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HARLOW Theatre Company is set to present Sam Shepard’s A Lie of the Mind. Told in three acts set in Montana and California, the story alternates between two families after a severe incident of spousal abuse leaves all their lives altered until the final collision…
A FEW years ago, Gilston-based writer Karen Attwood wrote the book “Girl With A Gun”. Born in the Kurdish region of Iran, Diana Nammi became a fighter with the peshmerga – Kurdish freedom fighters – when she was only seventeen. Karen Attwood She had been…
HARLOW Playhouse. Les Miserables School Edition is coming to Harlow. Full details below.
THE NHS in Essex is encouraging eligible residents to book their Covid-19 spring booster vaccinations when the programme launches next week. If you’re aged 75 and over, or have a weakened immune system, you’re at higher risk of serious illness. With Covid-19 still circulating, your…
JOIN Heath Players for a relaxed evening of theatre and poetry on Monday 13 April at 7:30pm at The White Horse, Hatfield Heath. A spokesperson said: “On the night we’ll be reading “Lap of the Gods”, a one-act play written by Heath Players’ very own Roger Newman. Play readings are…
THE Brenda Taylor School of Dance and Performing Arts has performed at Harlow Playhouse since it opened in 1971, and returns this year to celebrate it’s 60th Anniversary and to proudly present ’60 YEARS AND ALL THAT JAZZ’. Join us for an unforgettable show as…
THE popular star of TV’s Street Psychic, Psychic Private Eyes and Psychic Academy, Tony Stockwell has a long-established credibility as one of the top Intuitive Mediums. Tony demonstrates his belief that those who have passed can communicate with their loved ones with detailed messages frequently including names,…
THE majority of community centres and village halls across Essex are operating on modest incomes, raising concerns about their ability to manage rising costs and unexpected risks, according to new analysis by Ansvar Insurance. Analysis of data from the Charity Commission for England and Wales…
JOIN us for a stranger than fiction night of true crime with ex forensics lecturer Jennifer Rees who explores the world’s most shocking and unbelievable cases. Jennifer’s previous theatre tour, The Psychology of Serial Killers, was a huge hit with audiences, selling out across the UK and Ireland to rave reviews.In this new show, Jennifer explores stories such as the serial killer who gained work in law enforcement whilst on the run -and ended up hunting himself; the female, balloon-carrying killer clown; serial killers on game shows-how their appearances led to their identification, and many more stories. A fascinating look at the strangest, but true crime stories, perfect for fans of true crime documentaries and podcasts.”riveting content, and extremely well delivered. 10/10 “audience review. Click below for more details. https://playhouseharlow.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/873656933
THE Buttterfly Effect to host Open Day for Professionals. Full details below.
EPPING Council is urging landlords to prepare for the Renters’ Rights Act, which takes effect on 1 May, marking the most significant reform to the sector in nearly 40 years. Reforms to the private rented sector in England are bringing in new rights and responsibilities…
GRIEVING Friends Support Network. Full details below. Screenshot
PUTTING up bird feeders in your garden may seem kind but it could be putting some species at serious risk, according to the UK’s largest bird charity reports the BBC. Millions of us regularly put out food in the hope of attracting our feathered friends,…
OVER the past few years, Caine’s Pizza has had a growing presence in Harlow. For local man, Charlie Caine, what started as a hobby when he was working in the city has now become his business. From perfecting the art of stone baked pizza to…
THIS World Art Day, 15 April, adult education provider, ACL Essex is launching a new series of art courses. The sessions are ideal for people looking to discover and express their creative side. Art courses are also a great way to meet likeminded people, while…
By Jade Edwards A HARLOW-based poetry community dedicated to emotional expression and mental wellbeing has grown to 4,000 members, providing a safe space for people to share their feelings and connect through writing. Poetry That Speaks, founded by local poet Ben Blye four years ago,…
