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Weekend of Friday 27 November

November 27, 2020


Flash Briefing
What: AN AFTERNOON WITH ANTON DU BEKE
When: 13 December at 15:00 UK time Where: Online Ticket: Stream & Book - UK only - £20 Stream only - £10 Book here: https://www.fane.co.uk/online-shows/an-afternoon-with-anton-du-beke To celebrate the publication of A Christmas To Remember by Anton Du Beke. Out now in hardback, eBook and audio (Zaffre). London, 1938. This Christmas, you are cordially invited to the wedding of the year! Household name and all-round entertainer Anton Du Beke is one of the most instantly recognisable dancers today, best known for his role on the BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, which he has featured on since its conception in 2004. But Anton is also a Sunday Times bestselling novelist. This winter join him for a festive celebration of his new book A Christmas to Remember – Anton’s third novel, set in the exclusive Buckingham Hotel. As the Christmas season approaches, life at the exclusive hotel is busier than ever, with guests arriving from around the world, seeking comfort, relaxation and refuge as tensions build across Europe and it looks like another war is imminent. As the band strikes up in the Grand Ballroom to celebrate the nuptials of debonair demonstration dancer Raymond and chambermaid Nancy, one thing is certain – this will be a Christmas to remember. Spend an afternoon with one of Britain’s best-loved dancers, as he shares the inspiration behind his hit novel series, and brings all the wit, charm and style he's famous for to this very special online event. The ‘Stream and Book’ package includes a unique ticket for the stream, and a SIGNED copy of A Christmas To Remember (RRP £18.99). The standard ‘stream’ package consists of a unique ticket for the stream only. The event will initially be broadcast on 13 December at 15:00 UK time. It will be available to view up to a week after the event has ended and can be accessed worldwide.

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What: THE THRONE ROOM
Where: Online Cost: Free Link: https://www.rct.uk/visit/the-state-rooms-buckingham-palace/highlights-of-buckingham-palace?dm_i=4SVR%2CFCVY%2CU6V18%2C1SY96%2C1#/#throneroom The Throne Room's dramatic arch and canopy over the thrones was the masterpiece of the architect John Nash, and was greatly influenced by his background in theatre set designs. Central to the room is the pair of throne chairs which are known as Chairs of Estate, and were used for the coronation ceremony of The Queen in 1953. There are also chairs made for the coronation of King George VI, and a single throne chair made for Queen Victoria in 1837. The chair embroidered with 'EIIR' was used by The Queen at the beginning of the Coronation, up until the point that she was crowned. After the crowning ceremony she sat in the Throne Chair, which is on display in the Garter Throne Room at Windsor Castle.

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What: MAKING RAINBOWS

Where: Online

Cost: Free

Link: https://www.rct.uk/resources/pdf-pack-making-rainbows

 

The sight of a rainbow can be so uplifting! After a rainy day, when the sun comes out and a rainbow appears, it can bring a smile and inspire hope.

 

Be inspired by some wonderful pictures in the Royal Collection that feature rainbows, and then use the activity sheet below to get some tips on making your own!

 

Rainbow activity sheet is in the link above.




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Weekday of Thursday 26 November

November 26, 2020


Flash Briefing
What: Magnetic North: voices from the Indigenous Arctic
When: 3 Dec 2020, 18.30–20.00 Where: Online Ticket: Free Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/magnetic-north-voices-from-the-indigenous-arctic-tickets-124114679347 Celebrate the cultural diversity of the Arctic and its importance to us all at this special Online Late, presented in partnership with Border Crossings' ORIGINS Festival. COVID-19 and the climate crisis are changing our way of life, offering a unique ...


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Weekday of Wednesday 25 November

November 25, 2020


Flash Briefing
What: TOAST | Traditional Tuscan Biscuits with Olivia Cavalli Williamson
When: Sun, 6 December 2020 19:00 – 20:30 PST Where: Online Ticket: Free Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/toast-traditional-tuscan-biscuits-with-olivia-cavalli-williamson-tickets-127788210979?aff=ebdssbcitybrowse Join chef and food stylist Olivia Cavalli Williamson to learn how to make two of Tuscany's most iconic biscuits. During this workshop you will create crunchy cantucci for dunking in ...


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Weekday of Tuesday 24 November

November 24, 2020


Flash Briefing
What: A Christmas Celebration filmed at St Albans Cathedral When: Thursday 10 December 2020, 7.30pm GMT Where: Online Ticket: £10 (with additional donation options available) Book here: https://www.rpo.co.uk/whats-on/eventdetail/1497/121/a-christmas-celebration-with-john-rutter We're delighted to share the news of this very special project which was filmed at the Cathedral last month. On Friday 23 October, we welcomed the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra to the Cathedral to fil...


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Weekday of Monday 23 November

November 23, 2020


Flash Briefing
What: A Night In with Sandi Toksvig
When: Thursday 26th November 2020, 6:30 pm Where: Online stream Livestream ticket: £10 Livestream ticket + book: £20 (Includes UK delivery, books will be despatched the week after the event.) Book here: https://www.theatresonline.com/shows/online-stream/a-night-in-with-sandi-toksvig Join one of Britain's best-loved celebrities, Sandi Toksvig - writer, broadcaster, activist, comic on stage, screen and radio for nearly forty years, present...


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Weekend of Friday 20 November

November 20, 2020


Flash Briefing
What: JUNIOR BAKING CLUB by Bread Ahead Bakery
When: Saturday mornings at 10am and 12pm Where: Online event, Zoom We’ve got the perfect activity to keep the kids entertained at the weekends, introducing our virtual Baking Club! Saturday mornings at 10am and 12pm we’ll be going live from the bakery, Rebecca will be teaching some of her favourite bakes for little bakers. How does it work? 1. Choose from our calendar of bakes, select the 10am or 12pm session. 2. Book onlin...


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