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1. MUSIC: Tracy Chapman, The Apollo, Sun Dec 14
Rochdale Observer, Wednesday 10 December 2008Born and raised Ohio, 44-year-old Tracy Chapman is a fine example of how folk musicians needn’t always be quiet and introverted; they can also be ballsy and visceral too.
2. MUSIC: Kings of Leon, MEN Arena, Tuesday, Dec 16
Rochdale Observer, Wednesday 10 December 2008AS far as 2008 goes, the term ‘second best’ has not existed in the Kings Of Leon vocabulary.
3. MUSIC: Elton John, MEN Arena, Saturday December 20 and Sunday, December 21
Rochdale Observer, Wednesday 10 December 2008FAMOUS for his tabloid-friendly flamboyant lifestyle, Sir Elton John will be letting his music do the talking at two pre-Christmas stage spectactulars.
4. Poppin to the Palace
Rochdale Observer, Wednesday 10 December 2008ONE of the world’s best-loved stories will be brought to life this Christmas – in practically perfect fashion.
5. Life and sole
Rochdale Observer, Wednesday 10 December 2008A sculptor whose latest work concerns feet is making great strides at the Chinese Arts Centre.
6. Kid around at Christmas
Rochdale Observer, Wednesday 10 December 2008KEEP the children happy with a variety of fun events being held just for them.
7. THEATRE: ‘Allo, ‘Allo, The Lowry, until Jan 16
Rochdale Observer, Wednesday 10 December 2008LISTEN vairy carefully, we will say zis only once… ‘Allo, ‘Allo is coming to The Lowry next week with all its tortured vowels and earthy humour.
8. CHILDREN: The Night Before Christmas From Saturday, Dec 27 to Sunday, January 4
Rochdale Observer, Wednesday 10 December 2008KEEP the festive spirit going nicely until New Year with a production at The Lowry set to delight the whole family.
9. CHILDREN: Charlie and Lola, The Dancehouse, 17 Dec-4 Jan
Rochdale Observer, Wednesday 10 December 2008THE wonderful magic of children’s characters Charlie and Lola comes to Manchester next week.
10. 'I'm off to see the Wizard'
Rochdale Observer, Wednesday 3 December 2008KATIE Schofield has had to learn new skills for her first professional theatrical role – and the most important one is how to train dogs with a pocketful of sausages.