Thursday 29th April
Market Hill
Live Life Drawing Class, Midday-2.00pm, 4.00-6.00pm
Ever wanted an intimate look at how an artist goes about constructing a drawing? Join us as a group of students are coached through how to perfect the art of drawing the most natural form in the world - the naked human body. Please feel free to bring your own pencils, paints and sketch books and join in with the drawing.
(Warning symbol) This event contains some nudity.
Fibs and Fables 7.00-9.00pm
An adult evening of stories and music under the stars - an introduction to the world of modern storytelling; stories from far and near, from long ago and yesterday.
St Georges Square
What’s in your Room of Requirement?
Children’s Workshops 10.00-12.00pm, 1.00-3.00pm Performance 6.00-7.00pm
Hermione Granger: "You've done it, Neville! You've found the Room of Requirement... It's also known as the Come and Go Room. It can only be used by someone who really needs it. And it's always equipped for the seeker's needs."
Ron Weasley: "Right. Say you really needed the toilet?"
Hermione Granger: "Charming, Ronald. But yes. That is the general idea.
If you could have your very own Room of Requirement what would be in it? Norton Road Primary School children present through writing and performance what would be in their Room of Requirement. Children up to the age of 12 are invited along to join in with the workshops. If you would like your child to take part please contact.
Unseen shadows present…The Greenhouse. 4.00-5.00pm
An hour of some of the freshest dancers, singers and MC’s to grace the heart of Bedfordshire presented by Luton’s award-winning dance group, the Unseen Shadows, plus a chance to showcase your talent with an open-freestyle competition! Leave it to the Shadow’s to pick out the cream of the crop!
Slam Poetry 7.30-9.30pm
Social issues are the main agenda for this event, as poets pair up and perform poetry battles against one another. Each delivering a poetic point of view on real life issues. Live musical performances will take place between acts from a choir and two solo artists.
Performances by: Davinia, Debra, Benjamin, Eugene, Leona, Marcelin, Arna, Deanna Rodger, Akay, Dilemma, Elizabeth, JT + Dubs
The Judith Blake Theatre, Park Square Campus, University of Bedfordshire
Shorts and Animations 6.00-10pm
Showcasing University of Bedfordshire’s first and second year’s films, including animation shorts. Come along to check out animation ‘work in progress’, an opportunity not to be missed.
Friday 30th April
Market Hill
Put On Your Dancing Shoes….
A day of dance on Market Hill
Its bigger than a Hip Hop, Hip Hop, Hip Hop…Midday to 2.00pm
Workshop
Join in while Inga B and the rest of her dance troop take you through a series of hip hop dance moves. Be prepared to show off your moves to the public in a performance at the end of the session. All ages welcome, no pre booked slots, please turn up on the day if you would like to take part. Baggy clothing and a bottle of water are recommended.
Is it Tea Time Governor? 3.00-6.00pm
Tea Dance
Dance along to the sounds of 1940s Big Band swing. All ages welcome. Tea and cakes will be on offer. Tea Dance with Lee’s Swing Band and Plumbun Cakes.
Knitty Gritty Friday 3.00-6.00pm
Knitting demonstration
Sit, relax in the sunshine and learn to knit with Pamela Hatswell and other experienced knitters who will be only too willing to explain the mystery of reading patterns, show you some hints and tips and encourage you to get started. Beginners please call 01582 482517 (Kayte’s Needlecrafts) to book a half hour session to include your tuition, pattern, yarn and needles all of which you take home to continue. We will ask you to donate £5 on the day to cover the cost of your yarn, needles & pattern.
Experienced knitters please come prepared with needles and wool – an ongoing project would be excellent.
Nobody puts Luton in the Corner… 7.00-10.00pm
Screening of Dirty Dancing with Mughouse Rhythm and Blues Band and live Rock and Roll Dancing. Feel free to come along and join in with the dancing. Please come dressed in appropriate 50's attire.
St Georges Square
F-F-F-F-Fashion!! Midday till 8.00pm
A day dedicated to all things Fashion, Hair and Beauty related including commercial and avant-garde fashion shows, hair cutting and styling and make up demonstrations. Free haircuts, make up and clothes available to the public throughout the day. Music and dance performances will also take place. Run in association with Toni and Guy celebrating the 10th anniversary of their Luton salon.
Collections by: Principles, Julien Macdonald, Ganiyat, Jay and Nat Designers and Henry Holland run in association with Debenhams,
10pm- Fashion Show After Party, James Djing, Student Union (SHOW ARTIST PASS WRISTBANDS YOU”LL GET IN FOR FREE)
James Asher Group 8.30-9.45pm
Worldbeats producer James Asher brings together a winning combination of world class musicians including carnatic singer Mahesh Vinayakram who’s vocals can be heard on the exciting new album, 'Bravado Masala' and Slumdog Millionaire soundtrack along with UK based fiddler Tom Fairburn, guitarist Brian Heywood and Shetland percussionist Sam McEvoy. The group have recently toured Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Jaipur and perform in Luton for one night only! An event not to be missed!
The Judith Blake Theatre and White Rooms, Park Square Campus University of Bedfordshire 3.00pm-9.00pm
The Third Year Degree Show
They’ve come through blood, sweat, tears, trials, tribulations and 1000’s of roles of camera film (or the alternative in digital format) to bring you their final piece of University work. Join us as University of Bedfordshire third year students screen their best and final films. Guest speakers and industry professionals will also be on hand to give talks and advice on how to get into the industry.
Park Square Arena
Screening of Nosferatu with Live Soundtrack. 8.30-9.45pm
Electronic musicians combine forces to bring to life this classic German expressionist vampire horror film. A true Symphony of Horrors!
Recommended for 16+ viewing.
Saturday 01 May
Market Hill
Odyssey Flatland BMX competition Midday till 5.00pm
BMX flatland riders from all over Europe battle it out to see who will be crowned king of flatland! For full line up of riders and more information see festival website.
With DJ’s Occult Science and Unknown Frequency 12-3pm
Taki (Heads Will Wobble) with Internsive Care Unit 3-5pm
St Georges Square
MayDay Luton Midday to 10.00pm
Expect a line up of bands that includes Daniel Peterson, 13 Riots and Exit Avenue. Graffiti Art Displays and Hip Hop dancing will also take place throughout the day. Please see the festival website for full line up and times.
12.00-12.30 Stuart Dooley
12.40-1.10pm New Conscience
1.20pm-1.50pm The Vertigo’s
2.00pm-2.30pm Dom Pusey
2.45-3.15pm Sunshine Friday
3.30-4.00pm The Whybirds
4.15-4.45pm Shoot the Director
5.00-5.35pm The Autumnkind
5.50pm-6.30pm Daniel Peterson
6.50-7.35pm Lipstick Melodies
7.55pm-8.40pm 13 Riots
9.00pm- 10pm Exit Avenue
The Judith Blake Theatre, Park Square Campus, University of Bedfordshire 1.00pm-7.00pm
World Cinema Day
An exciting chance to see the latest films from across the globe, join us as we take you on a worldwide film adventure.
Park Square Dance Arena
House and Minimal Midday till 10pm
DJ’s including Freqnoiz and GuyCalledFresh play a mixture of House, Minimal and Tech House throughout the day.
Freqnoiz- Midday till 2pm
Pedro 2-4pm
Libra 4pm-6pm
Joe Public 6-8pm
GuyCalledFresh 8pm-10pm
Sunday 02 May
Market Hill
The Bedfordshire New Comedian of the Year Competition in association with The Last Minute Comedy Club 2.00pm-6.00pm
Watch while ten finalists battle it out to see who will be crowned the ‘Funniest New Act in Bedfordshire’. £100 cash prize for the winner. Semi finals will be held at The Pad, Bedford on Saturday April 3rd, and The Ashcroft Arms, Luton on Thursday April 8th. For more information on how to enter visit the festival website or www.lastminutecomedy.com.
Jelly Moose Music Live Lounge 7.00pm-10.00pm
Everyone likes a cheeky cover….The Jelly Moose boys present talented local artists stripped (steady) back and playing famous covers, as well as a few of their own. Jelly Moose DJ's will be on hand to keep the crowd entertained between artists.
Midday- 2pm Stefan
2-6pm Intensive Care Unit
6-8pm Taki (Heads Will Wobble)
8.00pm-10.00pm Karizmah (Karizmatic Roots), Jot Maxi Jot Maxi MC (GhostWriterz)
St Georges Square
Love Music Hate Racism Day- Midday-10.00pm
The Love Music Hate Racism team provide a diverse line up of live music, DJ's and dancers. Speakers from all parts of the community bring the message of Luton in Harmony. See the festival website for full line up and times.
Shorts in the SUB Club 2.00pm
A fantastic opportunity to come and see up and coming independent filmmakers including a screening of ‘Shall I’ directed by Igor Drozdov. Come and enjoy a electric atmosphere with live music and great company.
Park Square Dance Arena
Drum and Bass and Dubstep Midday till 10pm
Drum and Bass and Dubstep DJ’s take over the dance arena for the day.
Monday 03 May
Market Hill Stage
Rock and Rockabilly Midday till 10.00pm
Rock and Rockabilly bands perform throughout the day. Line up includes The Roofraisers, Betaboy and Tinker Jack. See festival website for full line up and times.
12.05- 12.40pm- Son of Man
12.55pm- 1.35pm- Dynaphone Records
1.50pm-2.30pm Tonight We Are Electric
2.45pm- 3.25pm Tinker Jack
3.40pm-4.20pm Sans Perelis
4.35pm- 5.15 BetaBoy
5.30- 6.10pm- Train Chronicles
6.25pm-7.05pm- The Regency
7.20- 8pm- The Voltron
8-9pm Sister Ray
9-10pm The Roofraisers
St Georges Square Stage
Jazz and Blues Midday- 6.00pm
Jazz and Blues fill up the stage from midday onwards. Performances come from Fresh,The Steve Pagano Blues Band and Luton Youth Jazz Orchestra. Check the festival website for full line up and times.
Midday- 12.45 Rich, Marius, Paul Jolly etc
1.00- 1.45pm Marius Funk band
2.00-2.40pm Steve Jazz Quartet
3-3.45 Marius Other Band
4.00-4.45 Mark Patching Band.
5-6.00 Luton Youth Jazz Orchestra
Festival Ceilidh 7.00-10.00pm
What better way to end the festival and indeed the bank holiday weekend than with a big ol' outdoor barndance!! Grab ya partner, get merry and dance the night away in true traditional Ceilidh style!! Moondance Ceilidh Band provide an eclectic assortment of music which fuses traditional dance music with elements of rock and funk! A closing event not to be missed!
The Park Pub
Luton Film Festival 2010 Awards ceremony 7.00pm
Probably the most nail biting evening of the festival where filmmakers and general public flock to learn of this year’s award winning films. A jam packed schedule of live entertainment, prizes and a chance to check out some of our personal favourites. A night not to be missed.
Park Square Dance Arena
Trance and Electro.Midday till 10.00pm
Trance and Electro DJ’s take to the decks and provide ten hours of schweet tunes to bounce on down to till the end of the festival!
Disclaimer - All events included in this programme are subject to change. Please check here for regular updates.
