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EVENTS DIARY SUMMER 2015
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University of Reading
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WELCOME…Each summer the University embraces its rich cultural heritage with an annual celebration of arts and culture. This year we're pleased to continue the tradition with a fantastic array of music, films, exhibitions and student performances that feature our talented artistic community. See pages 4–14 of the diary for an overview of our programme, and visit our website to find out more: www.reading.ac.uk/events/artsandculture
We're also delighted to be working with Reading Arts to present two very special events at the Town Hall this June: Stephen Fry on Oscar Wilde on Thursday 4 June (page 18) and the University of Reading Chorus and Chamber Choir debut at the Concert Hall on Saturday 6 June (page 7).
Be the first to find out all that's going on; keep an eye on our events programme at www.reading.ac.uk/events
We look forward to welcoming you to an event soon.
Cover and inside images: artwork by Daisy Mills
Taken from the Institute of Education BA Ed Art final year degree show. See page 8 for exhibition details.
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READING FILM THEATRE
Films are shown in either the Palmer building or Minghella building on the Whiteknights campus. Doors open 45 minutes before the start time.
This summer, Reading Film Theatre and the Department of Modern Languages and European Studies at the University of Reading are pleased to present a special film season: War Child, see highlighted films overleaf
£8 / £7 concessions £5 members and U14s Summer term membership: £9
For more information and to book tickets online, please visit: www.readingfilmtheatre.co.uk or contact: [email protected] 0118 378 7151
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APRIL21 Tu 7.45 pm | Palmer The Duke of Burgundy (18) + Q&A with director
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23 Th 7.45 pm | Palmer Testament of Youth (12A)
28 Tu 7.45 pm | Palmer Selma (12A)
29 We 7.30 pm | Minghella El laberinto del fauno (Pan’s Labyrinth) (15) s/t Part of the War Child film season
30 Th 7.45 pm | Palmer Trash (15) s/t
MAY05 Tu 8.00 pm | Palmer Duck Soup (U)
06 We 7.30 pm | Minghella Au revoir les enfants (Goodbye Children) (PG) s/t Part of the War Child film season
07 Th 7.45 pm | Palmer The Theory of Everything (12A)
12 Tu 8.00 pm | Palmer Whiplash (15)
13 We 7.30 pm | Minghella La notte di San Lorenzo (The Night of the Shooting Stars) (15) s/t Part of the War Child film season
14 Th 8.00 pm | Palmer Elle l'adore (15) s/t
19 Tu 7.30 pm | Palmer English National Opera Live: Pirates of Penzance
20 We 8.00 pm | Minghella Chile's Student Uprising + talk with Dr Par Kumaraswami, Department of Modern Languages and European Studies, University of Reading s/t
21 Th 8.00 pm | Palmer Still Alice (12A)
26 Tu 7.45 pm | Palmer Force Majeure (Turist) (15) s/t
28 Th 7.45 pm | Palmer X+Y (12A)
JUNE02 Tu 7.30 pm | Palmer Inherent Vice (15)
04 Th 8.00 pm | Palmer Difret (12A) s/t
09 Tu 7.45 pm | Palmer Wild Tales (Relatos salvajes) (15) s/t
11 Th 8.00 pm | Palmer Still Life (12A)
16 Tu 7.30 pm | Palmer Leave to Remain (15) + Q&A
18 Th 8.00 pm | Palmer Far from the Madding Crowd (12A)
Reading Film Theatre is an independent, not-for-profit cinema run by volunteers who are passionate about film.
MUSICPOP-UP LUNCHTIME CONCERTS1.10 pm – 1.50 pm
Our Lunchtime Concerts are free and all are welcome to attend. This summer, our pop-up concerts return, featuring our talented students:
Tuesday 5 May | Van Emden Theatre, HumSS Building, Whiteknights campus
Tuesday 2 June | Recital Room, Music Centre, London Road campus
For more information, visit: www.reading.ac.uk/music or contact [email protected] | 0118 378 8518
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COTTON CLUB LIVESunday 10 May Doors: 7.00 pm | Music: 8.00 pm Eat at London Road campus
Cotton Club Live returns for another evening of live music in the relaxed setting of our University bar at our London Road campus.
Acts to be announced soon! Keep an eye on our website for details.
Food and drink available to buy on the night.
Tickets: £8 / £5 concessions, students free
For more information and to buy tickets online in advance, visit: www.reading.ac.uk/music or contact [email protected] | 0118 378 8518
CHORAL GALASaturday 6 June | 7.30 pm Reading Concert Hall, Blagrave Street, Reading, RG1 1QH
Presenting the University of Reading Chorus and Chamber Choir debut at the Reading Concert Hall
Mozart Coronation Mass Fauré Requiem Cantique de Jean Ricile
Solo: Joanna Bywater, soprano
Tickets: £13.50 / £9.50 concessions Prices inclusive of booking fee
Available from Reading Arts Box Office: www.readingarts.com | 0118 960 6060
For more information, visit: www.reading.ac.uk/music
HARRIS GARDEN CHARITY OPEN DAYS2.00 pm – 5.30 pm Harris Garden, Whiteknights campus
Join the Friends of the Harris Garden as they open up the University’s beautiful 12 acre garden, situated on the Whiteknights campus, to raise money for good causes.
Sunday 10 May: Parkinsons Sunday 14 June: 52nd Scouts Sunday 12 July: National Gardens Scheme Sunday 9 August: Cancer Research
For more information, visit: www.friendsoftheharrisgarden.org.uk
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DEPARTMENT OF ART DEGREE SHOWMonday 1 June – Friday 12 June (closed Saturday 6 – Sunday 7 June) 10.00 am – 4.00 pm Saturday 13 June – Sunday 14 June 11.00 am – 6.00 pm
Department of Art, Building TOB1, Earley Gate, Whiteknights campus
The Department of Art presents their finalist degree show, showcasing the exciting work from our talented artists at Reading. See thoughtful, witty and striking pieces, including painting, installations, performances and film from graduating students. This exhibition will also be part of the Whiteknights Studio Trail (see page 11).
Admission free, all welcome.
For more information, visit: www.reading.ac.uk/art
INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION ART EXHIBITIONMonday 8 June – Friday 12 June | 10.00 am – 4.00 pm Saturday 13 June | 12.00 pm – 3.00 pm
Art Building L04, London Road Campus
The Institute of Education Art Department is delighted to present a wide range of studio work produced by talented trainee teachers in their final year of the BA Ed Art degree programme. The exhibition includes painting, ceramic, installation, printmaking, sculpture and film.
Admission is free, all welcome.
For more information, visit: www.reading.ac.uk/education or contact Gill Hopper: [email protected]
THE BIG BAND BIG LUNCH Sunday 7 June | from 12.00 pm onwards London Road campus
Join the University's first ever Big Lunch event on our historic London Road campus.
Bring your own picnic and celebrate with us as we bring the University and local communities together over lunch. Featuring music from the University of Reading Big Band.
Admission free, all welcome
For more information, visit www.reading.ac.uk/events
READING UNIVERSITY MUSIC SOCIETY SUMMER CONCERTFriday 12 June | 7.00 pm Wantage Hall, Upper Redlands Road
Join the Reading University Music Society for their annual summer concert. Bring your own picnic to enjoy in the historic setting of the University of Reading’s Wantage Hall as you listen to this showcase of performances by our talented student ensembles.
Admission free, all welcome.
For more information contact [email protected] or visit: www.rums.webeden.co.uk
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READING UNIVERSITY DRAMA SOCIETY'S 24-HOUR MUSICALTuesday 9 June | 7.15 pm 3Sixty, Reading University Students’ Union
Reading University Drama Society are pleased to present their second annual 24-hour musical event. The selected show is chosen and cast in secret, and the society then have just 24 hours to rehearse their lines, learn the choreography, create the set and costumes and arrange the technical logistics.
This family-friendly show is in aid of the Ollie Young Foundation, a local charity that funds targeted paediatric brain tumour research and support. www.ollieyoungfoundation.org
£10 / £8 concessions / £5 under 17s
For more information and to buy tickets, visit: www.ticketsource.co.uk/rudstickets
To find out more, visit: www.ruds.co.uk
WHITEKNIGHTS STUDIO TRAIL 2015Saturday 13 June – Sunday 14 June 11.00 am – 6.00 pm | University area
The Whiteknights Studio Trail is a fantastic opportunity to see a fabulous range of art and crafts in the area of Whiteknights, Reading. This free event, now in its 15th year gives visitors the unique chance to meet local artists and see their work, methods and tools in their studios, homes and public buildings.
This year's trail includes the University of Reading Department of Art Degree show (see page 8 for details).
For more information, please visit: www.studiotrail.co.uk
TYPOGRAPHY AND GRAPHIC COMMUNICATION DEGREE SHOWTuesday 9 June – Saturday 13 June
Tuesday – Friday | 9.00 am – 5.00 pm Saturday | 10.00 am – 3.00 pm
Department of Typography & Graphic Communication, Building TOB2, Earley Gate, Whiteknights campus
Shows featuring a wide spectrum of design projects for print and screen by students on our BA Graphic Communication, MA Book Design, and MA Information Design programmes. Work includes books, magazines, packaging, branding, websites, apps, exhibitions, wayfinding systems, motion image, and much more.
Admission free, all welcome.
For more information, visit: www.reading.ac.uk/typography or contact Charlene McGroarty: [email protected] | 0118 378 8081
FILM, THEATRE & TELEVISIONMinghella Building, Whiteknights campus
First year students' screenings and productionsWednesday 27 May – Thursday 28 May Performances throughout the day
First year students studying Film, Theatre & Television present their recent work.
Second year student productionsMonday 1 June – Tuesday 2 June Performances throughout the day
Showcasing 9 performances, 17 short films and 2 television dramas directed by second year students from the department.
For more information and to book advance tickets for these productions, visit: www.reading.ac.uk/ftt
Lecture: 'The Essay Film' between festival favourite and interactive installationProfessor Thomas Elaesser, University of Amsterdam
Saturday 2 May | 4.30 pm
This talk is part of the Department's World Cinema and the Essay Film Conference.
For more information and to book your place, contact [email protected] or phone 0118 378 4087.
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OUR COUNTRY LIVES BEHIND THE SCENES TOUR Thursday 9 April | 10.30 am – 12.00 pm Museum of English Rural Life
An exciting opportunity to tour the museum whilst it is being redeveloped. With special access to closed areas, this is a unique chance to see how the work is progressing and find out how the objects are being cared for since the galleries closed last October.
£2 per child. Booking essential. Contact [email protected] | 0118 378 8660
Suitable for families with children aged 5+. Visit: www.reading.ac.uk/merl
FAMILY EVENTS
A WORLD OF HEROES: Gods and Goddesses TrailTuesday 26 May | 9.00 am – 4.00 pm Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology
Follow our trail around the museum and claim a prize! No need to book, just drop in and pick up a trail sheet.
Admission free, all welcome. Suitable for families with children aged 6+.
Bellerophon, the rider of PegasusSaturday 30 May 10.30 am – 12.30 pm or 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology
Brave Bellerophon was famous for slaying beasts like the terrifying Chimera and for capturing and taming the magical horse-like creature, Pegasus. Complete the trail to capture your own mythical creature and make your own Pegasus puppet to take home.
Admission: £3 per child, accompanying adult free. Suitable for families with children aged 6+.
Booking essential. Contact Charlotte Williams: [email protected] | 0118 378 6990
Visit: www.reading.ac.uk/ure
TERRIFIC TREASURE HUNT!Thursday 28 May | 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology
Eratosthenes’ tomb has been raided and his treasures have been scattered all around the museum. Help to reclaim them by exploring the museum and collecting the clues as you go.
Admission: £2 per child, accompanying adult free. Booking essential. Contact Charlotte Williams: [email protected] | 0118 378 6990
Suitable for families with children aged 6+. Visit: www.reading.ac.uk/ure
TODDLER TIME ON THE MOVEFriday 1 May, 5 June, 3 July 10.00 am – 11.00 am | Institute of Education Learning Hub, London Road Campus
Come along with your little ones and enjoy songs, stories and activities based on the countryside. Park and meet at MERL before heading over to the Learning Hub at the Institute of Education.
£2 per child. For more information, contact [email protected] | 0118 378 8660 Suitable for families with children aged 2–4.
THE MUSEUM OF ENGLISH RURAL LIFE IS CHANGINGOur Country Lives: transforming views of rural heritage for a new generationWe are working on a redevelopment project to bring you an exciting new museum in 2016.
Find out more: blogs.reading.ac.uk/merl
Our University museums offer a host of events and activities inspired by the collections held here at Reading.
University Museums and Special Collections: www.reading.ac.uk/special-collections
Museum of English Rural Life: www.reading.ac.uk/merl
Ure Museum: www.reading.ac.uk/ure
The Cole Musuem: www.reading.ac.uk/colemuseum
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COME TO THE FARM: Children’s books on farmingUntil 15 May Library, Whiteknights campus
18 May – 17 July Museum of English Rural Life, Staircase Hall display
A celebration of books on farms and farming for children from the 19th to mid 20th centuries selected from the University of Reading rare books collection and the library of the Museum of English Rural Life.
Admission free.
WAITING FOR GODOT: 60 years on 18 May – 14 August usual opening hours Library, Whiteknights campus
Marking 60 years since the premiere of Samuel Beckett's Waiting for Godot (directed by Sir Peter Hall) at the Arts Theatre, London, this display features items from our world-leading Beckett collection and celebrates the event that 'changed the landscape of British theatre'.
Admission free. This display is presented as part of Staging Beckett, an AHRC-funded project that is researching the impact of productions of Beckett’s drama in the UK and Ireland.
Parts of this display can also be viewed from 9 – 11 April in the Minghella building and from 18 August at the Ure Museum.
HIROSHIMA AT 7020 July – 8 September usual opening hours Museum of English Rural Life, Staircase Hall display
Commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Hiroshima bombing, this powerful display centres around the remarkable exchange of gifts between the University of Reading and Hiroshima University in the years following the devastating event.
Admission free.
RURAL READS PLUSLast Thursday of the month 5.30pm – 7.00pm Museum of English Rural Life, Staircase Hall
Join the museum’s Rural Reads book club each month and delve into the University’s vast Special Collections for reading inspiration.
Admission free (£1.50 for tea/coffee and biscuits) To find out more visit: www.reading.ac.uk/merl or contact [email protected] 0118 378 8660
NORMA WILKINSON LECTURE: Science and fieldwork in the polar regionsDr Liz Morris OBE, Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
Wednesday 29 April | 5.00 pm Henley Business School, Whiteknights campus
The School of Archaeology, Geography and Environmental Science is delighted to host this lecture, celebrating women and fieldwork. Dr Liz Morris, a glaciologist, working on the mass balance of polar ice sheets and their response to climate change, will discuss her experiences of fieldwork in the polar regions. Dr Morris has worked in both the Arctic and Antarctic.
This annual lecture is funded by a bequest to the Department of Geography and Environmental Science from the family of Norma Wilkinson, a University of Reading alumna.
Admission is free, places are limited. To book a place, please visit: www.reading.ac.uk/events or contact 0118 378 6718
For more information about our Special Collections events, visit www.reading.ac.uk/special-collections
ALBERT WOLTERS LECTURE: Bilingualism: Consequences for the mind and brainProfessor Ellen Bialystok, recipient of the Albert Wolters Visiting Distinguished Professorship award
Tuesday 5 May | 7.00 pm | Henley Business School, Whiteknights campus
The School of Psychology & Clinical Language Sciences is delighted to present this lecture to be given by Professor Ellen Bialystok. She will discuss the growing body of literature showing that being actively bilingual reshapes the mind and brain throughout the lifespan, from infancy to old age.
Admission is free, places are limited. To book a place, please visit: www.reading.ac.uk/events or contact 0118 378 6718
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CAFÉ THEOLOGIQUEZero Degrees, 9 Bridge Street, Reading RG1 2LR
The University Chaplaincy presents these partnership events with the Bishop of Reading, based on the popular Café Scientifique model:
Paradoxology: Why Christianity was never meant to be simpleMonday 18 May | 7.30 pm
Krish Kandiah, President of London School of Theology, Vice-President of Tearfund
Whatever happened to the soul? Theological questions raised by brain impairmentMonday 15 June | 7.30 pm
Revd Dr Joanna Collicutt, Karl Jaspers Lecturer, Pyschology and Spirituality, University of Oxford
Admission is free, all welcome. For more information, contact [email protected] or call 0118 378 8797
www.reading.ac.uk/chaplaincy
PUBLIC LECTURES AT THE INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION: Learning to write – it takes longer than we thinkProfessor Rhona Stainthorp, Professor at the Institute of Education, University of Reading
Tuesday 19 May | 6.45 pm Building L22, London Road campus
The Institute of Education presents its annual lecture series. Each lecture is given by one of our own academics or a visiting speaker, discussing the range of topics that affect the world of education today.
Admission is free, places are limited. Booking is essential for this event. For further information and to book a place, contact: [email protected] | 0118 378 2613
Supported by the CfBT Education Trust, the evidence-based education improvement charity.
www.cfbt.com
IS EVOLUTION A RELIGION? A VIEW FROM LITERATUREProfessor Michael Ruse, Florida State University
Tuesday 26 May | 2.00 pm – 3.30 pm Harborne Building, Whiteknights campus
The Interdisciplinary Research into the Humanities and Science centre is pleased to present this afternoon talk. Professor Michael Ruse, a leading expert on the debate over Evolution and Creationism, will show how literature gives an insight into the Darwinian Revolution that we cannot get just from looking at the science itself.
Admission free, all welcome.
For more information, contact John Holmes: [email protected] | 0118 378 7009
FASCINATION OF PLANTS DAYMonday 18 May | 10.00 am – 4.00 pm Whiteknights campus
Join the School of Biological Sciences as they celebrate the third international Fascination of Plants Day.
Come and witness the fascination of plants, showcasing a captivating and puzzling plant and its relationship with people past, present and future. Enjoy hands-on activities, guided walks and dramatic historical re-enactment!
For more information, contact Dr Jonathan Mitchley: [email protected] and Dr Macarena Cardenas: [email protected]
Visit: drmgoeswild.com and plantday.org to find out more about the day
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IN THE SPOTLIGHT: BUSINESS OF THE BEAUTIFUL GAME Henley Business School Engaging Business event Tuesday 16 June 7.00 pm | doors open at 6.30 pm Henley Business School, Whiteknights campus
The Vice-Chancellor, Sir David Bell, will chair an informal panel discussion bringing together external industry experts and faculty to discuss current issues in the business of football and football finance. Speakers will include Professor Adrian Bell, Head of ICMA Centre, an academic expert in football finance, and Michael Bolingbroke, CEO, Inter-Milan and former COO of Manchester United, who is also an alumnus of the University of Reading. Further details to be announced; please visit www.henley.ac.uk for updates.
Admission is free, places are limited. To book a place contact [email protected]
ON OSCAR WILDESTEPHEN FRY
The University of Reading, in partnership with the Oscar Wilde Society, is proud to present Stephen Fry, who will give this Inaugural Town Hall Lecture in honour of poet and playwright Oscar Wilde.
Admission: £15 / £12.50 (concessions) www.readingarts.com
INAUGURAL UNIVERSITY OF READING TOWN HALL LECTURE 2015
Friday 19 June | Saturday 20 June 9.30am – 3.00pm
Considering applying to Reading? Come along and meet us. Our undergraduate Open Days give you the perfect chance to see what we're all about.
To find out more and register: www.reading.ac.uk/opendays
UNDERGRADUATE OPEN DAYS
SOLD OUT For all ticket enquiries, contact Reading Arts Box office: 0118 960 6060
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Thursday 4 June | 8.00pm | Reading Town Hall, Blagrave Street, Reading, RG1 1QH
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TOUR THE UNIVERSITY'S METEOROLOGICAL OBSERVATORYFriday 12 June, Friday 19 June, Friday 26 June, Friday 3 July Tours start at 3.00 pm | The Atmospheric Observatory (located between the Science and Technology Centre and Bridges Hall), Earley Gate, Whiteknights campus
We've been making weather observations at Reading since 1902. Today we have over 100 years of unbroken daily records including temperature and rainfall. Most of our instruments are fully automatic, and information is logged by computer every second of every day, 365 days per year. The wide range of observatory instruments and their records provide a valuable teaching resource to the department as well as continuing our long climate record.
Admission is free, places are limited. To book a place visit www.met.reading.ac.uk
LECTURE: FIVE DECADES OF METEOROLOGY RESEARCH AT READINGFriday 10 July | 7.00 pm Agriculture Building, Earley Gate, Whiteknights campus
You are warmly invited to a special evening looking at some of the science that has been undertaken at Reading over the past five decades, from glider measurements of the atmosphere through to the ground breaking research taking place today on storms, arctic sea ice and climate change.
OPEN EVENTSaturday 11 July | 10.30 am – 5.00 pm Meteorology Building, Earley Gate, Whiteknights campus
Join us for a day in the department, celebrating the past, present and future of Meteorology at Reading. Participate in discussions on weather and climate with our academics, tour our laboratories and atmospheric observatory and watch a weather balloon launch. Posters showcasing the work of our PhD students will also be on display and the day will finish with an emphasis on the impact that our research has on society.
Admission is free, places are limited. To book a place for one or both of these events, please visit www.met.reading.ac.uk
DEPARTMENT OF METEOROLOGY 50TH ANNIVERSARY
50 YEARS OF WEATHER AND CLIMATE IN READING Then, now and the future
The University of Reading’s department of Meteorology is celebrating its 50th anniversary as a world leading centre for weather and climate research.
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Waiting for Godot: 60 years on display starts display running until 14 August p. 14
18 Fascination of plants day p. 16
18 TALK Café Theologique: Paradoxology: Why Christianity was never meant to be simple p. 16
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FILM English National Opera Live: Pirates of Penzance p. 5
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PLAYS Film, Theatre & Television: Second Year productions running until 2 June p. 11
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ARTS Department of Art degree show starts running until 14 June p. 8
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MUSIC Lunchtime Concert p. 4
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FILM Inherent Vice (15) p. 5
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FILM Difret (12A) p. 5
04 TALK Town Hall Lecture: Stephen Fry on Oscar Wilde p.18
05 MERL Toddler time p. 13
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MUSIC Choral Gala p. 7
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MUSIC The Big Band Big Lunch p. 9
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ARTS Institute of Education Art exhibition starts display running until 13 June p. 8
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FILM Wild Tales (Relatos salvajes) (15) p. 5
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PLAYS RUDS 24-hour musical p.10
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ARTS Typography and Graphic Communication degree show starts display running until 13 June p. 10
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FILM Still Life (12A) p. 5
12 Department of Meteorology 50th anniversary event: tour of the Meteorological observatory p. 21
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MUSIC RUMS Summer Concert p.9
19 TALK Public Lectures at the Institute of Education: Learning to write – it takes longer than we think p. 17
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FILM Chile's Student Uprising p. 5
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FILM Still Alice (12A) p. 5
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FILM Force Majeure (Turist) (15) p. 5
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26 TALK Is evolution a religion? A view from literature p. 17
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FILM X+Y (12A) p. 5
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how To FInd US:Detailed information about how to get to the University, including maps of our campuses can be found at: www.reading.ac.uk/find-us
THE POSTCODE FOR WHITEKNIGHTS CAMPUS FOR SAT NAV USE IS RG6 6UR. FOR SOME EVENTS YOU MAY BE DIRECTED TO A PARTICULAR CAR PARK.
Events at Earley Gate Guests are advised to use the Earley Gate entrance to the University (there is no car access to Earley Gate from the Shinfield Road entrance). Postcode for sat nav use: RG6 7BE.
Events at London Road campus The London Road campus car park can be accessed from London Road (turn left into Crown Place). The postcode for sat nav use is RG1 5AQ. Visitors attending an event at the Museum of English Rural Life are invited to use the MERL car park or Acacia Road car park (adjacent to the Museum). Postcode for sat nav use: RG1 5EX.
The sat nav post code for Wantage Hall is RG1 5JG.
Parking permits If you are attending an event at any campus on a weekday before 5.00pm and plan on arriving by car, you will need to display a visitor’s permit to park on site, unless otherwise advised. After 5.00pm, and at weekends, a permit is not required. Please note that a permit does not guarantee a car parking space. If you have any queries regarding specific event parking, please contact the event organiser directly.
For more information, please visit: www.reading.ac.uk/events
BUSES RUN FROM READING TOWN CENTRE TO THE UNIVERSITY CAMPUSES REGULARLY.
Whiteknights campus Shinfield Road: Claret routes 21 and 21a (24 hour service) stop on the Whiteknights campus, collecting from outside Reading Station. Scarlet route 9 and the Leopard route 3 stop next to the Shinfield Road entrance*
Pepper Lane: Claret routes 21 and 21a stop at the Pepper Lane entrance
Earley Gate: Routes 19a, 19b, 19c stop by this entrance. The Purple route 17 (24 hour service) stops at Three Tuns on Wokingham Road, which is a short walk from the Earley Gate entrance
London Road campus Scarlet route 9 and Claret routes 21 and 21a both travel past the London Road campus en route to the Whiteknights campus.
For further information visit: www.reading-buses.co.uk/university
*All buses travelling through Whiteknights campus are now hybrid buses.
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For more information, please contact:
Events Office
University of Reading Whiteknights PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6AH
Postcode for sat nav use: RG6 6UR
[email protected] Tel (0118) 378 6718
www.reading.ac.uk/events
Event details in this guide are correct at the time of going to press. Please check our website for up to date information:
www.reading.ac.uk/events
READYBIKE – WHY NOT CYCLE TO OUR CAMPUSES WITH READING’S ON STREET BICYCLE HIRE SCHEME?
We have Readybike docking stations on our Whiteknights and London Road campuses. For more information visit: www.readybike.co.uk
To find out about greener travel to the University, visit: www.reading.ac.uk/cleanandgreen/travel
