Hampshire &amp; Isle of Wight

HERITAGE: Art Installation: Casting Light, Mottisfont, Romsey, Sat 11 Jan &#8211; Sun 8 Nov
This month sees the launch of a brand new light installation at Mottisfont &#8211; Casting Light &#8211; and its tipped to be very illuminating (sorry!) Located in the Red Room, this immersive experience is by renowned artists Heinrich &amp; Palmer, and uses modern technology to show the layers of history in Mottisfont unlike ever before.
<a href="https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/mottisfont/features/casting-light-installation-at-mottisfont" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">nationaltrust.org.uk</a>
EVENT: Mindfulness Trail, The Vyne, Sat 11 Jan &#8211; Sun 9 Feb
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National Trust buildings and locations are known for being historically important and jaw-droppingly beautiful, so how about factoring this into some needed reflection? The Vyne is running a special Mindfulness Trail for the duration of January, giving visitors a chance to walk around its beautiful spots and take in some well needed mental clarity.
<a href="https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/events/0953f43f-9dce-422e-bfb8-a22ca46ece1c/pages/details" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">nationaltrust.org.uk</a>
FAMILY: Surviving the Stone Age, Gosport Gallery, Sat 11 Jan &#8211; Sat 22 Feb
If the thought of the wi-fi cutting out gives you the cold sweats, then spare a thought for our poor old ancestors who didn&#8217;t even have dial-up. Surviving the Stone Age is a new exhibition at the Gosport Gallery looking at what life was like in Stone Age Hampshire, featuring artefacts that have lasted millennia and have-a-go activities.
<a href="https://www.hampshireculture.org.uk/event/surviving-stone-age-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">hampshireculture.org.uk</a>
EXHIBITION: Comedy &amp; Commentary, Mottisfont, Sat 18 Jan &#8211; Sun 19 Apr
Who says cartoons are for kids? This new exhibition at Mottisfont features the works of respected and talented cartoonists, with a spin on modern events. With scathing wit and satire, this is comedy for grown-ups.
<a href="https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/events/36634019-bee3-45f0-a678-4044a42e6f34/pages/details" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">nationaltrust.org.uk</a>
THEATRE: The Woman In Black, Kings Theatre, Portsmouth, Mon 3 &#8211; Sat 8
      <img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone wp-image-17791 size-full" src="https://hants.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/02/wib_tour19_640x420.jpg" alt="wib_tour19_640x420" width="1000" height="656" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/02/wib_tour19_640x420.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/02/wib_tour19_640x420-300x197.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/02/wib_tour19_640x420-768x504.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/02/wib_tour19_640x420-720x472.jpg 720w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" />Following a record-breaking run in the West End, this tale of curses, creepy things and all the stuff that goes bump in the night makes its way to the King’s. If you spend the show watching from behind your hands, it still counts as culture. 
<a href="https://www.kingsportsmouth.co.uk/whatson-event/the-woman-in-black/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">kingsportsmouth.co.uk</a>
CULTURE: Band of Gold, Mayflower Theatre, Southampton, Tues 4 &#8211; Sat 8
 
<img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone wp-image-17785 size-full" src="https://hants.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/02/016.jpg" alt="Band of gold" width="1000" height="668" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/02/016.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/02/016-300x200.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/02/016-768x513.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/02/016-720x481.jpg 720w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" />It’s quite the casting line-up for this stage adaptation of the 90s TV classic. With a cast that includes Laurie Brett (Yep, that’s Jane from Eastenders), Shayne Ward and Gaynor Faye (Emmerdale, Playing the Field, Calendar Girls), dive into the seedy underbelly with a whole lot of production values.
<a href="https://www.mayflower.org.uk/whats-on/band-of-gold-2020/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">mayflower.org.uk</a>
 
TALK: IoIo Williams: Life Before the Lens, Winchester Theatre Royal, Wed 5
If you’re an animal fan then this evening with acclaimed wildlife presenter Iolo Williams is the ticket for you this month. With anecdotes of his exploits from a young age, this also carries an important message about protecting our eco-systems for the future.
<a href="https://www.theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk/whats-on/iolo-williams-life-lens" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk</a>
FOOD &amp; DRINK: Cook Off Clayton’s Kitchen, Fri 8
Get behind the kitchen door with this live demonstration of culinary prowess from Rob Clayton. As well as getting a chance to sip on some of Hampshire’s finest from Hambledon, you’ll learn tips and tricks to zhush up your cooking mojo before tucking into a fantabulous supper after all your hard learning.
<a href="https://www.potters-heron.co.uk/event/live-cooking-demonstration-2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">potters-heron.co.uk</a>
COMEDY: Ed Byrne: If I&#8217;m Honest, The Anvil, Basingstoke, Fri 8
<img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone wp-image-17787 size-full" src="https://hants.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/02/Ed-Byrne_c18db339309248dac8520172886504ad.jpg" alt="ed byrne" width="1000" height="598" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/02/Ed-Byrne_c18db339309248dac8520172886504ad.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/02/Ed-Byrne_c18db339309248dac8520172886504ad-300x179.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/02/Ed-Byrne_c18db339309248dac8520172886504ad-768x459.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/02/Ed-Byrne_c18db339309248dac8520172886504ad-720x431.jpg 720w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" />Ed Byrne’s latest show is a scathing and hilarious look at what traits he thinks are actually worth passing down to his kids… if any. A regular on shows such as Live At The Apollo, Mock The Week and QI, a few good laughs will set your weekend up just right.
<a href="https://www.anvilarts.org.uk/whats-on/event/ed-byrne-if-im-honest">anvilarts.org.uk</a>
FAMILY: Walk a Donkey Day, Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary, Ventnor, Sat 8
<img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone wp-image-14356 size-full" src="https://hants.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2019/07/Donkey-Sanctuary.jpg" alt="Donkey Sanctuary" width="1000" height="807" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2019/07/Donkey-Sanctuary.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2019/07/Donkey-Sanctuary-300x242.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2019/07/Donkey-Sanctuary-768x620.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2019/07/Donkey-Sanctuary-620x500.jpg 620w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" />Every time I head to the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary I’m always astounded I don’t end up trying to bring any of them home. These gorgeous creatures are well looked after and loved at this little slice of donkey heaven on the Island and for a small donation of £5, you can take one out for a little stroll. Perfect for littlies or even big ones who are a sucker for soppy fluffy creatures.
<a href="https://www.iowdonkeysanctuary.org/events/">iowdonkeysanctuary.org</a>
COMEDY: Phil Wang: Philly Philly Wang Wang, Winchester Theatre Royal, Sat 8
<img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone wp-image-17788 size-full" src="https://hants.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/02/phil-wang.jpg" alt="phil-wang" width="1000" height="493" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/02/phil-wang.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/02/phil-wang-300x148.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/02/phil-wang-768x379.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/hants/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2020/02/phil-wang-720x355.jpg 720w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" />Phil Wang is awkwardly hilarious and has plenty of uncomfortable jokes in his comedy repertoire. This weekend sees him bringing that cringeworthy comedy to Winchester with his latest show, Philly Philly Wang Wang.
<a href="https://www.theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk/whats-on/philly-philly-wang-wang">theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk</a>

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