Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
Christmas come early
The long-anticipated screen-writing debut of J.K. Rowling has arrived, to the relief of wizarding fans worldwide. “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,” set in prewar New York, tells the story of Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne), an introverted, eccentric wizard and the future author of a textbook used by Harry Potter in the original wizarding series. There are magical creatures, stunning cinematography and superb acting aplenty to get stuck into.
Snowfest
For winter sports fanatics
Dream of boarding through powder and
tackling black runs? This weekend’s SnowFest
winter sport extravaganza could be
right up your street. Attend open lectures
from the stars of the mountaineering and
freeriding worlds, hear some of the city’s
best DJ’s spin records and enjoy watching
skiers and snowboarder try tricks on a 15
meter airbag.
Lace Haute Couture
Fashion through the ages
This weekend is your last chance to catch
a beautiful exhibition at the Museum of
Decorative, Applied Folk Art. “Lace Haute
Couture” features more than 300 works
which demonstrate the history of lacemaking
from the 18th century to modern
experimental fashion designs. Exhibits include
haute couture items from the Atelier
Caraco in Paris.
