There's an exciting summer of events coming up this year, put together by Tamworth arts and events team, from children's storytelling to a brand new choir, Tamworth Voices.

With the very popular B'Glee workshops going on and a new youth Contemporary Dance Company, there will be more to do than ever this summer.

The outdoor events planned in 2012 include:

•    Sports Relief- Sunday 25th March….Tamworth Castle Grounds

•    St Georges Day- Saturday 21st April…Tamworth Castle Grounds

•    Olympic Event – Saturday 30th June…Tamworth Castle Grounds

•    Gate Gallop – Sunday 1st July…Anker Valley

•    Children's Festival – 28th July – 5th August…Tamworth Castle Grounds & Tamworth Assembly Rooms

•    Heritage Event – Saturday 1st September & Sunday 2nd September…Various Locations throughout the town

•    Stars & Stripes – Saturday 15th September …Tamworth Castle Grounds

•    Fireworks Night – Saturday 3rd November…Tamworth Castle Grounds

•    Christmas Lights – Saturday 17th November ….St Editha's Square

 Arts Education Programme

 B'GLEE

Looking to get involved in something spectacular? Do you enjoy singing, dancing or acting? Are you aged between 8 and 16 years old? Do you like watching Glee? Then look no further than Tamworth Assembly Rooms spectacular B' Glee workshops.

Tamworth Youth Dance Company

An exciting contemporary dance group appealing for young dancers with flair and passion to take part in a series of workshops.

Tamworth Youth Dance Company is staging a grand performance at the Tamworth Assembly Rooms on 17th February in partnership with the B'Glee project.

Aged 13+

Tamworth Voices

Tamworth Voices will put a contemporary twist on the traditional choir and will cover a wide range of musical styles. The Tamworth Voices Choir Group is open to anyone aged 17 or over. No experience is needed – just lots of enthusiasm and a love of singing.

Children's Festival

Tamworth Assembly Rooms and Staffordshire Library Services are proud to present the return of Tamworth's Children's Storytelling festival.

Back by popular demand this year's Summer festival under the theme of myths and legends promises to be fantastical event filled with Storytelling, arts & crafts and the ultimate theatre experience for kids!

Why not pop down to one of our performances or take part in a storytelling session. Age Range 3 +

Looking for a fun packed week away from the parents this summer?

Tamworth Assembly Rooms is providing week long workshops in Street Dance, Performing arts and a NEW Pop star workshop.

DONT MISS OUT ON YOUR SUMMER OF FUN IN TAMWORTH!

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