Events this month in Rochdale

This workshop lets you experience how comic actors and directors set about making their audiences laugh. A short talk will introduce Roman comedy: its content and authors and their use of stereotypes, stage-space and physical theatre. Then, using a section of a Roman comedy as a script, you will work together to bring out its side-splitting potential – from how you say the lines to what you wear and where you stand while you say them. 

Booking required - please ring Touchstones on 01706 924492. For older children aged 10-16. Unaccompanied children must bring a completed parental consent form issued on booking.

The Rotary Club of Rochdale East invite you to a Charity Folk Evening with Hindle Wakes and other special guests.

Tickets at £6.00 each bar facility and raffle. All proceeds in aid of the Rotary Shelterbox International Disaster Relief Fund. For more information contact Rtn. Ian Smith (Tel: 01706 524281, email: smiffy47@yahoo.com  

Falls Prevention Team & Armchair Dancing 

The Memory Wellbeing Cafes provide an opportunity for people with dementia and their carers to come together in a safe and welcoming environment where they can speak with each other, volunteers and professionals for support.

The cafes, which are based in the communities where they are most needed, have worked very well in other areas of the North West. They can help prevent feelings of loneliness and isolation by giving visitors the opportunity to speak to other people in similar situations as themselves.

Each cafe will have professionals from different organisations providing relevant information on a series of topics on a one-to-one or group basis. As well as this, activities, such as singing and dancing, will also be organised.

This session will continue on the third Friday of every month.

Written by Adam Pernak. Directed by Andrew Kearns.

Winner of the Royal Court Young Writers' Festival this brilliant debut play shows two brothers and their working-class parents. Jonathan, the high-flier, causes the death of his errant girlfriend's older lover, whilst David, a fighter pilot, is sent to the Gulf War. Both are killers, but one is revered as a patriotic hero whilst the other is imprisoned for his crime passionel. "... a beautifully simple play that wafts over the audience with the warmth of reality."

Rochdale Amateur Operatic Society are proud to present this fabulous Rodgers & Hammerstein classic. This show has become available to perform for amateurs once again after its long successful run in the West End following the BBC’S ‘How To Solve A Problem Like Maria’ programme.

This final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world’s most beloved musical and the motion picture remains the most popular movie musical of all time.

Ring 01706 643543 for any further enquiries or visit:
www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/sites/rochdale-amateur-operatic-society

Help the Rangers with a litter pick around the Lake. All equipment provided.

Duration: 2 hours.

Two of the country’s greatest shows come together at last in one fantastic concert to pay tribute to two of history’s most iconic acts. For the first time ever, these two masters of the theatre scene have come together to deliver the ultimate concert.

This live 2 hour concert features a non stop barrage of hits from two of the greatest bands of all time who will have you singing and dancing the night away.

supporting the RCB125 weekend

A circular walk from Healey Dell to Greenbooth and Naden Reservoirs via Rooley Moor Road. Bring a packed lunch.

Graded: Medium.

Duration: 4 hours, 6 miles.

A moderate 9.5 mile walk.

Allow time for parking and getting your walking gear on.

Due to the increased popularity of these walks, car sharing whenever possible would reduce parking congestion. Bring adequate clothing, snack and drink. With respect, no dogs allowed.

The Ramblers’ Association aims to encourage walking, protect rights of way, increase access on foot to uncultivated land and defend the beauty of the countryside. Walking boots and suitable clothing are advised for all walks. Leaders may turn away walkers who are not adequately dressed for the conditions.

For more information contact: David Kay 01706 374633 (or mobile 07944088699) or Maureen Rush 01706 632303.