WedNightLive
28-05-2009, 13:21
Creativesheffield will, once again, be creating a Summer to remember in Sheffield city centre with the return of Wednesday Night Live.
The 2009 programme will see:
•Bars, restaurants and other city centre venues provide special offers on Wednesday evenings between the hours of 5pm and 8pm.
•City centre events.
•Museums Sheffield and the Winter Garden remain open until 8pm throughout the Summer months.
•John Lewis are also open until 8pm and other major retailers, including M&S and TK Maxx, will continue to trade until 7pm every Wednesday due to the success of last years programme.
•All journeys in Sheffield are only £1 after 7pm on First buses - making Sheffield city centre the place to be throughout Summer 2009.
•Hallam FM are showing their support for Wednesday Night Live as the 2009 media partner. Watch out for the street team in Sheffield city centre on Wednesday evenings!
Wednesday Night Live was launched in 2008 with the objectives of creating a lively city centre environment, developing the early evening economy and driving footfall around the city by drawing people into the city after working hours.
A Taster of Events and Offers for Wednesday Night Live 2009
Paul Pashley
The Sheffield born big band singer, will proudly launch Wednesday Night Live 2009 in Leopold Square on 3 June. The man who was booked by Wayne Rooney and his wife Coleen to sing at their star-studded wedding and has sung alongside the likes of Beverley Knight at Manchester United’s player awards, will perform two live half hour sets of ‘rat pack’ inspired tracks FREE at 6.30pm and 8.30pm.
Manasamitra
In addition, Manasamitra will be back by popular demand after the success of their Indian Summer evening last year. The Indian dance and music group will create an evening of energetic, colourful Bhangra dhol drumming and dancing which will bring a taste of northern India to the Peace Gardens FREE on 3 June from 5.30pm until 7pm.
Sheffield Theatres
Westside Story Pre-Show Talk
Professor Nigel Simeone of the Department of Music, University of Sheffield discusses West Side Story and its history.
Wed 3 Jun, 6.00 pm to 6.45 pm
Tickets £2.00 per person
Must be booked in advance due to limited capacity
Museums Sheffield
Out of the Ordinary Summer Frock Swap
Wednesday 10 June, 6.30–7.30 pm
Millennium Gallery
Don’t settle for the ordinary when it comes to your wardrobe – revitalise it with Sheffield’s Largest Clothes Swap. Not sure what it’s all about or what to bring? Call the number below for more information on the perfect trend for these credit-crunched times.
£6, please book in advance by calling our Events Co-ordinator on 0114 278 2610 or email events@museums-sheffield.org.uk
Insights Talk Back at the Lyceum
Brief Encounter – Kneehigh Theatre
A chance for the audience to ask questions and discuss the production with members of the company.
Wed 24 Jun, after the 7.30 pm performance
Free to all audience members and booking not required.
Sheffield theatres will also be offering ‘Win Ticket Wednesday’s’ - anyone who buys a ticket for a show on a Wednesday will then be automatically entered for the prize draw to win tickets for the following Wednesday show at the Lyceum theatre.
Platillos - Delicioso
Come and join us for tapas and drinks from across the world! Once a month, throughout Wednesday Night Live, the Platillos team will be sharing ideas for tasty tapas and the drinks you should match them to, to inspire you at home.
Silversmiths
The Silversmiths Chefs Special Menu - 3 Courses £15
Each Wednesday our Head Chef Richie Russell will exercise his creativity by focusing the kitchens efforts on producing a lovingly prepared, concise, high quality menu. Producing this focused menu will allow us to offer you fantastic quality at outstanding value. This menu will change weekly or fortnightly depending on the best fresh produce available
What will you be doing on a Wednesday? …
The 2009 programme will see:
•Bars, restaurants and other city centre venues provide special offers on Wednesday evenings between the hours of 5pm and 8pm.
•City centre events.
•Museums Sheffield and the Winter Garden remain open until 8pm throughout the Summer months.
•John Lewis are also open until 8pm and other major retailers, including M&S and TK Maxx, will continue to trade until 7pm every Wednesday due to the success of last years programme.
•All journeys in Sheffield are only £1 after 7pm on First buses - making Sheffield city centre the place to be throughout Summer 2009.
•Hallam FM are showing their support for Wednesday Night Live as the 2009 media partner. Watch out for the street team in Sheffield city centre on Wednesday evenings!
Wednesday Night Live was launched in 2008 with the objectives of creating a lively city centre environment, developing the early evening economy and driving footfall around the city by drawing people into the city after working hours.
A Taster of Events and Offers for Wednesday Night Live 2009
Paul Pashley
The Sheffield born big band singer, will proudly launch Wednesday Night Live 2009 in Leopold Square on 3 June. The man who was booked by Wayne Rooney and his wife Coleen to sing at their star-studded wedding and has sung alongside the likes of Beverley Knight at Manchester United’s player awards, will perform two live half hour sets of ‘rat pack’ inspired tracks FREE at 6.30pm and 8.30pm.
Manasamitra
In addition, Manasamitra will be back by popular demand after the success of their Indian Summer evening last year. The Indian dance and music group will create an evening of energetic, colourful Bhangra dhol drumming and dancing which will bring a taste of northern India to the Peace Gardens FREE on 3 June from 5.30pm until 7pm.
Sheffield Theatres
Westside Story Pre-Show Talk
Professor Nigel Simeone of the Department of Music, University of Sheffield discusses West Side Story and its history.
Wed 3 Jun, 6.00 pm to 6.45 pm
Tickets £2.00 per person
Must be booked in advance due to limited capacity
Museums Sheffield
Out of the Ordinary Summer Frock Swap
Wednesday 10 June, 6.30–7.30 pm
Millennium Gallery
Don’t settle for the ordinary when it comes to your wardrobe – revitalise it with Sheffield’s Largest Clothes Swap. Not sure what it’s all about or what to bring? Call the number below for more information on the perfect trend for these credit-crunched times.
£6, please book in advance by calling our Events Co-ordinator on 0114 278 2610 or email events@museums-sheffield.org.uk
Insights Talk Back at the Lyceum
Brief Encounter – Kneehigh Theatre
A chance for the audience to ask questions and discuss the production with members of the company.
Wed 24 Jun, after the 7.30 pm performance
Free to all audience members and booking not required.
Sheffield theatres will also be offering ‘Win Ticket Wednesday’s’ - anyone who buys a ticket for a show on a Wednesday will then be automatically entered for the prize draw to win tickets for the following Wednesday show at the Lyceum theatre.
Platillos - Delicioso
Come and join us for tapas and drinks from across the world! Once a month, throughout Wednesday Night Live, the Platillos team will be sharing ideas for tasty tapas and the drinks you should match them to, to inspire you at home.
Silversmiths
The Silversmiths Chefs Special Menu - 3 Courses £15
Each Wednesday our Head Chef Richie Russell will exercise his creativity by focusing the kitchens efforts on producing a lovingly prepared, concise, high quality menu. Producing this focused menu will allow us to offer you fantastic quality at outstanding value. This menu will change weekly or fortnightly depending on the best fresh produce available
What will you be doing on a Wednesday? …