BINGO! It’s back, it’s retro and it comes with a twist at Gala Bingo’s “All The Calls Galary” event this weekend.
Art and entertainment collide in a delightful and unique manner as Gala Bingo presents the “All The Calls Galary”, set to grace Manchester on February 17th and 18th, 2024 at Smolensky Gallery in the Spinningfields area.
This one-of-a-kind pop-up exhibition promises an immersive experience that seamlessly blends the world of art with the excitement of bingo, offering attendees a chance to win big while indulging in a sensory playground of creativity.
This ingenious twist on classic bingo will have attendees tasked with matching 90 bingo calls to corresponding pieces of artwork, ranging from traditional paintings to avant-garde sculptures and performance art. It’s an interactive experience that not only celebrates the game we all know and love, but will get you laughing and smiling in a playground of art, from paintings to sculptures.
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It’s free to enter for curious passersby or you can sign up via the Eventbrite page, the Galary invites everyone to participate in the fun. We want to see a “Full House”!
Picture this: you stroll into the Galary, greeted by the sight of eager attendees armed with bingo cards and pencils, ready to embark on an artistic adventure like no other.
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As you peruse the gallery, attempting to match 90 bingo calls to their corresponding artworks, you can’t help but chuckle at the sheer absurdity of it all. Who knew that “Two Fat Ladies” could inspire such imaginative interpretations?
Afterwards, pop your cards into the ballot box for a chance to win a £2,500 gift card in the draw. Everyone can leave as a winner, as smaller prizes will be up for grabs too for those who can’t commit to the full challenge.
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As Manchester continues to evolve as a cultural hub, events like the All The Calls Galary serve as a testament to the city’s creative spirit and its ability to merge tradition with innovation. Beyond the allure of prizes and games, the Galary symbolizes something deeper—a celebration of Manchester’s cultural vibrancy and the spirit of inclusivity.
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So mark your calendars, Manchester residents, because the All The Calls Galary is not to be missed. Whether you’re vying for the chance to win a £2,500 gift card or simply looking to immerse yourself in a world of creativity and fun, this weekend promises to be a memorable one.
Please note, the event is only for people over the age of 18.
The All The Calls Galary will be free to enter for curious passersby for one weekend only, and visitors can also sign up HERE.
Where: Smolensky Gallery, Building 21, 23 Quay St, Manchester M3 4AE
Open UK casting call for new Harry Potter TV series announced
Thomas Melia
It may have been just over a year since rumours of the show had been confirmed, but now the search is officially on.
Harry Potter is one of the most successful and cherished franchises on screen, paper, and stage, and the book series by JK Rowling is the world’s number one best-selling in history, with over 600 million copies distributed across the globe.
The new original series adaptation will be produced by the American television network, HBO, known for its involvement in huge dramas like Game Of Thrones and Euphoria.
Currently, the show is looking for UK actors to audition for one of the three wizarding friends.
These roles were originally played by the now Hollywood-greats, Daniel Radcliffe, who starred as Harry Potter, Emma Watson as Hermione Granger, and Rupert Grint as Ron Weasley.
Recently, Francesca Gardiner – known for her work on Killing Eve and Succession, was announced as the showrunner, and she will oversee all the writing and producing of the show, with full creative control.
In the description for these leading roles, a statement reads: “We are committed to inclusive, diverse casting. For every role please submit qualified performers, without any regard to ethnicity, disability, race, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other basis protected by law unless otherwise specifically indicated.”
Although the statement pulled from the casting call is open to all actors, with no concern over their protected characteristics, this new original series may be affected by controversy surrounding the author, JK Rowling.
She has previously been criticised for her opinions on gender identity, especially in her condemnation of transgender people and the LGBTQ+ community.
Currently, producers are only considering children who are between the ages of 9-11 in April 2025, and the only way to officially apply is through the CastIt website here.
Applications must be submitted by a parent or legal guardian.
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Home Bargains announces Boxing Day and New Year’s Day store closures so staff can ‘relax’
Emily Sergeant
Home Bargains has announced it’ll be closing all its stores across the UK on both Boxing Day and New Year’s Day once again this year.
It’s to make sure staff get a “well-deserved break”.
After what has been yet another busy year for the retail industry, many workers have been left feeling like they could do with a little extra time off, which is why Home Bargains is following on with what has become its now-annual tradition of shutting up shop on two bank holidays.
Confirming the move in a post across all its social media platforms, the why discount retailer said: “All of our stores will be closing for Boxing Day and New Years Day.
“We would like to thank all our staff for how hard they have worked this past year, and want them to relax and enjoy the Christmas break with loved ones.”
Of course, this isn’t the first time the retailer has kept its doors shut on bank holidays.
Many shoppers will remember it made the same decision to give hardworking staff the days off in every year since 2019 – with 2020 and 2021 perhaps the most-needed as a break from the hectic working environments and schedules brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Explaining a little more about the decision taken to close all its stores, Home Bargains said: “As a family-run business, we know the importance of being together at Christmas with those we care about most, now more than ever.
“This is our way of saying thank you to our colleagues for their continued hard work and dedication.”
As it does pretty much every year, Home Bargains’ decision to close all stores on the two bank holidays again for this festive season has been met with lots of praise by customers online – with the retailer’s social media post having racked up tens of thousands of interactions.
Daisy Jackson -
16th February 2024 
