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wiZ kidZ - Arts news and events for families November 2010 Dear omss, Now that Hallowe'en is out of the way, everyone is starting to get excited about Christmas; so, to keep you going until the party season starts, we've got some cracking events to keep you busy this November! Final Fungi Fix at the Botanics Until Sunday 21 November If you haven't had a chnace to see the Royal Botanic Garen's blockbuster exhibition 'From Another Kingdom - The Amazing World of Fungi', don't miss it before it closes on 21 November. Discover the vital role fungi play in the health of people and the planet. There are a wealth of weekend drop-in events you can enjoy - meet experts showcasing amazing displays of fresh local mushrooms, explaining how fungi help and hinder plants, and demonstrating how to grow your own. For full events information check out our calendar at www.rbge.org.uk/events www.rbge.org.uk Royal Botanic Gardens Edinburgh, 20A Inverleith Row, Edinburgh, EH3 5LR   Half-price Children's Tickets this Christmas at The Royal Lyceum Theatre The Snow Queen Friday 3 December until Friday 31 December Hans Christian Andersen's magical story is a fun and adventure filled treat for the whole family this Christmas. The wicked Snow Queen plans to turn everything to winter, starting with one little boy, Kay, who falls under her spell...but Kay's friend Gerda undertakes a brave journey to the Snow Queen's ice palace at the top of the world, where she joins forces with the sun spirit and the beasts of the forest (as well as reindeers and polar bears) to save her friend Kay - and the whole world - from eternal chill! For more information please visit the Lyceum theatre website or phone the box office on 0131 248 4848. Tickets All children's tickets half price. Family tickets £60. Preview tickets on Thursday 2 December, £16 for adults, children half price! Fancy dress Friday 10 December Come in costume as your favorite character from the Snow Queen or just fancy dress to impress! Family Craft Activities Family craft activities will be taking place before the matinee performances on 21 and 22 December. Come and join in the fun! www.lyceum.org.uk Royal Lyceum Theatre, Grindlay Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9AX RSNO Christmas Concert featuring The Snowman Friday 17 December, 7.30pm Usher Hall Celebrate the magic of Christmas with the RSNO. Don't miss this family friendly event packed full of your favourite festive melodies, singalong carols and Raymond Briggs' enchanting film The Snowman. Shown on the big screen, the film will be narrated by Chewing the Fat star Sanjeev Kohli and accompanied by the Orchestra, featuring the wonderful Walking in the Air. So gather friends and family together for this special feast of Christmas cheer! Tickets: from £10, under 16s half price. For more information, click here, or to book, phone the Box Office on 0131 228 1155. www.rsno.org.uk Usher Hall, Lothian Road, Edinburgh, EH1 2EA Thinking of going to a show with your family this Christmas? Here's what's on... Brunton Theatre - Mother Goose Tuesday 23 November - Friday 31 December Click here for more information   Edinburgh Playhouse - Hairspray The Musical Tuesday 14 December - Sunday 9 January Click here for more information   Festival Theatre - The Secret Garden Thursday 9 December - Saturday 8 January Click here for more information   King's Theatre - Jack and the Beanstalk Saturday 4 December - Sunday 23 January Click here for more information   Royal Lyceum Theatre - The Snow Queen Thursday 2 December - Friday 31 December Click here for more information   Traverse Theatre - The Three Musketeers Thursday 2 December - Friday 24 December Click here for more information In This Issue Featured Article See what's going on in arts organisations around the city... BBC Scottish Sympthony Orchestra Click here to find out what's coming up   Brunton Theatre Click here to find out what's coming up   CEC Musuems and Galleries Click here to find out what's coming up Collective Gallery Click here to find out what's coming up Dance Base Click here to find out what's coming up    Edinburgh Playhouse Click here to find out what's coming up Festival Theatre Click here to find out what's coming up   Filmhouse Click here to find out what's coming up Hebrides Ensemble Click here to find out what's coming up Inverleith House Click here to find out what's coming up    King's Theatre Click here to find out what's coming up National Museums Scotland Click here to find out what's coming up National Theatre of Scotland Click here to find out what's coming up Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh Click here to find out what's coming up Royal Lyceum Theatre Click here to find out what's coming up Royal Scottish Academy Click here to find out what's coming up Royal Scottish National Orchestra Click here to find out what's coming up Scottish Ballet Click here to find out what's coming up   Scottish Chamber Orchestra Click here to find out what's coming up Scottish Opera Click here to find out what's coming up The Queen's Gallery Click here to find out what's coming up The Queen's Hall Click here to find out what's coming up Traverse Theatre Click here to find out what's coming up    UNESCO City of Literature Click here to find out what's coming up Usher Hall Click here to find out what's coming up Best wishes   The image at the top of this email is courtesy of Edinburgh Inspiring Capital www.edinburgh-inspiringcapital.com

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