Whats On

Funtastic Futures
A new, non profit making, group has been set up by parents of special needs children specifically for children and young adults with learning and physical disabilities. The sessions take place every Thursday from 5pm at The Ashley School, Lowestoft and cost £1 per session. Parents are asked to stay on site and to have the opportunity to socialise over a tea or coffee. If you have any questions or would like to volunteer your time to the group you can contact David or Cheryl on 01502 518660 or Adrian and Nicola on 01502 587814. Activities include drama, singing and dance.

Acting for Adults
The Seagull Theatre are holding classes for beginners and experinced actors every Tuesday at 7.30pm. This is your chance to have fun and learn with highly respected actors Tony Scannell (ex- The Bill) and Agnes Lillis. Classes are £4.00. For further information contact The Seagull Theatre in Morton Road, Pakefield on 01502 589726, or email acting@theseagull.co.uk.

Craft Fayre
A craft fayre is held every Tuesday at the Methodist Church in Corton from 9.30am to 3pm. Admission is free, donations will go to the British Heart Foundation.

Mencap Coffee Morning
The Ark Centre in Water Lane, Lowestoft are holding coffee mornings every Tuesday from 9.30am till 11.30am for parents and under 5's with special needs. For further information contact 01502 502230.

Seagull Theatre Auditions
Mon 6th Sep 2010 - Wed 8th Sep 2010
Auditions for the next Seagull Theatre Club Christmas production - 'The Nutcracker' are to be held at the Seagull Theatre Room 3 from 7.30 on Monday 6th September and Wednesday 8th September. All welcome.

Out There Festival Auditions
Wed 8th Sep 2010
Auditions for talented local young people to get a performance slot at this year's Out There Festival are being held at the King Centre in Great Yarmouth on Wednesday 8th September from 4pm till 7pm. Auditions include performing a short piece in front of the panel. If you are interested in signing up for an audition slot or to find out more about Slam please contact Laurie Miller-Zutshi on 01493 846 187 or email creativelearning@seachangearts.org.uk .

Annual Flower Festival
Sat 11th Sep 2010 - Mon 13th Sep 2010
The theme this year is "Songs of Celebration". Saturday, Sunday and Monday 13th September at The Church of St. Mary the Virgin in Somerleyton. Church open daily from 10am till 5pm. Refreshments, bric a brac, raffle, tombola, books and crafts. All welcome.

Music Hall
Sat 11th Sep 2010
A variety of music and song presented by Marion Small plus friends, at The Seagull Theatre in Pakefield on Saturday 11th September from 7.30pm. The event is in aid of Fen Park Friends and The Seagull. Tickets are £5. Contact the box office on 01502 589726 for details.

Charity Waterwalk
Sun 12th Sep 2010
WaterWalk is a sponsored walk along Lowestoft seafront to be staged on Sunday 12th September. All funds raised will go to Cancer Research Uk. The course will run from the Royal Green up to the cliffs of Pakefield. Entry costs £5 for individuals or £20 for teams of five. Children under 14 are free but must be accompanied by an adult. To register visit the website below or call 01502 533 398.

Website: www.waterwalk.co.uk

3rd Annual Custom Bike Show
Sun 12th Sep 2010
Sunday 12th September, The Lady of the Lake, Oulton Broad. £2.00 entry with trophies for best bikes. Beer festival and bands all day. All proceeds to Warren School Association Minibus Appeal. All welcome.

The Grand Henham Steam Rally
Sat 18th Sep 2010 - Sun 19th Sep 2010
This year's event will be held on 18th & 19th September at Henham Park near Southwold, with one of the main attractions being a pageant looking at "Fire Fighting Through the Ages". There will be heavy and light horse displays, the Colchester bird of prey display team, the Lowestoft dog agility display team, the Southwold & Reydon Corps of Drums and the Urban Allstars Majorettes. In addition there will be over a thousand vintage vehicles on display, the Ken Fox Wall of Death, Punch & Judy show, the Royal British Legion Leiston Band, craft demonstrations, a ride-on miniature railway, funfair, trade stalls, food stalls and a licenced bar. A percentage of the profits from this event will go to Help an East Coast Child. Visit the website below for ticket information.

Website: www.henhamsteamrally.com.

The Crucible
Sat 18th Sep 2010
Arthur Miller's chilling masterpiece The Crucible depicts the infamous witch hunt that turned an entire community against itself. The Crucible will be performed by The Black Ram Theatre Company and comes to The Seagull Theatre in Pakefield on Saturday 18th September. Tickets are £12.00 and £10.00 and are available from the box office on 01502 589726.

Website: www.theseagull.co.uk

Halesworth Open Day
Sat 25th Sep 2010
Saturday 25th September from 9am till 5pm. Shops in Halesworth town centre will be offering discounts/promotions to celebrate the Scarecrow Festival event. Kids are invited to dress as scarecrows and judging for best outfit will take place at 2.30pm in the market place.

Steve Brookstein
Sat 9th Oct 2010
Former contestant and winner of X Factor in 2004, Steve Brookstein, comes to The Seagull Theatre in Pakefield on Saturday 9th October. He will be supported by his wife, Eileen Hunter, an accomplished jazz singer launching her new album. Tickets are £10.00 and £9.00 and are available from the box office on 01502 589726.

Website: www.theseagull.co.uk

Guys & Dolls production
Tue 19th Oct 2010 - Sat 23rd Oct 2010
The Waveney Light Opera Group's new production of "Guys and Dolls" will be performed at Beccles Public Hall from 19th to 23rd October. Tickets on sale from September priced £9.50, £9.00 and £8.50 (concessions) and are available by calling 01502 712329 or email business@wlog.org.uk.