What's on - including Peterborough's European Cultural Heritage Festival
Enjoy music, dance, food, and crafts from across Europe at Stanley Park – plus there’s comedy, dance, magic and more across Peterborough this week.
European Cultural Heritage Festival
Stanley Park, Sunday, June 7, from 10am to 4pm
Enjoy a full day of performances, music, dance, food, crafts and community spirit as the festival returns bigger and better with inspiration from countries across Europe. Bomber County Pipes & Drums – a Highland band – will lead the parade at the start of the festival.
Pete Firman: Tricks & Giggles, Key Theatre, June 4
With over 4.5 million social media followers and countless TV appearances under his belt, Pete Firman is the UK’s top comic magician. Join him as he brings his trademark blend of magic and comedy from the small screen to stages
AMY DOWDEN & CARLOS GU: REBORN at The Cresset, June 6 Featuring a dazzling cast of world-class dancers, amazing live vocalists, and a soundtrack of iconic anthems from across the decades, the show will take audiences on an emotional and uplifting journey through show-stopping routines.
Activate sports taster day, Central Park, June 6, 11am – 3 pm
A record 16 sports clubs and activity-providers will take part, offering free tasters of sports and fun activities for children. Children can practise their football skills, ascend a climbing wall, and have a go at basketball, rugby, yoga, parkour, cycling and more. Age 7-14.
Murder Trial Tonight 4: Death of a Landlord at New Theatre, June 4 Victor Sloane, a wealthy and ruthless landlord, was found murdered in his office – police charged tenant Tre Bennet, a recluse battling mental health issues You are the jury. Hear the case from the prosecution and defence. Deliver your verdict: Guilty or Not Guilty.
Darrell Smith & The Soul Brothers Syndicate Presents: Northern Soul Orchestra at New Theatre, June 5 The show is narrated in a timeline style, going from Northern Soul’s humble beginnings at the Twisted Wheel (Manchester) and Golden Torch (Tunstall), to the Blackpool Mecca and Wigan Casino!
Hal Cruttenden: Can Dish it Out But Can’t Take It Key Theatre, June 5 Hal will be hilariously pontificating on subjects like middle aged dating, social media, the insanity of modern politics and the fact that his daughters love him but don’t respect him.
Wonders of Our Universe, New Theatre, June 6 Guided by astrophysicist Ian Hall FRAS, enjoy an awe-inspiring journey from the explosive birth of the cosmos to humanity’s first steps beyond our home planet.
Along the way, you’ll uncover the secrets of black holes, witness the birth and death of stars, and explore the breathtaking beauty of distant galaxies.
Desperate Scousewives, Key Theatre, June 6 A riotous, fast-paced comedy following the lives of three loud, no-nonsense Liverpool women and one nervous newcomer, all navigating life, love, loyalty, and lipstick on a tightly knit street. Starring TV comedy legend Crissy Rock.
SOUNDLE music festival
Queen Victoria Hall, Oundle, June 5-7
Featuring diverse rock groups, a solo artist and a choir, headliners are Stuckfish (Friday), The Blackheart Orchestra (Saturday) and on Sunday Franck Carducci & The Fantastic Squad.
Vintage & Miniature Steam Weekend, Nene Valley Railway, June 6/7
A celebration of steam, vintage vehicles and railway heritage
Join in a fantastic weekend bringing together steam, vintage vehicles and classic railway experiences. Enjoy a full day out with plenty to see and do for all ages. More at https://nvr.org.uk/
GIRLYPOP LIVE at The Cresset, June 7 Sing your heart out to incredible live tribute performances celebrating some of the most iconic pop stars such as, Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa, Ariana Grande, Olivia Rodrigo, and Chappell Roan! Expect powerhouse vocals, stunning costumes, iconic choreography.