APPRECIATING SHAKESPEARE IN PERFORMANCE: TWELFTH NIGHT

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Shakespeare brings together romance and carnival in this world of separated twins, hopeless love triangles, lyrical poetry and practical jokes. Watch the Festival Players' outdoor performance at Higham, followed by 

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JAZZ PLAYERS’ SUMMER SCHOOL

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

A serious, yet relaxed week for jazz players who are able to play and read music to rehearsal band standard. Play from Swing to Bebop in small groups under the 

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JAZZ CONCERT

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Our lively and diverting intimate evening of mainstream jazz with David Black and players from our residential Jazz course joined by very Special Guests saxophonist Alan Barnes and trumpeter Martin 

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FULLY BOOKED: CIRCLE DANCE RETREAT

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

An extended Circle Dance retreat. Newcomers, as well as experienced, are welcome to join this inclusive form of community dancing where no partners are required. Music and dances drawn from 

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FULLY BOOKED: SEMI-ABSTRACT MIXED MEDIA EXPRESSIVE LANDSCAPES

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Explore contemporary mixed media techniques using watercolour, gouache, acrylic inks and soft pastel. We may venture outdoors (weather permitting) painting and drawing in a dramatic Lakeland landscape setting but this 

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FULLY BOOKED: BOTANICAL COLOURED PENCIL: SUMMER SESSION

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

Ideal for those keen to spend a longer stay, maybe getting on with existing projects in our usual relaxed atmosphere, rotating individual attention so you may work at your own 

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SINGING & CIRCLE DANCE

Higham Hall College Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, United Kingdom

A real cultural experience as we explore songs and dances from other countries and cultures, giving you a chance to dip into singing, or dancing, if you are not sure 

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FULLY BOOKED: BOOKBINDING: BEGINNERS

An introduction to the basics of hand bookbinding using techniques, hardly changed in centuries. See how paper is prepared, then hand sewn into a single-section pamphlet and a multi-section book. 

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EARLY MUSIC SUMMER SCHOOL 2023

For competent singers, viol and recorder players, covering music c1450-c1650.  Instruction in choral/solo singing, viol and recorder playing, lute, plus vocal technique and various consorts. Plenary music-making sessions, lectures and 

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