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Events listed by Date 2011:
Day 1 : Friday 27th
Day 2 : Saturday 28th
Day 3 : Sunday 29th
Day 4 : Monday 30th
Day 5 : Tuesday 31st
Day 6 : Wednesday 1st
Day 7 : Thursday 2nd
Day 8 : Friday 3th
Day 9 : Saturday 4th
Day 10 : Sunday 5th
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Festival Music & Drama
IN THE LOOP (15)
May 15th 2009 - May 21st 2009
The US President and UK Prime Minister suddenly fancy a war. But it'll be quick this time. Promise!
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FILM SCREENING Cherri (cert 15)
May 22nd 2009 - May 28th 2009
Cast: Michelle Pfeiffer, Kathy Bates, Rupert Friend
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Fal River Festival Opening Ceremony
May 22nd 2009
4.45pm
The opening ceremony for the 2009 Fal River Festival
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BragaTanga Play The Italian Cafe
May 23rd 2009
7pm Supper & 9pm Music
Exotic Mix of Mesmerising Melodies & Italian Slowfood.
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Baka Beyond
May 23rd 2009
8pm
African and Celtic soul at the Princess Pavillions Falmouth
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Ceremonial Hats For Eating Seafood
May 23rd 2009
1pm
Textile artists, including Nicola Donovan, will be working with the community to make wonderful, surreal hat creations which will make various appearances throughout the festival
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Salsa On The Square
May 23rd 2009
Come and get hot and sweaty showing off your 7-8.30pm
Salsa moves, in this Salsa Dance Off. With sizzling sounds and the chance to be crowned Best In Show, you'd be mad to miss this event.
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Brazilian festival - dance, music and acrobatics
May 23rd 2009
1pm-12am
Capoeira Workshops, Brazilian Show and Party incorporating Breakdance, hip hop, samba and capoeira (Brazilian art form).
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Get Cornwall Dancing
May 23rd 2009
2-4pm
Come and enjoy two hours of dance, with groups from all across Cornwall. There’s something for everyone. Just watch, or, if you’re feet start tapping, why not join in one of the taster sessions? A Getting Cornwall Dancing event, from The Works.
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Skinners FREE Live Music Event
May 23rd 2009
7-11pmThe Fal River Festival and Skinners brewery are delighted to bring you a free live music event in the festival marquee on Events Square.
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Mevagissey Male Choir
May 23rd 2009
Mevagissey Male choir at St Philleigh Church Saturday 23 May from 7.30pm
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Salon Sardonique at The Lunatic Fringe!
May 24th 2009
8pm
Salon Sardonique - an evening of Cabaret Manque at W.I. Falmouth
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Film Screening - Pirates of the Caribbean
May 24th 2009
6.30pm
Give your little ones a real treat and come down to Events Square early on Sunday evening to watch Pirates of the Caribbean with a twist.
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Film Screening - Anchorman
May 24th 2009
9pm
Give your little ones a real treat and come down to Events Square early on Sunday evening to watch Anchorman.
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Greenbank Open Day
May 25th 2009
BBQ, Picnic, Skinners Bar, Music, face painting plus much more....
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Celtic Party
May 25th 2009
7.30pm onwards
Big Shout about this ’The Fal River Festivals Celtic Party!'
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Film on the Fal – Poisidon Adventure
May 26th 2009
10pm
For three nights of the festival we are turning the King Harry Ferry into a floating cinema.
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The Gondoliers
May 26th 2009 - May 30th 2009
7.30pm
Truro Amateur Operatic & Dramatic Society presents this Gilbert & Sullivan classic: an evening of laughter and music in beautiful surroundings.
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Nankersey Male Voice Choir Concert
May 26th 2009
7.30pm
Come and see this famous choir from the old Cornish name for the village of Flushing
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Film on the Fal - Pirates of the Caribbean- Dead Man's Chest
May 27th 2009
10pm
For three nights of the festival we are turning the King Harry Ferry into a floating cinema.
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Mouths of the River
May 27th 2009
8pm
An evening of poetry and stories from some of the best Poets in Cornwall.
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Pendennis Brass Band Concert on the Square
May 27th 2009
Falmouth's only Performing Brass Band!
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The Riot Showgrrrls Help the Jaded!
May 28th 2009 - May 30th 2009
Bringing two of the best contemporary cabaret acts together for the first time, this will be an evening not to be missed!
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Johnny Winter at the Princess Pavilion
May 28th 2009
8pm
Blues/Rock Legend and A True Guitar Hero Without Equal
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3 Daft Monkeys Performance
May 28th 2009
2-3pm
Enjoy a foot tapping musical performance from Cornwall’s favourite folk band.
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Surfing Tommies
May 28th 2009
Set during the First World War, this poignant drama by Alan Kent follows the lives of three members of the Devon and Cornwall Light infantry on an incredible journey from the mines of Cornwall to the fields of Flanders.
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Great Sea Tea Dance
May 29th 2009
Main Event 3-6pm
Have fun and support the Mission to SeaFarers at this wonderful dance event.
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Smile Awhile
May 29th 2009 - May 30th 2009
Threemilestone Amateur Dramatic Society Presents Smile Awhile
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Made in Britain at the Princess Pavilion
May 30th 2009
7.30pm
A truly British night out filled with the very best music ever!
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Exclusive Songwriting Workshop with Dean Friedman
Jul 11th 2009
An opportunity to attend an exclusive workshop with one of the USA's leading
songwriters and musicians.
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Stanton Moore Trio - international jazz sensation from New Orleans
Jul 30th 2009
One of the hottest sensations on the jazz scene!
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The Tiger who came to Tea
Aug 12th 2009 - Aug 16th 2009
Based on the picture book written and illustrated by Judith Kerr. Adapted for the stage with songs and lyrics by David Wood.
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The Pirates of Penzance starring Paul Nicholas
May 25th 2010 - May 29th 2010
Paul Nicholas stars in this lively rendition of one of Gilbert and Sullivan's most popular comic operas.
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Fal River Festival Opening Ceremony
May 28th 2010
Join us for the opening ceremony of the '2010 Fal River Festival on Friday 28th May'. Hopefully the timetable will look abit like this...
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Peter Green & Friends
May 28th 2010
After several years out of the public eye, Peter Green is back with a new band.
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The Matt Johns Quartet @ The Lander Gallery
May 28th 2010
The Matt Johns Quartet, students from Truro College Contemporary World Jazz Degree, perform a set at the Lander Gallery.
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Blues Brothers Tribute The Booze Brothers
May 29th 2010
The boys know how to deliver - classic Blues Brothers standards rub shoulders with Motown floor fillers
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Fal Fish Festival
May 30th 2010 - May 31st 2010
Rick Stein's & Greenbank two day Fish Festival in aid of The Royal National Mission To Deep Sea Fishermen
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Fal Fish Festival
May 31st 2010
Rick Stein's & Greenbank two day Fish Festival in aid of The Royal National Mission To Deep Sea Fishermen
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Live Music Celtic Music Night :: Gallow Glass & 3 Daft Monkeys
May 31st 2010
FREE ENTRY BEFORE 9PM
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Flushing Arts Week Seven Stars Entertainment
May 31st 2010
Evening Entertainment with Alan Jenkins at the Seven Stars.
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Camborne Town Band
Jun 2nd 2010
An evening of music and comedy starring Johnny Cowling, Cornwall Boys Choir and Camborne Town Band
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St Mawes Jazz & Beer on the Quay
Jun 2nd 2010
Local Jazz Group Jaka Jazz will be playing on St Mawes Quay and the St Mawes Hotel will be providing a Skinners Bar and Hog Roast outside the hotel.
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Bec Applebee
Jun 2nd 2010
‘Oh Mary’ – a swashbuckling tale of transportation, love, escape, tragedy & redemption.
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‘Make a show in a Day’ for 9-13 year olds
Jun 2nd 2010
Spend a day with Ollie and Angelina from Rogue Theatre!
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Film on the Fal :: Dead Calm
Jun 3rd 2010
An exciting chance to see some classic films in the unique setting of the King Harry Ferry.
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Flushing Arts Week 'The Wishermen'
Jun 3rd 2010 - Jun 4th 2010
Open Air theatre production of The Wisherman by Juliet Trewellard and Dan Williams, who live in Devoran.
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Youth Fal Dance ‘Cornwall’s Got Talent!'
Jun 3rd 2010
Catch an evening celebrating the best Youth Dance from the Fal area and the rest of Cornwall!
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Nankersey Male Voice Choir
Jun 3rd 2010
Nankersey Male Voice Choir will be singing on St Mawes Quay.
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Miracle Theatre Company present Romeo & Juliet
Jun 4th 2010 - Jun 5th 2010
Romeo and Juliet, a story of young love: innocent, intense, intoxicating – and deadly.
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Birmingham Royal Ballet
Jun 4th 2010 - Jun 5th 2010
A stunning triple bill presented by this world class ballet company.
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Film on the Fal :: Titanic
Jun 4th 2010
Returning for a second year, the King Harry Ferry will once again be transformed into a floating cinema as part of the Fal River Festival.
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Rouge Theatre presents The Crooked Cabaret
Jun 5th 2010
Welcome all sailors, explorers and intrepid towns folk.
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Miracle Theatre Company present Romeo & Juliet
Jun 5th 2010
Romeo and Juliet, a story of young love: innocent, intense, intoxicating – and deadly.
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St Mawes Closing Ceremony
Jun 6th 2010
The Festival will close on Sunday afternoon
in St Mawes Harbour as the swimmers,
walkers, rowers and sailors arrive.
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Greenbank Fal River Festival Opening Music Event :: Falmouth Soul Sensations
May 27th 2011
The band consists of a core of experienced musicians who offer the opportunity to other local musicians and singers of all ages and ability to work in a band environment or simply keep their hand in.
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Live Performance from Truro School of Samba
May 27th 2011
Come and watch Cornwall's very own Samba band and Dancers
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Greenbank Fal River Festival Opening Ceremony
May 27th 2011
Come and join in the launch ceremony for the Greenbank Fal River Festival.
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Albert Lee & Hogan's Heroes
May 27th 2011
Known as guitar player’s guitar player. With mix of foot-stomping country and rock n’ roll, his award-winning band contains some of finest players in Britain.
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“3 Choirs and a Ferry”
May 28th 2011
Join us for a night of song and music with The Riverside Singers, The Ingleheart Singers, The Suitcase Singers, and Musical Director, Claire Ingleheart.
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Them Beatles
May 28th 2011
Exciting, high-energy Beatles tribute with extensive song list + full range of costumes from Hard Day’s Night through to Sgt Pepper. Take A Ticket to Ride!
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Lorelei's Way
May 29th 2011
Elbow Room, working in conjunction with the Royal Cornwall Museum, invite you to explore the pier and the nature of desire and beauty.
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Flushing Arts Week Evening Entertainment
May 30th 2011
Bank Holiday Monday (30th May) Live music and Fish and Chips in the Seven Stars.
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‘Whodunnit?!’ A Miracle Theatre Workshop for Budding Detectives
May 31st 2011 - Jun 1st 2011
A half term workshop in live performance, comedy and cabaret for 8-15 yr olds. Highly influenced by Miracle Theatre’s brand new show, The Death of Sherlock Holmes, this workshop offers a chance for budding young comics and actors to develop their skills.
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Cake presents 3 minute theatre
May 31st 2011
Keep your eyes and ears peeled to catch these little gems.
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Make a show in a day for 9-13 year olds
Jun 1st 2011
Spend a day with three talented young performers from Near-Ta Theatre...
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Moving the tide...
Jun 1st 2011
Dances created especially for the Greenbank Fal River Festival will be popping up in spaces and hidden places around Falmouth.
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St Mawes Beer, Jazz on the Quay & Du Hag Owr
Jun 1st 2011
Jazz, beer and sea shanties!
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Film on the Fal :: Master and Commander (12)
Jun 2nd 2011
Returning for a third year, the King Harry Ferry will once again be transformed into a floating cinema as part of the Fal River Festival.
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An evening with Kaffe Fassett
Jun 2nd 2011
Leading world textile designer sharing his vision in sumptuously illustrated lecture. The undisputed master of subtle, glorious colour combinations showcases his new luscious designs.
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Film on the Fal :: The Abyss (15)
Jun 3rd 2011
Returning for a third year, the King Harry Ferry will once again be transformed into a floating cinema as part of the Fal River Festival.
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Miracle Theatre presents The Death of Sherlock Holmes
Jun 3rd 2011 - Jun 5th 2011
After the success of last year’s Romeo & Juliet, Miracle Theatre returns to Fal River Fest with a brand new show for audiences of all ages. Stirring up all the ingredients of the best Sherlock Holmes mystery with a large measure of comedy this promises to be open-air theatre at its best.
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The Greenbank Hotel proudly presents the Fal River Festival Grand Ball
Jun 3rd 2011
Enjoy an evening hosted by Lee Chater from Atlantic FM with a sumptuous 4 course dinner followed by entertainment by the band Breakthru, charity raffle and more…
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Flushing Arts Week - Open air performance
Jun 3rd 2011
Flushing Arts Week - Open air performance by ‘cscape’, as seen at Glastonbury, Cornwall Youth Dance Theatre and Geko at Clay in a magnificent garden venue overlooking the Fal estury. Suitable for all ages and families. Bring your own picnic before the performance.
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In The Flesh
Jun 4th 2011
Pink Floyd's timeless music, drawing on tracks from the classic albums with a massive light show and specially commissioned film projections - the complete Floyd experience.
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Flushing Arts Week Community Choir Workshop
Jun 4th 2011
Community Choir Workshop – come along and sing, no expertise necessary.
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