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Unique Cambridge
From making your own gin with one of the world’s most innovative distilleries, to trying the best of the Cambridge food scene – here are some uniquely Cambridge experiences to seek out during your stay
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Theatre
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Educating Rita by Willy Russell
The award-winning and original play that became an equally successful film starring Julie Walters and Michael Caine. Married hairdresser Rita, enrols onto an Open University course to expand her horizons and bursts into the life of her unsuspecting tutor.
“The Sorcerer” by Gilbert and Sullivan
Swaffham Bulbeck Summer Theatre proudly presents "The Sorcerer" by Gilbert and Sullivan. Enjoy a summer's evening of musical theatre in the beautiful surroundings of "Theatre in a Barn".
Cambridge Pride 2023
In its first two years, Cambridge Pride has grown to become one of the most loved events in the city’s calendar, with an expected 10,000 people actively taking part on the day in 2022.
The Little Black Cat opera
CYO presents a new, family opera, written and performed by young people with puppetry from the Norwich Puppet Theatre. The opera tells the story of orphan girl Eilidh, her little black cat and a trip to Cat Mountain where her courage and strength of character transform her life for the better. The opera is full of bravery, intrigue and drama and will captivate the whole family.
Shakespeare at the George – Much Ado About Nothing
The 2023 Shakespeare at the George open-air summer production is Much Ado About Nothing, set in Renaissance Italy and played out in The George Hotel’s Jacobean courtyard
The Wizard of Oz
With lashings of audience participation and plenty of laughter, this hilarious and faithful re-telling promises to have you shouting, clapping and singing along as Immersion Theatre presents a fantastic treat for all the family!
Cambridge Contemporary Choir Festival Showcase Performance
An uplifting feel-good concert celebrating four amazing choirs from across the UK. This event hosted by Cambridge's very own Collaboration Choir will showcase some amazing vocal groups from around the UK. The Godfather of A cappella, Deke Sharon, is hosting the whole thing so it should be a night to remember!
Did you know?
Take a wander around Cambridge between spring and autumn and you might be greeted by the sight of cattle roaming freely in parks and green spaces.