Your guide to activities, exhibitions, craft fairs, theatre, dance, & events in Ipswich

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May
29
Sun
May 29 all-day
00:00
A programme of 77 guided walks across Suffolk from 14th May to 5th June 2016. Too many that we couldn’t list them all, so why not head over the theRead more
May
29
Sun
Duckie - Pulse Festival 2016 @ New Wolsey Studio
May 29 @ 11:00 – 12:00
11:00
A retelling of The Ugly Duckling. A show for all ages, perfect for the entire family. Presented by Le Gateau Chocolat Walking a little differently. Sounding a bit strange. DuckieRead more
May
29
Sun
EACH Ipswich Colour Dash @ Christchurch Park
May 29 @ 11:00
11:00
Back for it’s third year is the popular, and very messy, Colour Dash at Christchurch Park Ipswich! Run, walk or jog a 5km route, but be prepared to be showeredRead more
May
29
Sun
Vuelos @ DanceEast
May 29 @ 13:30
13:30
Multi-award winning international company Aracaladanza returns to the UK to delight audiences with their new dance theatre production Vuelos (Flights), made especially for families. After critically acclaimed Constellations (2012), CloudsRead more
May
29
Sun
Nel - Pulse Festival 2016 @ New Wolsey Theatre
May 29 @ 14:00 – 15:15
14:00
A story about what it means to be an introvert Presented by Scratchworks Meet Nel: a foley artist. Don’t know what that is? Don’t worry, not many do. Nel bringsRead more
May
29
Sun
Open Day @ RAF/USAAF Martlesham Heath Control Tower Museum
May 29 @ 14:00 – 17:00
14:00
Share this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Google+Read more
May
29
Sun
May 29 @ 16:00 – 17:00
16:00
An intimate perspective from the hidden lives of football hooligans Presented by Full Pelt Theatre Burnley, 1987. A wasteland. A stone’s throw away from a football ground. Adam has aRead more
May
29
Sun
May 29 @ 16:00 – 17:00
16:00
A play about hoping for happiness and settling for success Presented By People You May Know The Goldilocks Principle: “Humans make decisions that avoid the extremes, reduce any risk ofRead more
May
29
Sun
Labels @ New Wolsey Studio
May 29 @ 19:30 – 20:30
19:30
A human story from multicultural Britain Presented by Worklight Theatre “Terrific and really thoughtful” Lyn Gardner, The Guardian Worklight Theatre’s multi-award winning show is a funny, moving and honest storyRead more
May
30
Mon
I want to Ride my Bicycle! @ Ipswich Transport Museum
May 30 all-day
00:00
An event focussing on ‘two wheeled’ items in our collection, including demonstrations of vintage and historic bicycles. See a Boneshaker, Penny Farthing and perhaps a Raleigh Bomber. Reduced admission forRead more
May
30
Mon
May 30 all-day
00:00
A programme of 77 guided walks across Suffolk from 14th May to 5th June 2016. Too many that we couldn’t list them all, so why not head over the theRead more
May
30
Mon
@ New Wolsey Studio
May 30 @ 12:00 – 13:10
12:00
A very personal research project into the Loch Ness monster Presented by Bucket Club Vanessa’s dad was determined: he was going to be the first person to conclusively prove theRead more
May
30
Mon
Springboard (7+) @ DanceEast
May 30 @ 16:30 – 17:30
16:30
This class is for children with additional needs and carers are not required to attend unless personal care is needed. The tutors have extensive experience teaching dance to young peopleRead more
May
30
Mon
May 30 @ 18:30 – 19:30
18:30
A multimedia show attempting to capture the 2015 summer solstice Presented by Breach By Phil Johnson 2015 saw 30 years since the Battle of the Beanfield, a brutal crackdown onRead more
May
30
Mon
Spring Awakening @ New Wolsey Theatre
May 30 @ 19:45 – 21:45
19:45
The Gallery Players are proud to present a Regional Premiere of Spring Awakening. Based on Frank Wedekind’s groundbreaking and controversial play, Steven Sater and Duncan Sheik’s brilliant rock score andRead more
May
30
Mon
May 30 @ 20:00 – 21:00
20:00
The terror of a future that might be already upon us Presented by Proto-type Theatre From what might be a news desk, an office, a bedroom, a bunker under aRead more
May
30
Mon
May 30 @ 21:30 – 22:30
21:30
Expect people, or just ideas, in mindless frustration on the edge of some kind of revolt Presented by Barrel Organ “Outside someone is screaming – Just going for it -Read more
May
31
Tue
May 31 all-day
00:00
A programme of 77 guided walks across Suffolk from 14th May to 5th June 2016. Too many that we couldn’t list them all, so why not head over the theRead more
May
31
Tue
Lunchtime Concert @ St Mary le-Tower
May 31 @ 13:10 – 13:55
13:10
  The busiest promoter of classical music in Ipswich St Mary-le-Tower offers two series of lunchtime concerts a year, from May to October and in December, leading up to Christmas.Read more
May
31
Tue
Guided Walks Around Ipswich @ Ipswich Tourist Information Centre
May 31 @ 14:15 – 15:45
14:15
Guided Walks - Tuesdays Take a guided tour around Ipswich and discover something new about the town. The knowledgeable and friendly guides will introduce you to key facts about Ipswich,Read more
May
31
Tue
This Is Not A Magic Show - Pulse Festival 2016 @ HEG High Street Exhibition Gallery
May 31 @ 18:30 – 19:30
18:30
A performance of and about sleight-of-hand magic Presented By Vincent Gambini Forget everything you know about magic and magicians… Now remember it all again. A performance of and about sleight-of-handRead more
May
31
Tue
Ipswich Hospital Band @ St Peter's by the Waterfront
May 31 @ 19:30 – 21:30
19:30
Looking to join a group of musicians. The Ipswich Hospital Band rehearses each week at St Peter’s by the Waterfront, and is open to applications from anyone with a minimumRead more
May
31
Tue
Shakespeare’s RICHARD III @ The Avenue Theatre
May 31 @ 19:30 – 21:30
19:30
Red Rose Chain’s production of RICHARD III will have you on the edge of your seat with suspense! Expect thrills, laughs and the endless beauty of Shakespeare’s incredible history playRead more
May
31
Tue
May 31 @ 20:00 – 21:00
20:00
A cabaret piece about what happens when women are given an hour a day to think about being a woman Presented by Sh!t Theatre Women’s Hour – I’M FINE – Women’s Hour. First on Women’s Hour:Read more
May
31
Tue
No! - Pulse Festival 2016 @ New Wolsey Theatre
May 31 @ 21:30 – 22:30
21:30
A wonky homage to the woman damned for destroying The Beatles Presented By Jamie Wood A psychedelic ride, and a wonky homage to the woman damned for destroying the Beatles,Read more
Jun
1
Wed
Jun 1 all-day
00:00
Join at Ipswich to cruise the scenic River Orwell. Cruise under the Orwell Bridge, pass picturesque Pin Mill & see the busy international port of Harwich & before landing atRead more
Jun
1
Wed
Jun 1 all-day
00:00
Join at Ipswich to cruise the scenic River Orwell. Cruise under the Orwell Bridge, pass picturesque Pin Mill & see the busy international port of Harwich before continuing to RoughsRead more
Jun
1
Wed
Jun 1 all-day
00:00
A programme of 77 guided walks across Suffolk from 14th May to 5th June 2016. Too many that we couldn’t list them all, so why not head over the theRead more
Jun
1
Wed
Jun 1 all-day
00:00
This event is geared towards girls aged 8 to 19 and aims to encourage healthy relationships and friendships. Facilitated by Tender, the Conference will use theatre and arts to engageRead more
Jun
1
Wed
2
Thu
The Suffolk Show 2016 @ Trinity Park (Suffolk Showground)
Jun 1 @ 07:30 – Jun 2 @ 18:00
07:30
SUFFOLK SHOW Wednesday 1st and Thursday 2nd June - Gates open from 7:30am What to See & Do Above all else, it is the combination of things to see and do thatRead more
Jun
1
Wed
Show and Tell Day @ Ipswich Museum & Christchurch Mansion
Jun 1 @ 10:00 – 16:00
10:00
Have you ever found something interesting and wondered what it might be? Maybe you’ve found something curious whilst in the attic or whilst digging in your garden and want toRead more
Jun
1
Wed
Ipswich Youth Steel Band @ St Peter's by the Waterfront
Jun 1 @ 17:00 – 18:00
17:00
Designed to get young people involved in learning about traditional music from the Caribbean. Join our growing group which ranges from 9 years old to 19 year old. Contact theRead more
Jun
1
Wed
Joan - Pulse Festival 2016 @ HEG High Street Exhibition Gallery
Jun 1 @ 18:30 – 19:40
18:30
Presented By Milk, in association with Derby Theatre Written and directed by Lucy J Skilbeck Performed by Drag Idol Champion Lucy Jane Parkinson. Put your drinks down and your handsRead more
Jun
1
Wed
Shakespeare’s RICHARD III @ The Avenue Theatre
Jun 1 @ 19:30 – 21:30
19:30
Red Rose Chain’s production of RICHARD III will have you on the edge of your seat with suspense! Expect thrills, laughs and the endless beauty of Shakespeare’s incredible history playRead more
Jun
1
Wed
Jun 1 @ 20:00 – 21:00
20:00
An era of possibility, polyester and pubic hair Presented by Wardrobe Ensemble It’s 1972. An era of possibility, polyester and pubic hair. Ziggy Stardust is on Top of the Pops,Read more
Jun
1
Wed
Jun 1 @ 21:30 – 22:30
21:30
A hilarious honest and brutal show about loneliness, with film. Presented by Annie Siddons 5 years ago in the middle of a shitstorm of life events, artist, single mother andRead more
Jun
2
Thu
Jun 2 all-day
00:00
Have the iconic and world-famous Tower Bridge lift just for you! Cruise the River Orwell, scenic Essex coast & Thames estuary before passing through the Thames Flood Barrier & intoRead more
Jun
2
Thu
Jun 2 all-day
00:00
A programme of 77 guided walks across Suffolk from 14th May to 5th June 2016. Too many that we couldn’t list them all, so why not head over the theRead more
Jun
2
Thu
Guided Walks Around Ipswich @ Ipswich Tourist Information Centre
Jun 2 @ 14:15 – 15:45
14:15
Guided Walks Thursdays Take a guided tour around Ipswich and discover something new about the town. The knowledgeable and friendly guides will introduce you to key facts about Ipswich, it’sRead more
Jun
2
Thu
Fable - Pulse Festival 2016 @ New Wolsey Theatre
Jun 2 @ 18:00 – 19:00
18:00
A show about what we believe in, what we stand for, and what we can change Presented By The Flanagan Collective In Co-Production With Greenwich Theatre. A woman runs soRead more
Jun
2
Thu
Evening Guided Walks Around Ipswich @ Ipswich Tourist Information Centre
Jun 2 @ 19:00 – 20:30
19:00
Evening Guided Walks Take a guided tour around Ipswich and discover something new about the town. The knowledgeable and friendly guides will introduce you to key facts about Ipswich, it’sRead more
Jun
2
Thu
Suffolk School of Samba @ St Peter's by the Waterfront
Jun 2 @ 19:00
19:00
Suffolk School of Samba is a community group specialising in the performance of Afro Brazilian percussion and dance. With drummers and dancers, we can bring a whole carnival atmosphere toRead more
Jun
2
Thu
Shakespeare’s RICHARD III @ The Avenue Theatre
Jun 2 @ 19:30 – 21:30
19:30
Red Rose Chain’s production of RICHARD III will have you on the edge of your seat with suspense! Expect thrills, laughs and the endless beauty of Shakespeare’s incredible history playRead more
Jun
2
Thu
Jun 2 @ 20:00 – 21:00
20:00
A show about friendship, being woman and asking for help Presented By Rhiannon Faith A show about friendship, being a woman and asking for help. Quirky and outrageous dance theatre;Read more
Jun
2
Thu
Jun 2 @ 21:30 – 22:30
21:30
A collision of fiercely energetic dance and comedy Presented By The Hiccup Project May-We-Go-Round? is a collision of fiercely energetic dance and comedic
theatre. We jangle through the merry-go-round of romance,Read more
Jun
3
Fri
Jun 3 all-day
00:00
National Youth Dance Company is seeking dancers aged 16-18 (flexible in certain circumstances) who are passionate about dance and eager for a life-changing experience that will present career possibilities, raiseRead more
Jun
3
Fri
Jun 3 all-day
00:00
A programme of 77 guided walks across Suffolk from 14th May to 5th June 2016. Too many that we couldn’t list them all, so why not head over the theRead more
Jun
3
Fri
Jun 3 @ 17:00 – 17:30
17:00
An insight into the world of the Saturday job Presented By Eastern Angles Love, life, work it all happens in the fitting room. Taking place in a high street shop,Read more
Jun
3
Fri
Martlesham Heath Aviation Society - Monthly Meeting @ The Main Hall, Martlesham Heath Community Centre,
Jun 3 @ 19:30
19:30
Share this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Google+Read more
Jun
3
Fri
Shakespeare’s RICHARD III @ The Avenue Theatre
Jun 3 @ 19:30 – 21:30
19:30
Red Rose Chain’s production of RICHARD III will have you on the edge of your seat with suspense! Expect thrills, laughs and the endless beauty of Shakespeare’s incredible history playRead more
May – June 2016 May – Jun 2016