Spring 2012 Great Expectations by Hugh Leonard. Adapted from the Novel by Charles Dickens.Baroque Theatre Company presents Great Expectations, a stunning theatrical experience in celebration of the 200th anniversary of Charles Dickens' birth. Young Philip Pirrip, known as Pip, helps the escaped convict Abel Magwitch and sets in motion a chain of events that will affect his entire young life. Taken under the wing of the eccentric Miss Havisham, Pip falls in love with her ward, the chilly Estella, and determines to be a gentleman. Receiving money from a mysterious source, and expecting more, Pip renounces his humble past life and feels sure he will achieve his aim and then the true identity of his benefactor is revealed and a painful process of moral education begins for Pip. Bringing to life all the vivid characters of the original and conveying the story with great clarity, atmosphere and theatrical flair, this production of Charles Dickens most popular novel will be exciting and haunting. Director: Adam Morley. Consultant: Gerald Dickens (Great great grandson of Charles Dickens) Producer: Claire Bibby. Takes place at the Coronation Hall, Ulverston, Cumbria. Box Office: 01229 587140 www.corohall.co.uk Ticket Prices: 15.00 (full) 13.00 (concessions) www.baroquetheatre.com March 25 - 31st - South Cumberland Music Festival This is one of the country's most highly regarded competitive musical events. www.scmfweb.org.uk April 27th -- May 6th - Ulverston Walking Festival A programme of walks in and around the Ulverston area. Full details will be available from early April 2012. Volunteers and walk