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Carol! It's Christmas: Brand-New Festive Show comes to Sheffield

Carol! It's Christmas is full of surprises and is told via The Glitterbomb Dancers’ signature high energy dance, sugar high pop, drag and comedy.

Just when you thought Christmas couldn’t get any camper, The Glitterbomb Dancers return to Sheffield to unveil their second remake of a Christmas classic, presented by Theatre Deli.

This time, the Leeds-based queer cabaret dance troupe are messing with the Dickensian staple: A Christmas Carol. An 80s Christmas party. A boss named Carol who thinks the holiday season has gotten too silly. And the Cher’s of Christmas Past, Present and Future, who teach her just how fun and outrageous the holidays can be in this adult festive show. 

Full of surprises and told through The Glitterbomb Dancers’ signature high energy dance, sugar high pop, drag and comedy, Carol! It’s Christmas will run at Theatre Deli’s venue near to Bramall Lane Stadium from Thursday 14th December - Sunday 31st December, with matinee and evening performances. The run will include BSL and audio-described showings, and all performances will be relaxed with the option to use Theatre Deli’s dedicated calm room.

Carol! It’s Christmas will be Theatre Deli’s first Christmas show and first original production since the organisation opened its Arley Street venue in March 2023. The Glitterbomb Dancers will continue to spread their brand of camp Christmas joy across Sheffield this festive season as they perform their show Cracked Nuts at Sheffield Drama Studio.

Best enjoyed with a drink and a good laugh, bag yourself an early bird ticket from just £17! Or if you want to treat yourself or someone special to a VIP ticket with pre-show entertainment and a bottle for the ultimate Christmas party, go for it! 

You will never watch A Christmas Carol in quite the same way again!

Dr Joseph Mercia, Producer and Co-Director for Glitterbomb Dancers for the Glitterbomb Dancers said: “We are very excited to be working with Theatre Deli on this project, who share our passion for making interesting, fun and accessible art happen around Yorkshire!“

Daljnder Singh, Executive Producer for Theatre Deli Sheffield said: “We're thrilled to be working with the fabulous Glitterbomb Dancers to present our festive co-production 'Carol! It's Christmas”

Carol, Its Christmas will run from 14th - 31st December 2023 at Theatre Deli, Cuthbert House, Arley Street, S2 4QP. Early bird tickets are available until 30th September. Tickets can be booked at https://www.theatredeli.co.uk. 

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Hippychick for perfect Christmas gifting for mums and dads

Any babies or toddlers in your life now? Any expected in the very near future? If so, you really do need to check out the Hippychick website.

Because at https://www.hippychick.com you will find an absolutely wonderful range of all good things for the babies and toddlers in your life, or the lives of other people you know.

There are ride on toys, baby shower gift items and gift sets, bedding, sleep aids, waterproof clothing (well, this is Britain, right?!) weaning aids, toys and loads and loads of top branded items.

Everything you could think of and even some items that you might not have thought of but seriously you do need.

Potties, disposable travel potties, toilet trainers, bikes, trikes, buggy covers, indoor and outdoor toys, bibs, dummies, toys including a classic golf set for the budding Gary Player or Arnold Palmer in your life (it's OK. Just ask your granddad who they are!) play balls, soft toys, back seat organisers, car seat protection mats (now that's a great invention!) a super safe stroller fan to keep your little one cool on a hot walk, stroller parasols, travel cots, breast milk pumps and accessories, tableware, baby carriers and much, much more besides.

Brands stocked include Bumbo, Bumkins, Blinky Crocodile Creek, Classic World, Dooky, Fraupow, HappyHopperz, Hippychick, Moby, Moover, My Buggy Buddy, myHummy, Nattou, Tron, TryBike, Tum Tum, Vilac, Wallaboo and Wheelybug.

Those looking to live a greener lifestyle will be pleased to learn that some pre-loved items are also available.

https://www.hippychick.com

Mandira's Kitchen will bring something special to your family's Christmas feasting

Mandira’s kitchen are an award-winning producer of delicious and authentic Indian food. Their all woman team, which based from a converted 400 year old cowshed, overlooking the magical Silent Pool in the Surrey Hills, create delicious freezer meals, and accompaniments like authentic chutneys and ice creams and also  provide bespoke catering and food experiences like cookery lessons and spice tours. 

All the food is made using fresh produce, contains no gluten or unpronounceable bits and there are vegan and dairy free options. Delivered to any address, the food can be heated within four minutes to give you a wholesome homemade meal.

People who want to enjoy authentic Indian meals over Christmas will be pleased to know that Mandira's Kitchen has all their needs and requirements catered for.

They are, once again, ready to make this Christmas utterly unforgettable with a delightful and stunning array of gifts and celebrations.

This year they have curated their best dishes to ensure that your Christmas party is a real breeze, with the host spending the minimal time in their kitchen.

Or if you like, they can even arrange an exciting new pop-up restaurant, or their wn special catered events?

Looking for gifts for the foodies in your life, then they also have you covered!

All their Christmas offers are detailed here: https://www.mandiraskitchen.com/pages/festive-2023

For delivery UK wide they even have a range of some special new limited edition products for the festive season!

This year, Mandira's Kitchen is thrilled to introduce two exciting new festive additions to their freezer meals menu. Turkey Samosas, a perfect fusion of traditional holiday flavours that are a perfect canape for guests at a party.

To complement the festive spirit, Mandira's Kitchen presents a tantalising Cranberry & Spiced Rum Chutney. Bursting with the tangy sweetness of cranberries and infused with the warmth of locally sourced spiced rum, this chutney is the really ideal accompaniment to the Turkey Samosas.  Both of which will be available from November 2023.

FabFunky launch 2023 Christmas Cushion collection

A design house which is famed and renowned for its quirky animal-related homewares has unveiled a fantastic new collection of Festive Christmas Cushions for 2023.

FabFunky, an interiors brand specialising in cushions, lampshades and art prints, has released a range of festive cushions which are absolutely jam-packed packed with personality.

They feature FabFunky’s signature anthropomorphic animals getting into spots of mischief, this time with a festive take, obviously!

From dogs destroying the Christmas tree and owls sledging to cats in Christmas hats and penguins hiding in snow globes, these cushions will add plenty of cheer to Christmas décor for your home or the homes of those you choose to gift them to.

Kelly Stevens-McLaughlan, who is the founder of FabFunky, said: “Whether you're looking to add a little Christmas magic to sofas or festive-up a guest room with some new scatter cushions, these Christmas cushions will add plenty of character.

“They are fun and quirky and they can't be accused of taking themselves too seriously! But they do have a real festive charm that adds a sprinkle of Christmas magic wherever they're placed.”

The Christmas cushion collection is available online now from fabfunky.co.uk with prices starting from £62.

Bin looking for quirky Christmas presents? Must Have Bins have you covered!

Looking for a Christmas gift that not only looks gorgeous but also serves a very useful, practical purpose? 

Then you really should take a look into independent home accessories brand Must Have Bins!

They specialise in beautiful-handcrafted wastepaper bins, tissue boxes, drinks trays and umbrella stands. And Must Have Bins offer statement homewares to complete the most stunning of interior schemes.

Whether you are looking for a present for your partner, a gift for a loved one or maybe a little treat for yourself, here is Must Have Bins’ ultimate Christmas gift guide.

Available now from musthavebins.co.uk