SATURDAY, APRIL 14
Black and White Masquerade Ball:
A fantastic fun evening with, great music, supper , play your cards right, raffle all proceeds to Rossendale Hospice 8pm, tickets £7, non-club members welcome. Raising funds for Rossendale Hospice. The Sunnybank, Helmshore Road, Helmshore. BB4 4LQ. For more information ring 01706 216005 or 07725 172733.
SUNDAY, APRIL 15 The A Cappella Singers:
Under the direction of Rory Johnson, the A Capella Singers will be making their first visit to St Francis’ Church in Feniscliffe. Items of music to be performed are both sacred and secular, including Fauré’s Requiem and Fly me to the Moon. 2.30pm to 4.30pm, tickets £7 including refreshments, accompanied children under 12 go free. Further details and tickets can be obtained from 07729 63039 or 01254 249280. Further information is also available on the website at www.acappellasingers. co.uk.
MONDAY, APRIL 16 Yoga:
A gentle and relaxing session perfect for those new to yoga or for older people wishing to participate in some exercise. £5, 7.15pm to 8.45pm. The Civic Arts Centre and Theatre, Union Road, Oswaldtwistle, BB5 3HZ.
TUESDAY, APRIL 17 Creative Writing Group:
This group meets fortnightly to share ideas, skills and technique on creative writing. Led by a group of enthusiasts, all abilities are welcome. 1pm-3pm, £2. The Civic Arts Centre and Theatre, Union Road, Oswaldtwistle, BB5 3HZ.
TUESDAY 17 TO SATURDAY 21 APRIL Proof Theatre Royal, Ramsbottom:
As mental illness continues to afflict lives, and social stigmas still stand their ground, Summerseat Players’ latest production couldn’t be more topical: David Auburn’s Proof. First performed off Broadway in 2000, David Auburn’s modern classic was initially showered with rave reviews and accolades – including a Pulitzer Prize for Drama and a Tony Award for Best Play. In 2005, it was also adapted into an acclaimed film, starring Anthony Hopkins and Gwyneth Paltrow. Now, thanks to local am dram heroes the Summerseat Players, Auburn’s masterpiece is being revived on the theatre stage, with a five-night run at Ramsbottom’s Theatre Royal. The play centres on Catherine, the daughter of Robert, a recently deceased mathematical genius in his 50s and professor at the University of Chicago, and her struggle with mathematical genius and mental illness. Over a long weekend, the discovery of a mysterious notebook draws Catherine into the most difficult problem of all. How much of her father’s madness — or genius — will she inherit? For tickets priced £8, call 01706 826760 or visit ticketsource.co.uk/ summerseatplayers
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18 Huncoat Ladies meeting:
Anyone can attend and the meeting includes a guest speaker. Every Wednesday from 8pm. Accrington and District Blind Society, 32 Bank Street, Accrington, BB5 1HP.
THURSDAY, APRIL 19 Adult Art Class:
Painting and drawing classes lead by local artist, Julie Sharkey. 6pm to 8pm, £5. The Civic Arts Centre and Theatre, Union Road, Oswaldtwistle, BB5 3HZ.
Skoot - Singing for Under-16s:
A fun and relaxed session for young people who love to sing. 7pm to 8pm, £2. The Civic Arts Centre and Theatre, Union Road, Oswaldtwistle, BB5 3HZ.