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EVENT LISTINGS What’s ON Tees Life rounds up a number of events that are happening around the region. Glenn Miller; Count Basie, Frank Sinatra and many more. Big indeed! When: Friday December 13, 7.30pm Where: The Princess Alexandra Auditorium, Yarm Price: Adults £18, Concessions £15, Children £15 Book: thepaaonline.org or on 01642 792587 JACK AND THE BEANSTALK PANTOMIME Fe-Fi-Fo-Fum, I smell some festive fairytale fun! The magic of pantomime returns to Darlington Hippodrome this year with a spectacular production of Jack and the Beanstalk, led by the strictly sensational Shirley Ballas, Britain’s Got Talent winner George Sampson, comedian Phil Walker and comedy-actor Daniel Taylor. When: Friday 6 December to Sunday 5 January Where: Darlington Hippodrome Price: Tickets from £22 to £23 including £2 restoration levy Book: On 01325 405405 or online darlingtonhippodrome.co.uk CHRISTMAS AT THE HULLABALOO The Polar Bears Group – a fun Christmas treat for young adventurers aged 2-5 years. When: Friday December 6 – Tuesday 24 December Where: The Hullabaloo, Borough Road, Darlington, DL1 1SG Price: Tickets: £8 - £10 Book: Box Office: 01325 405405 or theatrehullabaloo.org.uk ROCKLIFFE CLASSIC CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHTS WITH PAUL SKERRITT The majestic Rockliffe Suite will play host to five fabulous traditional Christmas party nights throughout December. Bring your party together to enjoy festive decorations, cosiness and lashings of Christmas cheer in the Rockliffe Suite. Dress to impress for a sparkling wine reception followed by a three-course meal and great music galore from Paul Skerritt, and it’s all followed by a disco. When: Saturday December 7, Friday December 13 and Saturday December 14, Friday December 20 and Saturday December 21, from 7pm to midnight Where: Rockliffe Hall Price: £60 per person Fridays, £70 Saturdays Book: Phone 01325 729999 or email [email protected] SYD LAWRENCE ORCHESTRA - LIVE AND SWINGING SANTA AT THE STATION Meet Santa in the magical grotto and receive a Christmas present. When: Saturday December 14, Sunday December 15, Saturday December 21, Sunday December 22, 10am to 4pm Where: Head of Steam, Darlington Railway Museum Price: Children £8, Adults £4, Family Ticket £25 (2 adults and 3 children). For members: Children £8, Adults free Book: Pre-booking essential. Tel: 01325 405060. Online: eventbrite.co.uk 2020 January JANUARY BURNS NIGHT Celebrate the life and poetry of Robert Burns with a Scottish-inspired menu in The Wellington Restaurant at Wynyard Hall. Sittings available from 7pm. Michael Penaluna and his team of chefs will create a delicious, seasonal menu, inspired by all things Scottish. When: Saturday January 25, 2020 Where: Wynyard Hall, TS22 5NF Price: 2 courses £30, 3 courses £35, 5-course Tasting Menu £50 Book: Contact the Restaurant on 01740 644811 (Opt 3). February FEBRUARY The ‘best big band in the land’ is back for a UK tour with their explosive new show Live and Swinging. Hold on tight for an exciting journey billed as stunning, dynamic and thrilling. Packed with all of your big band favourites, this one features the likes of GOLDILOCKS AND THE THREE BEARS A spectacular half-term family pantomime that’s just right! When: Tuesday February 18, Wednesday February 19, 1.30pm and 6pm Thursday February 20, 11am and 3pm. Where: Forum Theatre, Billingham Price: Tickets £14, Under 16s £12, Family Ticket £44. £1 off all seats booked before January 31, 2020. tees-life.co.uk 19