What’s On (Jul 13-15): Deja Vu & Different Language Garden Party, Classics In The Park and more

Hull will host the Deja Vu & Different Language Garden Party on Saturday - an 11-hour Ibiza-style open air and indoor dance festival at Hull University Union terrace and gardens.

Revellers will also be able to frequent the Asylum super club, and two other venues within the complex, giving organisers a capacity of 2,500 people.

The line-up includes guests DJs from the USA, Mexico, Berlin, Ibiza, London, Liverpool and Leeds including American DJ Lee Foss along with Allister Whitehead, who has played legendary clubs such as the Hacienda and Cream.

Saturday, July 14 (from 4pm). Hull University Union, Cottingham Road, Hull. Tickets: £12 plus booking fee. Visit www.residentadvisor.net or visit the university.

 

Classics In The Park returns once again with an open-air concert at Brantingham Park, Elloughton on Saturday.

A variety of great artists are set to feature including the unique classical stylings of string quartet Bond. Refreshments and a licensed bar will be available, or you can bring your own picnic.

Saturday, July 14 (from 2pm). Brantingham Park, Elloughton. Tickets: £25 (advance), £30 (at the gate) Call 01482 665385.

Promotional video for the Deja Vu & Different Language Garden Party which is taking place at Hull University Union on Saturday

 

Cliff Richard Tribute Jimmy Jemain is bringing the authentic look and sound of the legendary performer to The Spa Bridlington on Friday.

Jimmy has appeared all over the world over the years from luxury cruise liners and five-star hotels to theatres.

Friday, July 13 (7.30pm). The Spa Bridlington. Tickets: £17.50 (Adult), £15.50 (Concession), £45 (Family 2+2). Call 01262 678258.

 

The UK’s biggest ever celebration of dance, Big Dance 2012, is coming to The Spa Bridlington on Saturday.

Community groups will be joining together in the Spa Gardens to showcase their work for a celebration which is sure to appeal to anyone who dances, wants to dance or wants to watch dance.

Saturday, July 14 (10.30am). The Spa Bridlington. Free entry. For further information, contact Michelle McCoy on 01482 392653.

 

The award-winning EYMS Brass Band come to the Bandstand at The Spa Bridlington on Sunday with an afternoon of entertainment.

Conducted by Musical Director Alan Morrison, the programme will cover a selection of music to suit every mood. All concert tickets will also include a cream scone tea during the interval.

Sunday, July 15 (2pm). The Spa Bridlington. Tickets: £15). Call 01262 678258.

 

Two of the world's greatest guitarists, James Burton and Albert Lee, are taking to the Hull City Hall stage on Saturday.

James Burton has performed on numerous number one recordings and has been described by Elvis Costello as a musician who is regarded as legendary by his contemporaries. Albert Lee has worked with artists including Eric Clapton, Dolly Parton, the Everly Brothers and Emmylou Harris.

Saturday, July 14 (7.30pm). Hull City Hall. Tickets: £22. Call 01482 300 300.

 

Being performed at Hull Truck Theatre this week is And a Nightingale Sang, a nostalgic story of an eccentric family waging their personal battles against the backdrop of World War II.

Amidst the air raid sirens and fears of poison gas, Mam makes strident supplications to Our Lady, Dad joins the Communist Party, Grandpa carries the remains of his beloved whippet around in a sack and daughters Helen and Joyce experience the joys, frustrations and heartbreaks of first love.

Friday, July 13 (8pm), Saturday, July 14 (8pm). Hull Truck Theatre. Tickets: £10 (£8 concessions). Call 01482 323638.

 

Popular children’s TV duo Charlie & Lola head to Hull Truck Theatre in their ‘Best Bestest Play’ this weekend.

The stars of the hit BBC TV series and books by Lauren Child are brought to life by a magical mix of puppets, live action and music.

Saturday, July 14 (11am, 1.30pm, 4pm), Sunday, July 15 (11am, 1.30pm). Hull Truck Theatre. Tickets: £12.50 (£11.50 concessions). Call 01482 323638.

 

Beverley Puppet Festival returns this Friday with a number of events taking place including puppet making workshops and free outdoor performances.

Puppet companies from across Britain will descend on the town for three days of performances and workshops.

Friday, July 13 – Sunday, July 15. Venues across Beverley, including Beverley Friary, and outdoor performances at locations including Toll Gavel. For more information and for tickets, call 01482 391672.

 

Hessle Theatre Company is staging Hessle Sing the Musicals on Friday.

The performance, which takes place at Hessle Town Hall, will see the company perform an evening of musical theatre performances in a cabaret style.

Friday, July 13 (7.30pm). Hessle Town Hall, South Lane, Hessle. Tickets: £8. Call 01482 222230 or e-mail helen@handhcomms.co.uk

 

Spend a midsummer’s evening in the grounds of Beverley High School this Saturday with a magical performance of Shakespeare’s best-loved romantic comedy, A Midsummer’s Night Dream.

Star-crossed lovers, playful fairies and raucous travelling players come together to create one of the most fun and frolicsome evenings of the summer.

Saturday, July 14 (7pm – grounds open at 6pm). Beverley High School, Norwood, Beverley. Tickets: £9-£13.50 (Family £40). Call 01482 881658/391672 or 0871 2200260.

 

Ten years after the release of the first movie in the popular series, Ice Age 4: Continental Drift sees Manny (Ray Romano), Sid (John Leguizamo), Diego (Denis Leary) and the gang return once again for another epic adventure.

This time, Scrat’s endless search for acorns causes the break-up of the Pangaea continent resulting in the group getting stuck on an iceberg which they use to sail the seas, encountering sea creatures and battling pirates along the way.

Trailer for ‘Ice Age 4: Continental Drift’ (U)

Ice Age 4: Continental Drift is showing in 2D and 3D at cinemas in Hull including Odeon, Reel, Vue and Cineworld. Check with your local cinema for times.