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Opera Novice night dress rehearsal with Directors Talk At 6.30. If you have never been to an opera this is an ideal chance to give it a go at a very reasonable price. The opera is sung in Italian with English subtitles.

CANCELLED AS THE ROYAL EXCHANGE THEATRE IS CLOSED UNTIL AUTUMN An unforgettable vampire story adapted by Jack Thorne from John Ajvide Lindqvist’s novel and film.

Gareth Farr, the playwright,; proud Northener, was inspired by the closure of Britains working class pubs. The play spans 20 years & is a story of life, love, death & drink in a heart of a Northern family run pub.

Elektra, is a one-act opera by Richard Strauss, to a German-language libretto by Hugo von Hofmannsthal, which he adapted from his 1903 drama Elektra. The opera was the first of many collaborations between Strauss and Hofmannsthal. It was first performed at the Königliches Opernhaus on 25 January 1909.

CANCELLED AS THE ROYAL EXCHANGE THEATRE IS CLOSED UNTIL AUTUMN A play about memories and family life.

EVENT CANCELLED AS NATIONAL THEATRE HAS CLOSED James Macdonald directs Maxine Peake & Ria Zmitrowicz In this bold and gripping historical thriller.

The Red Shoes is a ballet choreographed by Matthew Bourne using the music of Bernard Herrmann. Orchestrations by Terry Davies. It is based broadly on the 1948 film The Red Shoes by Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger

Early bird Menu at Pierre Bistro Altrincham £15-95

An easy walk through the woods at Styal (nr. Wilmslow) followed by an optional light lunch at the Country Park Cafe. Gr. 2 2 mls.

Four night short break in Torquay on the English Riviera. Walking, steam trains, seaside pottering all catered for. A Sue and Judy production! FULLY BOOKED

Have the usual Steak Tuesday beforehand at the Gateway followed by a film TBA

A moderate ramble in the countryside around Disley followed by an optional pub meal. 6 mls Gr 3

This is a one day course where an expert speaker will talk about the Oak Tree in legend and natural history followed by a session on Mushrooms and Fungi.

Discover this astonishing collection of Japanese drawing by celebrated artist Taki Katei in first ever exhibition of his work outside Japan as part of UK-Japan Season of Culture

Only time for film as it starts at 19.40. Meet in cinema foyer downstairs for film 19.30 pm. I

This month's read is "The Familiars" by Stacey Halls

An easy walk down the side of the River Goyt to the Whaley Bridge Transhipment Canal Warehouse and back across the front of Toddbrook Reservoir to Taxal Church and back to the Shady Oak pub where an optional meal is available. Gr. 2/3 4½ miles.

An ingenious farce liberally sprinkled with Simon’s one liners. Seats booked C9-12 get in touch with me or book on line if you want to join us

Stephen Bell conducts the Halle performing these Russian classics, as popular and sensational on the concert platform as on the ballet stage, take all the prizes for sheer excitement. This is music that has found its way into all our hearts, often heard in films and on television, driven by vibrant dance rhythms and wonderful melodies.

Paddock Hill-B5085-Noah's Ark-Wilmslow Golf Course-Chorlet Old Hall-Carr Lane-Row of Tress-Lindow Moss.

Ceilidh with live band Boldwood , caller Bob Morgan

Explore Stretford's history ; delights. Led by Manchester Walk programme.

All you can eat buffet on a Wednesday night - Vegan only - at Sri Lankan restaurant Kandy in Macclesfield.

Meet and park at Layby just after the Honey Bee Meal or snack available at the National Trust cafe.

Start the weekend without cooking. Joseph Holts pub The Griffin is offering a Beer battered fish with chips, peas or mushy peas and a drink for £9.95 as well as its usual extensive menu.

Monthly committee meeting. If you have any suggestions please let Shirley know.

Its that red time of year again and you didn't feel the need to invest in a commercial card and roses. With your spare money enjoy our annual trip to the Indian meal with friends and new friends We have been here before and enjoyed it. For details of menu have a look at the website

Hilarious comedy accompanied by local ukelele band

This month's read is "Becoming" by Michelle Obama

Walk 6 mile not flat but no major climbs. pleasant countryside