Friday 10 March 2017

Celebrate the small things, 10 March

Today I'd like to celebrate the arts in all their glory.

First, I'd like to reiterate my celebration of Vicky Bultitude's contribution to ebook Strength Becomes Her - more here.

Second, I ran across an old acquaintance when out browsing in Uppingham a few days ago. I wandered into the North Street East Gallery and realised that I knew its owners, Hilary Salomon (whom I originally met at Zumba class) and her husband Michael Moralee. If you're ever at a loose end in Rutland, the gallery is definitely worth a look.

Third, I'm off to an intriguing event on at Kettering Arts Centre this evening: The Harry & Chris Show, which is described thus:

Having played together in various forms for over 10 years, World Poetry Slam Champion Harry Baker teams up with BFF/Jazz Musician Chris Read as the imaginatively titled ‘Harry and Chris’. After a debut sell-out run of ‘The Harry and Chris Show’ at The Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2016, they are bringing their brand of poetry, music, love and laughter all around the country.

They will be apparently be supported by Gecko, but there is no mention of what his/her/their/its talents might be, so your guess is as good as mine But honestly, poetry slam meets jazz - what's not to like!

Have a good weekend, folks.

Want to join in and celebrate with us? Hop over to Lexa's blog here and sign up.

10 comments:

  1. The Harry & Chris Show sounds like fun. Enjoy!

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    1. It was absolutely amazing - one of the best shows I've seen for ages.

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  2. You've been busy this week. It all sounds so fun! Have a good time with Harry & Chris and a wonderful weekend!

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    1. Thanks, Lexa. Only just getting round to responding to last week's CTST comments, so I don't think I'm going to manage a new post today.

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  3. Love your celebration of the Arts, Julia - hope that evening went with a swing!

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  4. The Harry and Chris Show sounds great - wish I lived nearer.

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    1. Well, if you're ever in the area let me know and I'll pop on the kettle, Wendy.

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  5. Not many people know this: Hugh Jackman taught at Uppingham school for a short time. Fact. I don't live a thousand miles away, so might make a trip to the gallery sometime.

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    1. I didn't know that, Ms Rix! Thanks for stopping by.

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