Voicebox: Travel and culture

Mark Twain said that travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness. We tend to agree! In this Voicebox we will explore art and culture from an international perspective, as well as provide tips on how to plan your own trips, and store personal travel experiences.
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6 May 2023
Dance Performance - And the Summer Shall Follow
In a thought-provoking double-bill of contemporary danc, emerging choreographers Catherine Sleeman and Liezl De Wouters explore the link between personal and planetary well-being, inviting their audience to look both outward and inward for hope.
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20 March 2023
The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel: Mamma Mia for pensioners...?
Inspired by the award winning film, this inspiring tale of friendship, family and romance proves it’s never too late to take the leap and break free from the confines of a lifelong comfort zone.
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18 March 2023
The Clone Roses 25th Anniversary Tour at Burnley Mechanics
Are you a Stones Roses fan? If so, this is the show for you!
Do you also love The Smiths? You do? Then this is for you to see a Brilliant Tribute!
This is my Review of The Stone Roses 25th Anniversary tour with special guests The Smiths LTD.
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18 February 2023
Santiago Ribeiro in China, Moscow, Los Angeles, Spain, Portugal
In MG Studio, Los Angeles the art of Portuguese Surrealist artist Santiago Ribeiro will be the next one
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7 February 2023
Wodehouse In Wonderland review: Comedy? Musical? Tragedy? Children’s programme?
Showered with light-hearted humour, this witty dramatisation of Wodehouse’s life jumbles together literature, theatre and a dash of musicality whilst being sneakily educational.
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24 January 2023
Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody – Class, glamour and hard-hitting reality.
Rippling with emotion, humour and charisma, this film will drag you through the glitzy façade and into the seedy side-streets of stardom.
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17 January 2023
Carnatic Concert review
On the 2nd of January 2023 I attended a concert at the Raghavendra Swami mutt in slough. The concert consisted of a young vocalist and an extremely talented veena player. I have been to many Carnatic concerts however this was one of my favourites!
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23 October 2022
Project report on Cultural sessions for Brownies Girl Guiding
Overall Project review of sessions I ran with Brownie Girl Guiding. This overview includes how my leadership qualities have developed and I have learnt from my experience. Any things I would change for my next project.
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28 September 2022
Courting "Guitar Music" album review
Guitar music like you've never heard it before. An Indie band for the modern age, get ready to fall in love with the debut album from Liverpool quartet Courting.
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29 August 2022
Shrewsbury Folk Festival 2022
The action from the first two days of this year's festival
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10 August 2022
Ajeet "Blooming" track and music video review
A beautiful breath of stillness
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5 August 2022
Cassia "Why You Lacking Energy" Album Review
The Macclesfield band are here to tell you everything will be alright
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28 July 2022
Strettfest review: An ideal family day out!
On the theme of ‘carbon zero’, this lively event aimed to bring all generations together for a celebration of dance, music, and the visual arts.
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26 July 2022
Extraordinary environment to display artwork
Sculptures displayed amongst the wildlife is a fantastic idea. A walk in the forest and gallery all in one is more than I could ask for. With hundreds of unique sculptures in the 10 acres you will struggle with not being entertained or engaged.
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15 June 2022
Madame Tussauds: uneventful or exhilarating
Madame Tussauds, a great day out for all! The set designs, lighting, and live actors make a special experience with a fresh take on exhibiting the artists’ work. You are encouraged to interact with the wax models and have a laugh.
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21 May 2022
Review of Quantum Theatre's Macbeth
I went to the National Trust property Hartlebury castle to watch Quantum theatre’s production of Macbeth, a Shakespearian play performed by a cast of five talented young actors. Read on to hear my opinions on this show!
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2 May 2022
Les Miserables West End Review
Here's my review of the West End production of the legendary “Les Miserables” in the Sondeim theatre. A must see show, reads on to learn why.
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22 April 2022
Five beauty spots in the UK
Here are my top five locations you must visit in the UK.