesteven Acting and Musical Players are again working alongside SKDC and the Bourne Corn Exchange for the town’s 2019 panto. Will Aladdin and his magical lamp defeat the forces of evil. Will the princess and Aladdin find true love? There’s only one way to find out. Gainsborough Saturday 14 – Sunday 29 December Mother Goose, Trinity Arts Centre Come and join Mother Goose as she embarks on an eggcellent adventure when she changes upon the magic goose with a golden talent – Princess Pricilla. This larger than life panto is jam- packed with comedy, music and dance. Spalding Tuesday 10 – Tuesday 21 December Rapunzel, South Holland Centre Polka Dot Pantomimes are back for another all singing, all dancing festive extravaganza. This year share in the thrilling story of Rapunzel, the lone princess with the super hair, trapped in a tower but longing for a life of adventure in the outside world. Boo, hiss and cheer along to a show packed with up-beat dinging and dancing, fabulous costumes and plenty of fun and frolics for the whole family. Stamford Saturday 4 – Sunday 12 January 2020 Jack and the Beanstalk, Stamford Arts Centre Polka Dot Pantomimes bring this hilarious adventure in association with Stamford Arts Centre. Fee fi fo fum, come along for some family fun. Watch as Jack brings homes those magic beans, ascends the giant beanstalk and bests that giant to get that golden egg laying goose. 82-83.qxp_Layout 1 13/11/2019 12:09 Page 284 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY Aries Mar 21 - Apr 20 Determined to have your own way regarding a matter close to your heart, you will stop at nothing to achieve your goal. Someone close to you does not agree with your actions. Perhaps they are selfishly thinking only about their own needs rather than yours. Taurus Apr 21 - May 21 Having second thoughts about either a business arrangement or a situation in your love life? What seemed like a good idea initially is rapidly turning into a nightmare situation. Suddenly you are realising the pitfalls. You are looking for an escape route before it’s too late. Gemini May 22 - June 21 There are certain things you are not prepared to compromise on. You work hard and enjoy playing hard. You may utter romantic and daring words to your lover letting him or her know exactly how you feel and how you see your future together, or not? Exciting deals could soon be thrashed out over the boardroom table. Cancer Jun 22 - Jul 23 Initially a task may look tough but if you take a moment and step back you will soon discover an easier way of dealing with the situation. Your love for a certain person will be questioned. You will be asked just how deep does your love go? You will amaze people by revealing a hidden side of your personality. Leo Jul 24 - Aug 23 It’s time to cut back on your commitments and doing favours for others. when you are utterly exhausted and have run out of steam who is prepared to drop everything and come running to your side? At work, gossip mongers are going into overdrive, but you are smart enough to get the facts, putting you in much stronger position. Virgo Aug 24 - Sep 23 All too often you have worn your heart on your sleeve and its rarely paid off causing you to feel dejected and at a complete loss as to where you have gone wrong. Experience has taught you to keep your ace cards up your sleeve. A deep conversation with a trusted friend confirms that you are on the right track. Libra Sep 24 - Oct 23 For the first time ever, you are pleasing yourself. Avoid confrontation with someone who you know is making a huge mistake in life because even though they ask you for your opinion, it’s evident they are unprepared to listen, so why waste your breath? Scorpio Oct 24 - Nov 22 You see a relationship as worth the effort involved. Usually your tolerance levels are low. You are prone to boredom quickly and find sticking around a complete waste of time and energy. You are attracting more love interest than you think There is more than one admirer on the scene. Sagittarius Nov 23 - Dec 21 Someone who in many ways is your opposite could be the key to success in love. Instead of fretting about what to say and getting into a state, just start talking. You can only ever be yourself in these situations. You can, if you wish, put off finishing something that is boring you rigid. Astrology by Linda Lancashire 0776 4466381 www.lindalancashire.co.uk teresastanley1@btinternet.co.uk Capricorn Dec 22 - Jan 20 Loyalty is your middle name. 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The Pine Tree Emperor Moth is known as the ‘Christmas caterpillar’ thanks to its festive colouration. As well as offering a seasonal treat, it’s believed that the dish gives a little bit of luck for the year ahead to whoever eats it. The pooping log Parts of Spain still celebrate the Catalan custom of ‘Tió de Nadal’ or ‘the pooping log’. Basically, a log is hollowed out and given a face and legs. Once a day, from 8 December to Christmas Eve, children feed the log with small treats and water, and leave it under a blanket. Come Christmas Eve, the children beat him with sticks while singing lyrics including “If you don’t poop well, I’ll hit you with a stick, poop log”. When the log, um, poops out presents and candy, he is then thrown onto the fire. Christmas pickle It’s said that when German families decorate their Christmas tree, the very last ornament to be hung is the Christmas gherkin (or pickle). Typically, it’s made from blown glass and has been handed down for generations. 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