Whilst you are over here we want you to see varying parts of British life. This is why we put on various subsidized events so you can experience life as a Brit may. We have picked a few of the events we are running this term so you can get excited. The events run throughout the semester, look out for posters around the center for further details.
A heart warming tale, showing a young boy stepping out of the boxing ring into ballet shows. Set in a period where Northern Britain was being torn apart by unemployment and mining strikes, the times are difficult for Billy and all around him. Running since 2005 on London's West End, Billy Elliott is a captivating musical. Don't just take our word for it, check out the reviews. To get a taste of the show, have a watch of the trailer at the Billy Elliott YouTube channel.
Come along with us and step back in time, into the Churchills War Rooms. Experience the wartime bunker where Churchill and the Cabinet sheltered throughout the Blitz. Discover the stories that happened in the tough days of the Second World War, along with a more in depth interactive learning of Winston Churchill a the Churchill Museum.
Sport is a huge part of life in Britain, with hundreds of thousands of people each weekend watching their beloved team. Watch the players crash into each other, without any pads or helmets. Rugby, is a game that you may not get a chance to see back home so we have put on an event to see Saracens vs London Irish.Come along to watch this tough game played in front of passionate fans. The atmosphere is set to be electric at this Premier League match.
There are full weekend events too. We go to Wales for an adventure weekend and Edinburgh to see the sights. Check out our post about these great events for more information.
If you want to know more about the events, pop by the Student Services office or drop us a message on Facebook or Twitter.