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Pyjama-clad night walkers to light up Ipswich for hospice

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Hundreds of supporters will don their brightest sleepwear for St Elizabeth Hospice's 19th Midnight Walk after last year's event raised £135,000 for vital care services.

Why it matters: Each step taken by participants helps fund essential support for more than 4,000 patients and families living with life-limiting illnesses across the region.

All ages took part in St Elizabeth Hospice's Midnight Walk last year
All ages took part in St Elizabeth Hospice's Midnight Walk last yearNick ButcherNick Butcher Photography

What's happening: The pyjama party-themed night walk returns on Saturday, 10 May, inviting the local community to show their love for the hospice while remembering loved ones.

The details: The seven-mile route from Trinity Park includes a poignant stop at the hospice where walkers can write heartfelt messages on a special Memory Wall before continuing to the iconic Ipswich Waterfront.

What they're saying: "Our much-loved Midnight Walk is returning this May, and we cannot wait to join supporters for this unique pyjama party as we bring the party atmosphere to Ipswich," said James Fox-Golding, Events and Challenges Manager at St Elizabeth Hospice.

Behind the scenes: The evening kicks off at 19:00 with:

  • Live music from Midnight Road

  • Face painting

  • Neon and flashing accessories are available to purchase

The bottom line: Early bird tickets are available until 28 February for £12, with the Persimmon Homes Suffolk-sponsored event open to everyone aged 10 and above. All proceeds go directly to supporting the hospice's vital services.

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Heavy metal cello meets contemporary dance in Bach Reimagined

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One of Europe's premier touring dance companies teams up with a Canadian cellist for a groundbreaking performance in Ipswich this April.

Why it matters: The collaboration between James Wilton Dance and cellist Raphael Weinroth Browne creates a unique fusion of super athletic contemporary dance and driving heavy metal cello that promises a visual and sonic spectacle.

Bach Reimagined at DanceEast
Bach Reimagined at DanceEastJames Wilton Dance

The details: Bach Reimagined will be performed at the Jerwood DanceHouse on Friday 25 and Saturday 26 April, with both shows starting at 19:30.

The production explores "everything from Bach's means of composition as a form of divine worship, to the scientific advancements of his contemporary Sir Isaac Newton," according to DanceEast.

"Light will be split, gravity will be discovered and the world will be forever changed."

By the numbers:

  • Tickets are priced from £18, with concessions from £14

  • Special £10 tickets are available for under-25s attending on Saturday 26 April

  • Discount code SPRING25 can be used to redeem this offer

What to look out for: James Wilton Dance's "super athletic, flowing physicality accompanied by Browne's driving heavy metal cello, will create a visual and sonic spectacle that will leave audiences in awe of the epic combination of beauty and ferocity."

The bottom line: Those interested in attending can book tickets online or by calling 01473 295230, with special discounts available for younger audiences experiencing the performance for the first time this spring.

You can book your tickets here.

James Wilton Dance | Bach Reimagined

DanceEast

Based in Ipswich, DanceEast is one of the UK’s leading national dance organisations.

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