Visual Arts Addresses and opening times of galleries are given at the end of this publication. 16 March - 18 January 2014 Chilled to the Bone: Ice Age Sussex - Explore Ice Age Sussex and discover how ice has driven our evolution, why we have survived whilst the Neanderthals perished, and what the disappearance of ice from the poles could mean for our survival – Brighton Museum 06 July – 21 January 2014 Into the Blue - An exploration of the colour blue, using objects drawn from Royal Pavilion and Museum collections. Aimed at 5-11 year olds, exploratory and discovery-led – Hove Museum 12 October – 09 March 2014 Subversive Design - From high fashion to high street consumerism, cheeky ceramics to controversial chairs, provocative lamps to ‘rubbish’ jewellery, this major exhibition subverts your preconceptions and challenges your relationship with objects you use on a daily basis. Subversive Design explores how designers, makers and manufacturers react to the world around them, playing with form, function and materials to create objects that provoke and amuse. The exhibition includes work by a wide range of designers and makers, including Alexander McQueen, David Shrigley, Studio Job, Philippe Starck, Grayson Perry, Richard Slee, Campana Brothers, Vivienne Westwood and Leigh Bowery – Brighton Museum 02 November – 03 March 2014 Turner in Brighton - An exhibition in the Prince Regent Gallery, Royal Pavilion centred on our recent acquisition of J M W Turner’s watercolour Brighthelmston, Sussex (1824). Brighthelmston, Sussex captures a significant era in Brighton’s history as a seaside resort, and was for many years known only through an engraving by George Cooke published in Picturesque Views on the Southern Coast of England (1825). The original work remained effectively out of sight in private ownership for over 100 years. In January 2012 Brighthelmston, Sussex was put up for auction, and the Royal Pavilion & Museums successfully acquired it, with funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund and the Art Fund – Royal Pavilion Theatres and Shows 21 November – 4 January Cinders - Full of colourful characters, thrilling theatrical effects and sumptuous costumes Cinders is the perfect escape from the winter weather for all the family. 2pm & 7pm, From £8 – Emporium Theatre 14 – 18 January The Pride - Critically acclaimed, THE PRIDE is a hilarious and heartfelt landmark play about courage, compassion and the fear of loneliness in life’s journey towards self-discovery., Eves 7.45pm, Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm, £15-£37 – The Theatre Royal 17 January Old Times - Harold Pinter's darkly erotic and tantalisingly enigmatic drama explores many of the themes that characterised his finest works, 7.45pm Matinee Sun 8th December at 2.30pm, £7 - £10 - New Venture Theatre 22 January – 02 February Robin Cousins’ ICE Show - Dynamic and atmospheric, Robin Cousins’ ICE will draw you into its unique world. One where world class skaters glide, soar, flip and fly to a dynamic musical score in a truly theatrical setting, Various performance times, £11.25 - £80 – The Brighton Centre 24 January Anton Du Beke: Ballroom to Broadway - Don't miss the chance to see one of the world's best dancers do what the celebrities on Strictly Come Dancing can only dream of. Anton Du Beke is back once again with a thrilling new show, 7:30pm, £27.50, £32.50, £39.50 – Brighton Dome 27 January – 01 February The Perfect Murder - International best selling crime thriller novelist Peter James – who has sold over 15 million books of his Roy Grace series and been published in 36 languages – is to have his work adapted for the stage for the very first time, Evenings 7.45pm Wed, Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm, £11.90 – £37.50 – Theatre Royal 31 January Per-Mission - Aimed at young people aged 13 to 25, Per-Mission highlights the connection between sexual health and emotional wellbeing and invites us to reflect and question our own behaviour and that of others, 7.30pm, £10/£8 Concessions – Brighton Dome Guided Walks & Tours Blue Badge Guides : Brighton Revisited - First time in Brighton? Then this is for you . On foot or by coach, this half-day tour can take you from the charm of the 'Lanes' in the heart of the city, to the grandeur of the Regency squares, crescents and The Royal Pavilion. Contact us on [email protected] or by phone: +44 (0)7899 847352 Glenda Clarke – Registered Blue Badge tour guide Tel: +44 (0)1273 888596 to arrange a guide. Walks include Secret City, Brighton Past and Present, Offbeat Brighton, Brighton A-Z, Quadrophenia film tour and Mods & Rockers. Only in Brighton - Only in Brighton tour runs most Fridays & Saturdays 7pm, To confirm, check website or ring +44 (0)7954 482112 – Meet Outside Al Duomo Restaurant, next to the Royal Pavilion Shop. Walking Dead Tour - Based on Peter James's first two novels in his Roy Grace series, Dead Simple and Looking Good Dead this walk is a journey through Roy Grace's Brighton, 3-5pm. Saturdays, £10/£8 Cons, Under 5s free. [email protected] or by text to +44 (0)7775 870195. Other Guided Walks and Tours: Brighton City Walks – The Brighton story guided walk is open all year, booking is essential please contact Julian Clapp to enquire or book a tour on 07941256148 Brighton's Mystical Heritage Tour – With comedy, magic, time machines & origami – designed by ‘Brighton Rocks!’ tour company/outdoor group - also offering sunset/night/country pub walks & national tours/events - www.brightonrocks- tours.com – 07855 536510 - Meeting point: Outside Red Roaster Coffee Shop, St James's Street Ghost Walks of the Lanes - Ghost Walk of the Lanes runs for 12 months of the year (excluding Christmas and New Year period) on Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7:30pm & every day in June, July & August. No need to book – just turn up! – Meet outside Druid’s Head, Brighton Place Kreepy Kemptown Ghost Walks – Brighton’s longest paranormal tour. Nearly 2 hours of true tales to chill your spine! Every Saturday at 7:30pm. http://kreepykemptownghostwalks.webs.com/ . Adults £8, children £4, conc. £5 Palmeira Mansions Tour – Every first Sunday of the month - Take a glimpse back at Victorian life in a house tour which reveals the opulence, taste and lifestyle of a nouveau riche gentleman, 11am, £6/£5 – 33 Palmeira Mansions Take a Tour of the Oldest Hotel in Brighton - The First Friday of the month, and every Friday in August, tour takes approximately one hour, The Royal Escape, Smuggling, and Grand Occasions, 6pm, £5 – The Old Ship Hotel Theatre Royal Backstage Tours - Every Saturday, the tour is full of intriguing insights into the history and present day workings of Theatre Royal Brighton, 11:30am, £6 – Theatre Royal Other Events 30 November – 05 January Winter Wonderland Illuminations - Designed by Channel 4’s King of Christmas Lights, Paul Toole, the dazzling Winter Wonderland Illuminations start at 4:30pm daily and incorporate an animal themed light show synchronised to music – Drusillas Park 01 January Albion v Bournemouth - Welcome in the New Year & shake off the night before by wrapping up in your new hat and gloves, & heading to the Amex Stadium for a New Year’s Day extravaganza! 3pm kick off, from £25 Adults, £20 Seniors, £10 Under 18’s, & £5 Under 10’s – The American Express Community Stadium 02 January Gin Cocktail Masterclass - Come to the Hotel Du Vin to learn how to make a variety of gin based cocktails, 6.30pm, £25 – Hotel Du Vin 02 January 50 Shades of Cabaret - Audience and press alike loved the show in London, so now it is time to embrace the forbidden in Brighton, 7pm, £24 Per Person – Proud Cabaret Brighton 03 January Blitz Night - Retreat to our Supper club at 7pm and enjoy our traditional 3 course menu for £34 whilst experiencing a show like no other you’ve seen before! 7pm, £34 per Person - Proud Cabaret Brighton 03 – 04 January Krater Comedy Club - Eat, drink, watch and laugh as 3 top stand-ups and one of the best MCs on the comedy circuit entertain you. Please see www.komedia.co.uk/krater for opening times, £6 - £31 – Komedia 04 January Le Chat Noir - Oh La La! Proud Cabaret Brighton takes a French twist on Saturday nights at Le Chat Noir! 7pm, £49 per Person – Proud Cabaret Ballroom 04 January Joe Strummer Remembrance Night - Featuring Take the Fifth (Clash Tribute Band) and The Ramonas (Female Ramones) All profits split equally between Strummerville and Oxfam, 7:30pm, £13 - Komedia 05 January Bent Double - Hosted by star of Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, Zoe Lyons. “Critics’ Choice" The Times with headliner Kerry Godliman - Star of Derrickand Live at the Apollo, 7:30pm, £14.50 (nacho deal), £10.50/£8.50/NUS £5 - Komedia 07 January Action for Happiness - Action for Happiness is a movement for positive social change. We're bringing together people from all walks of life who want to play a part in creating a happier society for everyone, 7.30pm, Free Entry – Latest Music Bar 09 January 50 Shades of Cabaret - Audience and press alike loved the show in London, so now it is time to embrace the forbidden in Brighton, 7pm, £24 Per Person – Proud Cabaret Brighton 09 January Catalyst Club - Monthly event which blends the old traditions of a French Salon with debating societies, 8pm, £5 – Latest Music Bar 09 – 12 January Krater Comedy Club - Eat, drink, watch and laugh as 3 top stand-ups and one of the best MCs on the comedy circuit entertain you. Please see www.komedia.co.uk/krater for opening times, £6 - £31 – Komedia 10 January Lunchtime Concerts - Lucinda Houghton (soprano), Sara Gourlay (mezzo soprano) and Howard Beach (piano), 12:30pm-1:15pm,