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Piano duet extravaganza

The next event in Southend-on-Sea Borough Council's Concert series is a piano duet concert on Friday 24th February at the Plaza Centre, Southend

Published: Tuesday 7th February 2012 in Council - news and information releases news

The next event in Southend-on-Sea Borough Council’s renowned Concert series features a wonderful evening of music for piano duet on Friday 24th February.

Cello and vocal delights

A free lunchtime concert on Wednesday 22nd February features Clare Foster and Shanti Paul Jayasinha

Published: Wednesday 1st February 2012 in Council - news and information releases news

A winning combination of Jazz, Brazilian and English song features in Southend-on-Sea Borough Council’s next free lunchtime recital.

International pianist entertains

International pianist, James Lisney, is giving a concert in Southend on Friday 20th January

Published: Tuesday 10th January 2012 in Council - news and information releases news

Residents and visitors will be able to see an internationally-renowned concert pianist in action in Southend on Friday 20th January.

Fill your ears with Christmas Cheer

Festive music will be heard throughout Southend High Street on Saturday 17th September from a wide range of choirs and carol singers

Published: Tuesday 6th December 2011 in Council - news and information releases news

Enjoy a harmonious Christmas build-up, with resounding live performances of festive music in Southend High Street on Saturday 17th December,

Festive Fun Day for all the family

The Family festive fun day takes place in Southend on Saturday 3rd December

Published: Tuesday 29th November 2011 in Council - news and information releases news

Southend’s Festive Fun Day kicks off on Saturday 3rd December as a roller-skating Christmas Pudding rolls into town!

Creating Southend’s Carnival Story for London 2012 Festival

A meeting takes place on Tuesday 22nd November over plans for a London 2012 carnival extravaganza

Published: Tuesday 15th November 2011 in Council - news and information releases news

Come along to hear more at our information event on Tuesday 22nd November at 18.00 until 20.00 at Metal at Chalkwell Hall, Chalkwell Avenue, Southend-on-Sea, SS0 8NB.

Affordable Classical concerts!

A violin and piano concert on Friday 25th November is the next event in Southend Concert Club series

Published: Tuesday 8th November 2011 in Council - news and information releases news

The popular Southend-on-Sea Borough Council Concert Series continues with its new season of top quality professional concerts at affordable prices.

Countdown to Christmas lights switch-on!

Southend-on-Sea Christmas Spectacular takes place on Saturday 19th November with entertainment all day, Christmas lights switch-on and fireworks

Published: Monday 7th November 2011 in Council - news and information releases news

You may not be knocking on those advent calendar doors just yet, but the exciting Christmas countdown has truly began!

Fright delights on the Pier Ghost Train

Southend Pier ghost train runs for three consecutive Saturdays with lots of spooky fun

Published: Wednesday 12th October 2011 in Council - news and information releases news

Take your spooky seats for a ride into the unknown from Southend Pier on Saturdays 22nd, and 29th October, and Saturday 5th November.

Explore art together!

Art workshops are about to start, for families especially those with children with disabilities

Published: Tuesday 4th October 2011 in Council - news and information releases news

Have-a-go parents and children are invited to join innovative art workshops in Leigh, for all ages, all abilities and disabilities.

Roll up and join up at vibrant Southend arts open day

Southend Arts Council hosts open day to attract new members to arts organisations in the borough

Published: Wednesday 31st August 2011 in Council - news and information releases news

Visit the Cliffs Pavilion this Sunday, 4th September to discover how to get involved in art, dance, drama and music and more!

New season of free lunchtime concerts!

Southend-on-Sea Borough Council announces its new season of lunchtime concerts

Published: Friday 12th August 2011 in Council - news and information releases news

A sparkling new series of free Lunchtime Concerts promoted by Southend-on-Sea Borough Council begins on Wednesday 14th September.

FREE music in the park till the end of September!

Free concerts continue at weekends at Southend Bandstand until the end of September

Published: Friday 12th August 2011 in Council - news and information releases news

Fabulous free music continues at Southend’s Bandstand in Priory Park until the end of September.

Introducing a new season of musical delights!

Southend-on-Sea Borough Council has just announced its new season of top quality affordable concerts

Published: Friday 12th August 2011 in Council - news and information releases news

Book now for performances in Southend-on-Sea Borough Council’s next spectacular concert series - starting in October!

All ears on the Pier this Saturday!

Southend Pier Festival takes place at Southend Pier Head on Saturday 13th August with live music from 1pm till 6pm

Published: Tuesday 9th August 2011 in Council - news and information releases news

A fabulous festival of live music takes place from 1pm until 6pm at Southend Pier Head, this Saturday 13th August.

Unique summer pavilion unveiled in Southend

Young people have assembled a temporary pavilion to host community events in Cluny Square, Southend, this summer

Published: Tuesday 9th August 2011 in Council - news and information releases news

A special summer pavilion assembled by local young people is being launched in Cluny Square, Southend, on Friday 12th August.

Cello star gives free concert!

Published: Monday 4th July 2011 in Council - news and information releases news

Brilliant young cellist Laura Isaacson is set to demonstrate her formidable talents at a captivating concert at Southend Civic Centre.

Lunch with a tuneful trio!

Published: Wednesday 5th January 2011 in Council and democracy news

The accomplished Essex-based Aquilo trio presents the first free lunchtime concert of 2011 at Southend Civic Centre

Spectacular London 2012 artwork launched

Published: Wednesday 2nd June 2010 in Council - news and information releases news

Inventive children and young people in Southend have got together to create exceptional artwork inspired by the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Free music feast at lunchtime!

Published: Tuesday 11th May 2010 in Council - news and information releases news

A trio of local musicians will present an enthralling programme of music for piano, cello and violin.

Southend-on-Screen’s fabulous film fest!

Published: Monday 26th April 2010 in Council - news and information releases news

Catch a breathtaking array of films - most costing no more than £2 each - in Southend-on-Sea’s second film festival.

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