What's on in the Coalville and Ibstock area this weekend

By Graham Hill

8th Jun 2023 | Local News

Impromptu Shakespeare is being staged at the 1620s House in Donington le Heath on Saturday
Impromptu Shakespeare is being staged at the 1620s House in Donington le Heath on Saturday

This weekend's Coalville events cover a wide range of entertainment - hopefully there is something for everyone.

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There is a double helping of Shakespeare at the 1620s House in Donington le Heath this weekend.

On Saturday, Impromptu Shakespeare will be performing at the popular visitor attraction near Coalville.

Sad that Shakespeare hasn't written anything new for over 400 years? Well, hold onto your doublets, ruffs and trunk hose. The Bard is back!

With story and verse improvised in the moment, enjoy a riotous new Shakespeare play every time – performed by a whip-smart cast. Packed with priceless wit, lyrical smarts, romance, and double-crossing, this leading ensemble do the Bard proud with a new one-act hit every time, inspired by audience suggestions.

Impromptu Shakespeare has been a hit at Edinburgh Fringe, Bristol Shakespeare Festival, and appeared on BBC Shakespeare Live.

You can find out more details of how to book HERE.

Then, on Sunday, there is a talk on Shakespeare's relationship to botany and a tour around the venue's Gardens to discover the plants mentioned.

Michael Arkle, the 1620s House's Garden Volunteer and Friend of the 1620s House and Garden will present his well researched and fascinating talk.

Passion, Poison and Politics are at the heart of how Shakespeare used plants as imagery in his poems and plays. The 'Passion' is conveyed through the strong expression of emotion displayed in his words, the politics is reflected in his profound interest in the colour of roses and political allegiance, and poison picks up the fact that the plot of three plays revolve around the use of lethal or mind-altering plant-based medication.

The barn will be open for Shakespearean themed refreshments.

You can find more details HERE.

The Coalville Drama Group's production of Goodnight Mr Tom runs until Saturday at the Adult Hall School in Bridge Road.

World War II tale about widower, Tom Oakley, living In a small village takes in an evacuee from London.

Soon realising that his young charge is damaged both mentally and physically at the hands of his strict mother.

He sets about undoing the damage, teaching him to read, write and draw, but his 10th birthday looms, the child is summoned back to the city.

There is a full weekend coming up at the Century Theatre in Coalville.

Friday sees a showing of the movie The Fabelmans.

Growing up in post-WW2 Arizona, young Sammy Fabelmans aspires to be a filmmaker but soon discovers a shattering family secret and explores the power of movies to see the truth.

Loosely based on writer/director Steven Spielberg's own childhood.

Stars Michelle Williams, Paul Dano & Gabriel LaBelle as Sammy.

More details are HERE.

On Saturday, it is the Plug 'n Play Special at the Century.

Each month the best of local talent is showcased. If you love open mic nights you will adore this!

Special offers on drinks. Drum kit available, please bring cymbals.

The Century Theatre in Coalville. Photo: Leicestershire County Council

Sign up at one of the Century's open mic nights every Wednesday in the bar area or email [email protected] to book your slot!

More details are HERE.

On Sunday, there is a production of Disney's High School Musical, with two showings at 2.30 and 7.30pm.

The Academy at Century Theatre's Production of Disney's High School Musicial Jr is based on the book by David Simpatico and a Disney Channel original movie Written by Peter Barsocchini

This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International.

You can find more details HERE.

Ibstock's Central Bar is hosting a night of Soul & Motown on Saturday with singing duo Vice Versa.

You can find out more HERE.

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