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What's on in May

Save Ely Cinema : can you help?

Watch our video to find out more. Ely Cinema needs your help. Babylon ARTS charity has launched a campaign to save the cinema at the Maltings. Please help us to continue operating this valued community asset.

Wed 1st May
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Exhibition : Ely Art Lovers Workshop Spring Exhibition

Ely Art Lovers’ Workshop is delighted to be exhibiting for the 5th year at The Babylon Gallery. The workshop consists of a collective of artists from Cambridgeshire and Norfolk.

Wed 1st May 12:00 pmThu 2nd May 12:00 pmFri 3rd May 12:00 pmSat 4th May 12:00 pm
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The White Crow (12A) at Ely Cinema - tickets available on the door from 7pm

A revelatory look at the life and art of Rudolf Nureyev.

Wed 1st May 7:30 pm
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Ely’s Eel Food Safari

Celebrate Ely’s eel origins with four fabulous days of quirky eel related fun and entertainment during Ely’s Eel Festival 2019.

Fri 3rd May Sat 4th May Sun 5th May Mon 6th May
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Ely’s Eel Festival

Celebrate Ely’s eel origins with four fabulous days of quirky eel related fun and entertainment!

Fri 3rd May Sat 4th May Sun 5th May Mon 6th May
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Eel Day

The Eel Parade kicks off Saturday’s Eel Day!

Sat 4th May
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Isle of Ely Arts Festival 2019 brochure launched

Festival time will soon be descending upon the District and the Isle of Ely Arts Festival Society has revealed its full 2019 line-up for the annual arts festival along the theme of ‘Landscapes of Life’. This year’s festival runs from Saturday 15 June to Saturday 13 July and East Cambridgeshire audiences are promised a cultural month full of music, art, theatre, live film screenings, literature, and more.

Sat 4th May 12:00 pm
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Ely Sinfonia and King’s Lynn Festival Chorus perform VERDI’S REQUIEM

Ely Sinfonia joins forces with King’s Lynn Festival Chorus to perform Verdi’s religious masterpiece, which is one of the best-loved requiems ever written. And what could be a finer setting for it than Ely Cathedral.

Sat 4th May 7:30 pm
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A N N E L I in Concert at Poet's House

Award nominated emerging artist A N N E L I is a locally based pop artist staging a concert to launch her EP on Saturday 4 May.

Sat 4th May 7:30 pm
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Ely’s Food and Drink Festival

Ely’s Food and Drink Festival, 5th May - 6th May 2019 (part of Eel Festival) Palace Green and St Mary’s Green, Ely

Sun 5th May Mon 6th May
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In conversation with Hala El-Shafie

In addition to seeing our celebrity nutritionist Hala El-Shafie performing in the Cookery Theatre at Ely’s “Food and Drink Festival” (part of “Eel Festival”), there is an exclusive opportunity to join her in the atmospheric surroundings of the Tithe Office at Oliver Cromwell's House (opposite the Kitchen Zone on St Mary's Green) for a more intimate occasion. Here you will have the opportunity to hear Hala talk about her life and career with the chance to ask those burning questions.

Sun 5th May 2:00 pm
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At Eternity’s Gate (12A) at Ely Cinema

The last years of Vincent van Gogh in the South of France.

Sun 5th May 7:30 pm
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Guided Walks - May Day Holiday Walk, Ely Eel Heritage Walk

Discover the importance of the Eel trade and how it shaped the history of this beautiful city. Marvel at the artworks connected to our Eel Heritage along the way and see Ely with a whole new perspective, with the aid of our knowledgeable guide.

Mon 6th May 11:30 am
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Reach Fair Bank Holiday Monday 6 May 2019

Reach Fair Bank Holiday Monday 6 May 12 noon - 5 pm. This is a traditional country May fair with music, magic and Morris Men.

Mon 6th May 12:00 pm
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Fisherman’s Friends (12A) at Ely Cinema - tickets available on the door from 7pm

A feel-good film about the rise of the UK’s number one buoy band.

Thu 9th May 7:30 pm
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Fisherman’s Friends (12A) at Ely Cinema

TICKETS AVAILABLE ON THE DOOR A second chance to catch this feel-good film about the rise of the UK’s number one buoy band.

Sun 12th May 7:30 pm
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NT Live : All My Sons at Ely Cinema - tickets available on the door from 6.30pm

Broadcast live from The Old Vic in London, Academy Award-winner Sally Field and Bill Pullman star in Arthur Miller's blistering drama. Doors 6.30pm, screening starts at 7pm.

Tue 14th May 7:00 pm
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ROH Live: Mixed Triple Bill Ballet at Ely Cinema - tickets available on the door from 6.45pm

The contemporary face of The Royal Ballet is shown in works from three of today's leading choreographers. Wheeldon, Pite and Cherkaoui. Cabaret style seating at the Maltings.

Thu 16th May 7:15 pm
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Study days 2019 : Van Gogh - SOLD OUT

A series of fundraising Study Days with Babylon Arts at our riverside Gallery venue. Entertaining, educational and friendly gain a greater understanding of the stories behind some of the greatest artists with our professional tutors.

Fri 17th May 10:00 am
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Robert Crack : Portraits - Past & Present 2017-19

Artist Robert Crack's third exhibition of portrait oil paintings at the Babylon Gallery. This latest two year project of portraits of friends and relations are interspersed with a selection of more personal pieces that were inspired by news events and circumstances which arose during the period.

Sat 18th May 12:00 pm
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Dumbo (PG) at Ely Cinema

A live-action adventure version of this classic story.

Sun 19th May 3:00 pm
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The Keeper (15) at Ely Cinema

The true story of a German soldier and prisoner of war, told against a backdrop of British postwar protest and prejudice.

Sun 19th May 7:30 pm
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The Sisters Brothers (15) at Ely Cinema

A hilarious tale of two brothers in the 1850s Old West pursuing their dreams of golden wealth.

Thu 23rd May 7:30 pm
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The Library Presents...

Twenty two Libraries around the County are hosting an exciting season of arts activities. Events take place from 2 February - 25 May. Check out the Spring 2019 programme here.

Sat 25th May
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Ely Riverside Walk

This expanded tour takes in the city centre as well as the stunning views.

Sun 26th May 11:30 am
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Wild Rose (15) at Ely Cinema

An electrifying comedy-drama about one woman torn between dreams and responsibilities.

Sun 26th May 7:30 pm
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Ely’s Escape Room - Easter and Bank Holidays

Enjoy the location and the atmosphere of Oliver Cromwell's House Escape Room experience! Easter and Bank Holidays.

Mon 27th May
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Historical City of Ely Walk

Monday 27th May 2019, 11.30 am - 13.00 pm

Mon 27th May 11:30 am
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Boo Hewerdine & Darden Smith : Babylon Gallery Gig - SOLD OUT

Celebrating a magical collaboration, that has resulted in a life-long friendship, Darden and Boo will be playing a handful of shows in the UK including an intimate gig in the Babylon Gallery. Early booking recommended.

Mon 27th May 7:30 pm
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Oliver Cromwell’s House: Summer Family Escape Room (Thursdays)

Escape Rooms are the latest interactive and immersive activity to sweep the country (in fact the world!). If you love games and puzzles or just like trying new things then this is for you.

Thu 30th May
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Red Joan (12A) at Ely Cinema

Starring Judi Dench in the true story of the KGB’s longest-serving British agent.

Thu 30th May 7:30 pm
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