wiZ kidZ - Arts news and events for families
January 2011
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Dear omss,
The Christmas shows may be almost over, but there's still plenty to do in Edinburgh . In fact, there's a whole new season of events bursting forth on the Edinburgh arts scene. There are new events at the National Museum of Scotland, a fresh run of classes at the Lyceum theatre and the highly-awaited Voice of a City Family Day with the Scottish Chamber Orchestra and Edinburgh City of Literature coming up early next month. Don't miss out, spring into the season today!
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Voice of a City Family Day and Concert
Scottish Chamber Orchestra |
 The Voice Of A City Concert Saturday 5 February, 3pm
The Scottish Chamber Orchestra is joined by singers of all ages from across Edinburgh for a family concert celebrating the city's riches in music and words from past and present. The concert opens with The Land of Counterpane - poems from Robert Louis Stevenson's A Child's Garden of Verses set to music by Howard Blake, composer of The Snowman. It's followed by The Voice of a City, an affectionate portrait of Edinburgh by Edward Harper which brings the streets of Auld Reekie alive with the help of the One o'Clock Gun, Sean Connery, Miss Jean Brodie and many others. The SCO is joined by a massed community choir of all ages and City Organist John Kitchen, conducted by Garry Walker. Tickets: Adults £10, Senior Citizens £8, Under 16s/Students £5, Family Ticket £25. Box Office 0131 228 1155 Scottish Chamber Orchestra and the Usher Hall presents 
The Voice Of A City Family Day Part of the Edinburgh UNESCO City of Literature Let's Get Lyrical campaign. Scots Story And SongEnjoy a taste of traditional Scots story and song for all ages, in these 30-minute sessions from storytellers Ewan McVicar and Stuart McHardy. 10.30am / 11.30am / 1pm BookbugThese 30-minute fun and lively activity sessions are for families with children from birth to 4. Come along to join in with songs, rhymes and a story. 11am & 1.30pm Composition session: setting words to musicCome along to this interactive demonstration - for older teens and adults - delivered by music staff and students from Stevenson College Edinburgh. Bring a favourite contemporary poem you'd like to set to an original musical accompaniment - or just drop in and listen. 12pm - 2pm iComposeTry your hand at creating and playing music. These 30-minute workshops are open to children and parents of all ages, with no need for prior musical knowledge. The musicians from Drake Music Scotland will be on hand to help you discover your composing talents! 11am /12pm / 1pm Tickets: Free, non-ticketed Box Office 0131 228 1155www.usherhall.co.ukUsher Hall, Lothian Road, Edinburgh, EH1 2EA |
Do you love a bit of drama?
Royal Lyceum Theatre |
| On top of the Voice of a City Family Day, Let's Get Lyrical has plenty of events lined up around this city this coming February. Highlights include:
Family-Friendly Backstage Tours Royal Lyceum Theatre
Saturday 5 February, 10am and 11am
Tread the boards at the Lyceum on this family-friendly backstage tour. Visit the green room, find out how the lighting and sound comes together, explore the current set and feel what it's like to appear onstage. You might even see the theatre ghost! To book call Box Office on 0131 248 4848.
Suitable for anyone aged over 5
How much: £3 for adults £2 for under 16s Singin' in the Rain Filmhouse
Sunday 6 February, 1pm Come and sing along with the unforgettable songs in one of the greatest film musicals ever! Gene Kelly stars in this hilarious and entertaining tale of cinema's transition from silent films to talkies. Song lyrics will be projected onto the screen - join in with the fun!
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Do you love a bit of drama?
Royal Lyceum Theatre |
Lyceum Youth TheatreLyceum Youth Theatre currently has spaces available in its weekly drama classes for Play LYT (for 5-7 year olds) and Mini LYT (for 8-10 year olds) Classes start this week so to book see the information below! For information on LYT classes for ages 10 - 18 or to be added to the mailing list contact John Glancy on 0131 248 4830 or jglancy@lyceum.org.uk. LYT Play (5-7 years) Play combines games and lively activities, exploring drama through play. Sessions are run by drama tutors who have specific professional experience working with this age range. When: Fridays, 2pm - 3.30pm How: To book call Box Office on 0131 248 4848How much: £25 per block (first come, first served) Mini LYT (8 - 10 years) When: Fridays 3.30-5pm or Thursdays 4.30-6pm How: Call John Glancy on 0131 248 4830 or email jglancy@lyceum.org.uk. How much: £75 per term Play TimeJoin in with Play Time, the Lyceum's fun drama sessions for 2-4 year olds and their parents/carers. This term they will be making books including pictures, songs, photos and, of course, a story. Play Time uses simple drama techniques to stimulate children's creativity and to develop communication and language skills, as well as confidence and social skills. When: Wednesdays 10.30 - 11.30am until Wednesday 9 February (further sessions will be ongoing throughout school terms) How: To book call Box Office on 0131 248 4848How much: £6 = 1 adult and 1 child, extra children = £3 each Age group: pre-school children aged 2-4 years and parents/carers www.lyceum.org.ukRoyal Lyceum Theatre, Grindlay Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9AX |
February at the Festival Theatre
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 Wee Stories Theatre presents The Singing Kettle: Fun Factory Friday 21 - Sunday 23 JanuaryFri 10am / Sat 11am & 2pm / Sun 12pm & 3pmThe excited Singing Kettle team Cilla, Artie, Gary and Kevin have been left in charge of the Toy Making Machine at the Fun Factory and will need the help of the audience to make sure every toy is made properly and on time. Even with all the work to do, there's still time for lots of Kettle Openings bursting with surprises. Join in with heaps of non-stop singalong favourites like 'Jelly Belly', '10 Green Bottles', and 'The Nonsense Song' as well as some brilliant brand new songs. Remember to dress up in a funny hat! Tickets: Family Saver (4 people, max 2 adults) - £45 Peter Pan on Ice Wednesday 9 - Sunday 13 February Wed - Sat evenings 7.30pm / Wed, Sat & Sun 2.30pm A spectacular adaptation of J.M. Barrie's magical story of the boy who never grew up hits Edinburgh when the world renowned Russian Ice Stars perform Peter Pan on Ice. Mysterious lands filled with pirates, Indians and ticking crocodiles will transport visitors back in time to a wonderful world of makebelieve, as Wild Rose Ice Theatre brings to life the book which has inspired generation after generation. The show promises to be both lavish and spectacular, dazzling with its sheer beauty and elegance that will thrill the whole family. Tickets: Children under 16 go ½ price! Phone the Box Office on 0131 529 6000 or visit festivaltheatre.org.uk for more information. Booking Fee Applies. www.festivaltheatre.org.uk Festival Theatre, 13/29 Nicolson Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9FT |
Spring at the National Museum of Scotland
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Wee Stories Theatre presents Oor Rabbie Sunday 23 January, 12.30pm, 2.30pm (1hr) Free Join acclaimed folk musician Wendy Weatherby and storyteller Andy Cannon for an original theatrical performance celebrating the life of Robert Burns. Discover the history of the famous bard through his best-known works in this fun family show. Chinese New Year Saturday 5 - Sunday 6 February, 12pm - 4pm (Drop-in)Join us to celebrate the Year of the Rabbit with colourful celebrations and a chance to make your own Chinese Dragon to take home. www.nms.ac.ukNational Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF |
 Enjoy a brisk winter walk in the Garden and warm up afterwards in our Glasshouses or with a hot drink. We've got some super drop-in family events lined up over the next few weeks: Saturday 22 January: Learn how to tell the difference between trees in winter Sunday 23 January: Find out more about Australian plants and animals (sister event at the Zoo on 22 Feb) Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 January: Join the RSPB to celebrate their nation-wide Big Garden Birdwatch Saturday 5 & Sunday 6 February: Locate the treasure using the names of some of the Garden's 'Champion' trees (the largest of their kind) For more details visit www.rbge.org.uk/events. www.rbge.org.ukRoyal Botanic Gardens Edinburgh, 20A Inverleith Row, Edinburgh, EH3 5LR |
Burns' Day Celebration at Usher Hall
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Burns' Day Celebration - Emerging Artists SeriesTuesday 25 January, 2.30pm
The Usher Hall and Live Music Now Scotland team up on a brand new initiative, Edinburgh's first ever Emerging Artists Series. Live Music Now supports young musicians of all genres at the outset of their professional careers while making high quality live music as widely accessible as possible. The Emerging Artists Series offers everyone a chance to hear tomorrow's star performers today! A Burns' Day celebration of Scottish traditional music brings the first Emerging Artists Series to a close, led by Anna Massie and Mairearad Green along with Gary Innes and Ewan Robertson. Duration: 45minutes, plus an opportunity to meet the artists afterwards in the cafe. Tickets: £2 | children and students go free (free tickets not available online, please call 0131 228 1155). www.usherhall.co.ukUsher Hall, Lothian Road, Edinburgh, EH1 2EA |
Wean's World at Filmhouse
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Films for a younger audience. Tickets cost £2.50 per person, big or small!Pooh's Heffalump MovieSunday 30 January at 1pm & Monday 31 January at 11amAn amusing, beautifully drawn film, taken from the stories of AA Milne and centred on the budding friendship between Roo, son of Kanga, and Lumpy, a baby heffalump. For more information, click here. Toy Story 3 Sunday 13 Februay at 1pm & Monday 14 February at 11amToy Story is back with brand new characters alongside the old favourites - who have been abandoned at a daycare centre, and must secure their escape! www.filmhousecinema.comFilmhouse, 88 Lothian Road, Edinburgh |
Free workshops at the Writers' Museum
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Saturday 19 February 10.30am - 12.30pm or 1.30 - 3.30pmLady Stair's House, High Street Pick a line from one of your favourite songs. Is it funny, sweet, serious? Come to the Writer's Museum and try to illustrate the feelings which come from songs; colours, shapes, script and movement. Think about the shape of the words we use. For booking, please contact Margaret Findlay on 0131 529 3963, or via email. For families with children aged 6 plus. www.edinburghmuseums.org.ukThe Writer's Museum, Lady Stair's Close, Edinburgh, EH1 2PA |
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