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EVENTS

SussexEvents

Brighton Digital Festival // 1-30 Sep
Celebrate digital culture in venues across the city with workshops , exhibitions , performances , screenings , comedy nights and outdoor events , running alongside Brighton ' s digital design conferences . The festival operates on an open programme model ; the majority of events are organised and produced by individuals . Many of the organisers work and live in Brighton and Hove , although more and more event organisers travel from beyond Sussex to put on events . Anyone can get involved , all you need to start is an idea ! Throughout the heart of the festival programme there is a curated stream of arts and educational activities that the festival coordinates . These arts commissions and digital education awards help bolster the festival ’ s commitment to widening access and engagement with big ideas in contemporary digital culture .
Various Times Throughout September . Price : From Free Locations Across Brighton and Hove www . brightondigitalfestival . co . uk
All England Jumping Championships // 1-4 Sep
Hickstead introduced a brand new national competition , The All England Jumping Championships , in 2011 – and since then the show has gone from strength to strength . Along with two different sections for amateur riders , there is something for every calibre of national rider . Crucially , the show makes it possible to extend the opportunity to gain invaluable experience in the infamous International Arena to a much wider audience than in the past . There ' s even an opportunity to jump some of Hickstead ' s famous natural obstacles ; a brilliant introduction for a future derby star .
Great competition , long summer nights and a non-stop programme of evening entertainment promises that this show is already getting a reputation as the only place to be in early September . With a choice of restaurants , and different entertainment and live music planned for each night , just make sure you ' re in bed in time to jump in the morning !
From 8am . Price : Free to spectators The All England Jumping Course , Hickstead RH17 5NU www . hickstead . co . uk / 01273 834315
A Vision Of Elvis // 2 Sep Fresh from a smash hit European tour , A Vision Of Elvis returns to the UK to bring Elvis fans old and new a night not to be missed . On stage , the award-winning Rob Kingsley has the total package – the look … the sound … the charisma … and , together with his spectacular live band , this show leaves the audience in no doubt that they are witnessing a truly authentic Elvis show . If you ’ re looking for an excuse to party , reminisce , or simply be entertained by some of the best music ever , then A Vision Of Elvis is definitely for you !
7.30pm . Price : £ 21.50 The Hawth Ampitheatre , Hawth Avenue , Crawley RH10 6YZ www . hawth . co . uk / 01293 553636
Too Human To Be Called Divine // 2 Sep
Hailed for her ' natural gentleness and vivacity ', Eileen Page channels Ellen Terry ' s character on stage to tell the remarkable story of one of Britain ' s most-loved actresses of the Victorian era . Performed in the grounds of Ellen Terry ' s home , Too Human to be Called Divine resonates with the stories from the house itself . With a career spanning over 50 years in theatre , television and film , Eileen Page ’ s upcoming production uses her many years of keen character observation and subtle nuances to beautifully narrate Ellen Terry ’ s controversial love life and exceptional acting career . This one-woman show will be performed in The Barn Theatre , providing the audience with an intimate insight into one of British theatre ’ s former leading lights .
This is a one-hour performance with no interval . The theatre tea room and licensed bar will be open from 5pm serving a full menu of sweet and savoury refreshments .
6pm . Price : £ 10 The Barn Theatre at Smallhythe Place , Small Hythe Road , Tenterden TN30 7NG www . nationaltrust . org . uk / smallhythe-place / 01580 762334
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