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FREE EVENT
Join us as we investigate the legacies of the Shelley family in Bournemouth and Boscombe. On one hand these legacies are imprinted on the landscape, with Boscombe Pier being part-funded by Percy Florence Shelley, and the Chine Gardens former land from the Shelley estate. On the other hand the connections are mythical - despite neither Mary nor Percy Bysshe Shelley ever living in Dorset, pubs are named after them, a museum dedicated to their lives, and the town has hosted an annual Shelley Frankenstein Festival.
The Shelley Legacies Heritage Day will comprise of a screened interview with Dr Stephen Hebron about the Shelley papers in the Bodleian Library and their connections to Boscombe; a talk from Dr David Coates about Sir Percy Florence Shelley, his private theatre and Bournemouth; and a talk from Lord Abinger about his ancestors - the Shelley family. These talks will incorporate previously unpublished images and artefacts.
During the day you’ll also have the opportunity to get hands-on, transcribing copies of manuscripts relating to Percy Florence Shelley. The day will culminate with a reading of one of Percy Florence Shelley’s short plays - the first time that it has been mounted since it was first staged in this very same venue over 150 years ago. You’re in for a treat!
Refreshments will be provided.
The event has been organised by Dr David Coates and is supported by the University of Warwick. David will be seeking interest from members of the public who may wish to take part in a larger community-driven project on the topic of Shelley Legacies.
For a full proposed schedule of the day, copy and paste this link into your webbrowser: https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/arts/scapvc/theatre/staff/david_coates/shelleylegacies/ |
| Saturday 29 February 2020 |
10:00 |
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Benjamin Joseph "Ben" Ottewell is an English singer-songwriter, and one of the three lead singers of the English indie rock band Gomez.
He was the recipient of the Mercury Music Award Prize in 1998, and is well known for his "deep, raspy voice" and "gravelly baritone".
Ben returns for the Bournemouth Folk Club series of concerts at the Shelley Theatre, appearing solo as he did for his previous sold-out show here in 2018, and appearance at Purbeck Valley Folk Festival.
Support for this gig is ROSWELL, a young award-winning songwriter duo, who play the first half-hour. |
| Saturday 29 February 2020 |
20:00 |
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BU & AUB Performing Arts Society presents
Chicago
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In roaring twenties Chicago, chorus girl Roxie Hart murders a faithless lover and convinces her hapless husband, Amos, to take the rap...until he finds out he's been duped and turns on Roxie. Convicted and sent to death row, Roxie and another "Merry Murderess," Velma Kelly, vie for the spotlight and the headlines, ultimately joining forces in search of the "American Dream": fame, fortune, and acquittal.
Students from BU & AUB Performing Arts Society bring this sharp-edged satire featuring a dazzling score - including showstoppers such a “All That Jazz” and “Razzle Dazzle”- that sparked immortal staging by Bob Fosse. |
| Tuesday 03 March 2020 |
19:30 |
| Wednesday 04 March 2020 |
19:30 |
| Thursday 05 March 2020 |
19:30 |
| Friday 06 March 2020 |
19:30 |
| Saturday 07 March 2020 |
14:30 |
| Saturday 07 March 2020 |
19:30 |
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"The Good Liar" pairs Oscar winner Helen Mirren and two-time Oscar nominee Ian McKellen on the big screen for the first time.
Career con artist Roy Courtnay (McKellen) can hardly believe his luck when he meets well-to-do widow Betty McLeish (Mirren) online. As Betty opens her home and life to him, Roy is surprised to find himself caring about her, turning what should be a cut-and-dry swindle into the most treacherous tightrope walk of his life.
Also starring Russell Tovey (TV's "Quantico") and Jim Carter (TV's "Downton Abbey").
*11am is a relaxed performance intended to be sensitive to audience members who may benefit from a more unrestricted environment. The auditorium remains lit, and you are free to enter and leave as you please. |
| Wednesday 11 March 2020 |
11:00 |
| Wednesday 11 March 2020 |
20:00 |
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Dazzling singer-songwriter Angélique returns to the Shelley Theatre after her inspirational U.K. debut there in 2019. Accompanied by an outstanding ensemble of top professional musicians, she premieres twelve new songs of astonishing depth and feeling.
In the first half of the concert Musical Director, Doug Gould, presents his extraordinary piano improvisation on the Lennon and McCartney songbook.
“First rate” “A wonderful talent”
"....a remarkable performance. Lovers of beautiful music cannot afford to miss the next one!" - Bournemouth Echo
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| Thursday 12 March 2020 |
19:30 |
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Comedy Drag Bingo with Charlie Hides from Ru Paul's Drag Race.
After selling out all over the UK, Charlie Hides is bringing his shiny balls to Bournemouth. An outrageously fun event hosted by internationally famous Drag Queen Charlie Hides with stand-up comedy, sing a longs and camp prizes to be won!
Guaranteed good time or your money back.
Snatch up your tickets fast as this event WILL sell out!
"Not your Nana's Bingo!" - BOYZ Magazine
"Dame Charlie Hides, you are one fierce queen" - RuPaul
"Hysterical" - Kylie Minogue
"Outrageously talented" - Attitude Magazine
"The most fun I've ever had playing Bingo" - Angelina Jolie
Catch Drag Bingo with Charlie Hides, at the Shelley Theatre, on the following dates in 2020:
1st May, 26th June, 25th July, 28th Aug, 23rd Oct, 20th Nov & 19th Dec. |
| Friday 13 March 2020 |
19:00 |
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OLIVIER AWARD WINNER 2010
"If you've never seen Under Milk Wood before, this is perhaps the ultimate rendition. Don't miss it!" ★★★★★ The Times
Celebrating a day in the life of 'Llareggub' - a small seatown somewhere in Wales - all 69 ebullient inhabitants in Dylan Thomas' timeless masterpiece are hilariously recreated in an amazing feat of memory and virtuosity.
Complemented by a stunning original soundscape, it's bawdy and beautiful, sad and sensual and, through the music of language, leaves indelible, unforgettable images of humanity.
Made famous by Richard Burton's legendary recording in 1954, Guy Masterson (Burton's nephew) brings the entire work it to vivid life on stage.
This astonishing solo performance premiered in 1994 and has played over 2000 times all over the world from Swansea to the West End, Trinidad to New Zealand, Hong Kong to Calcutta over 53 years, enchanting audiences wherever it has played.
“The sight and sound of Guy Masterson performing Thomas's masterpiece is electrifying” Daily Mail.
"It's a feat of multiple characterisation impeccable timing, vocal dexterity and precise physical control, performed with tremendous sensitivity and panache!" ★★★★★ The Guardian
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| Friday 13 March 2020 |
19:30 |
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2019 saw Phil Beer busily engaged in finishing a large number of recordings to make up a definitive Box Set of songs and music, encapsulating everything he has done in the last 40 years. They include archive material as well as copious new recordings all in one package.
His 2020 solo shows will be the last time he undertakes such a large number of performances, and will reflect this body of work. In addition, there will be a solo album entirely featuring instruments built by the late David Oddy.
Very old songs, very new songs. So much to choose from after all this time. Catch him on tour while you can! |
| Saturday 14 March 2020 |
20:00 |
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A modern Mark Twain style adventure story, THE PEANUT BUTTER FALCON tells the story of Zak (Gottsagen), a young man with Down syndrome, who runs away from a residential nursing home to follow his dream of attending the professional wrestling school of his idol, The Salt Water Redneck (Thomas Haden Church).
A strange turn of events pairs him on the road with Tyler (LaBeouf), a small time outlaw on the run, who becomes Zak’s unlikely coach and ally. Together they wind through deltas, elude capture, drink whisky, find God, catch fish, and convince Eleanor (Johnson), a kind nursing home employee charged with Zak’s return, to join them on their journey.
*11am is a relaxed performance intended to be sensitive to audience members who may benefit from a more unrestricted environment. The auditorium remains lit, and you are free to enter and leave as you please. |
| Wednesday 18 March 2020 |
11:00 |
| Wednesday 18 March 2020 |
20:00 |
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When their wealthy half-brother cheats them of their fortune, Elinor and Marianne Dashwood are left penniless. They are forced to leave the comforts of Norland Park and relocate to chilly Barton Cottage in Devonshire.
Eminently sensible, Elinor, pines for quiet, kind-hearted Edward Ferrars, but the impulsive Marianne loses herself in the idea of her hero on horseback, and for a girl who feasts on poetry and music, what else is there to do in Devon but dream of rescue?
When John Willoughby, a handsome stranger, arrives one day, helping a rain-drenched Marianne, the sisters are convinced that their fortunes are changed forever.
In Jessica Swale’s delightful adaptation of Austen’s dearly-loved classic, we follow the fortunes of Elinor and Marianne as they chase their dreams from Devonshire to London and back. |
| Thursday 19 March 2020 |
19:30 |
| Friday 20 March 2020 |
19:30 |
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BLACK CHERRY IMPROV, the show that takes audience participation to the next level! This show brings you their own unique brand of improvised comedy!
Watch as an entire night of hilarity is created based on nothing but your ideas, you can expect... the unexpected! Your suggestion could be turned into a scene, a song, a skit or even become a smash hit musical!! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to see this amazing improvised comedy show!
*****’From start to finish, roaring laughter throughout the auditorium’ - (Trip Advisor)
*****’Five stars!’ - (The Ritz, London)
*****’Laughter is coming’ - (John Snow, House of Lark)
*****’tickets please!’ - (Train Conductor)
Catch Black Cherry Improv at the Shelley Theatre on the following dates:
Friday 21st Feb; Friday 20th Mar; Friday 24th Apr; Friday 22nd May; Friday 19th Jun;
Fri 24th Jul; Friday 14th Aug; Friday 11th Sep; Friday 30th Oct;
Friday 27th Nov; Friday 18th Dec. |
| Friday 20 March 2020 |
20:00 |
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Robert Wise’s eerie tale, captured using creative filming techniques including distorted Panavision is regarded as one of the best horror films of all time.
While working on West Side Story, director Robert Wise read Shirley Jackson’s The Haunting of Hill House. He was impressed by how this tale of terror had gripped him, and hoped he might be able to translate some of its most hair-raising passages to the silver screen. He used a 30mm anamorphic, wide-angle lens and Panavision camera which at the time, was technically not yet ready for use. This produced distortions, perfectly capturing the unnerving atmosphere Wise sought to elicit using the expanse of the Panavision process.
The story which centres on a group of people invited to investigate a haunted house is now iconic. Its emphasis on the psychological as well as the supernatural has secured its legacy as the haunted house film against which all others are measured.
We are thrilled to be able to bring this to The Shelley Theatre from an archived 35mm print thanks to BFI and Park Circus. |
| Saturday 21 March 2020 |
20:00 |
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Totally over you is a sparky comedy exploring celebrity obsession and romantic foolishness.
Kitty, Rochelle, Hannah and Sinita break up with their boyfriends, persuaded by a horoscope and the fame-hungry Kitty that it would be better if they only dated celebrities.
The boys decide to trick the girls into thinking that they are on the brink of fame and fortune as a dreamy boy band. The girls quickly decide to win the boys back, but when they find out the truth, will it be enough for Kitty?
Written by Mark Ravenhill, Directed by Lizzie Frances. Featuring the Pure Drama Senior Acting students. |
| Sunday 22 March 2020 |
18:00 |
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In 2003, as politicians in Britain and the US angle to invade Iraq, GCHQ translator Katharine Gun leaks a classified e-mail that urges spying on members of the UN Security Council to force through the resolution to go to war. Charged with breaking the Official Secrets Act, and facing imprisonment, Katharine and her lawyers set out to defend her actions. With her life, liberty and marriage threatened, she must stand up for what she believes in…
*11am is a relaxed performance intended to be sensitive to audience members who may benefit from a more unrestricted environment. The auditorium remains lit, and you are free to enter and leave as you please. |
| Wednesday 25 March 2020 |
11:00 |
| Wednesday 25 March 2020 |
20:00 |
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It is 1846, and the little town of Lyme Regis is battered by howling winter-gales. Dying and increasingly dependent on laudanum, Mary Anning reflects on her life. By challenging the status quo and making remarkable strides in a male dominated scientific world, her work threatens to disprove the very foundations she was raised on. Haunted by hallucinations of friends, enemies and even the creatures she spent her life hacking out of the living rock, Anning tries to make sense of her existence in her last moments.
A story about memory and coming to terms with the past. Contemporary, multi-media theatre where narrative, physicality, puppetry, techno-soundscape and projected image combine to create storytelling at its most exciting.
"Another story by great storytellers!" - Marion Cox Dorset Echo
Age 12+ |
| Thursday 26 March 2020 |
20:00 |
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The London based swing band that have been making waves all across the world, from Thailand, South Korea and now Bournemouth!
The Shirt Tail Stompers are firmly established at home and internationally playing Harlem swing and the hot jazz of the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s. Featuring music from composers such as Duke Ellington, Count Basie and Benny Goodman, their goal is to make this early form of pop music popular again.
Highlights include the BBC Culture Show, Royal Albert Hall late night Jazz, Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival and National Theatre River stage.
'Expect singing, dancing and a whole load of fun!'
'The best vintage band anywhere' White Mink
‘Righteously retro, but youthful, trad jazzers dive back to prohibition- era speakeasies for inspiration, playing clarinet/trumpet/guitar-led Dixieland hits from Waller, Ellington and Basie’ Time Out London |
| Friday 27 March 2020 |
19:30 |
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Bournemouth Folk Club presents
MEGSON
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Four times nominated in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, and double winners of the Spiral Earth Awards, Megson - aka Stu & Debbie Hanna - draw heavily on their Teesside heritage to create a truly unique brand of folk music.
The husband & wife duo bring an infectious mix of heavenly vocals, lush harmonies and driving rhythmic guitars. Comprising Debs Hanna (Vocals, Whistle, Piano Accordion) and Stu Hanna (Guitar, Mandola, Banjo) Megson have gained fame on the British folk scene.
‘Simply Brilliant’- The Sunday Express
‘Savagely perceptive lyrics & melodies to die for’ - Louder Than War
2019 saw the release of their much anticipated new studio album CONTRADICSHUN gaining them critical acclaim including FOLK ALBUM OF THE WEEK from THE SUNDAY TIMES, “One of the albums of the year” ★★★★ from ROCK 'N' REEL. |
| Saturday 28 March 2020 |
20:00 |
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Thirteen year old New Yorker Theo Decker's life is turned upside down when his mother is killed in a terrorist attack at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and, confused, in the rubble of the tragedy, he steals a priceless piece of art known as The Goldfinch. The movie follows his life following this turn of events and the loss of his mother.
*11am is a relaxed performance intended to be sensitive to audience members who may benefit from a more unrestricted environment. The auditorium remains lit, and you are free to enter and leave as you please. |
| Wednesday 01 April 2020 |
11:00 |
| Wednesday 01 April 2020 |
20:00 |
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Lloyd is back on the road for his third UK stand up tour. It’s been a busy few years for Grimsby’s favourite (for now, anyway) comedian/choirboy. He’s recently been supporting Jack Whitehall on tour, and you may have also seen him in on 8 out of 10 cats (Channel 4), Can You Beat The Bookies? (BBC), Soccer AM (Sky One), Flinch (Netflix), Live At The Comedy Store (Comedy Central), Roast Battle (Comedy Central), Songs of Praise (BBC2) ((lol)).
'This is an hour of uplifting stand-up that’ll have you smiling for days. A warm, relatable and hilarious show' - The Sunday Post
'Disarmingly good’ - Dominic Maxwell, The Times
‘Lloyd Griffith has to be my favourite find from this show. It's not often you get a comic and a choirboy rolled into one, and he's seriously talented in both areas’ - Leicester Mercury
Catch Lloyd at the Shelley Theatre on Thurs 27th & Fri 28th February, and 2nd April.
Recommended age 14+ |
| Thursday 02 April 2020 |
20:00 |
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The Loire valley and Alsace are famous for their white wines, but both also produce reds and rosés. Although these regions may lie in the shadow of Burgundy, Bordeaux, Champagne and the Rhône in the public’s imagination, they both produce a wide variety of world class wines, from bone dry and sparkling to still and lusciously sweet.
We will explore the range of styles on offer and clarify the sometimes rather confusing Alsace quality hierarchy as we taste a representative sample of ten wines.
We will also discuss the unique climate of both the Alsace and the main regions of the Loire. As ever, the Shelley kitchen will provide a platter of food to accompany the wine. Come and join me for an evening of wines that deserve a greater following than they have. |
| Friday 03 April 2020 |
19:30 |
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Let the beaky boy from Friday Night Dinner (Channel 4) and Plebs (ITV2) tell you the story of how he spent his life trying to avenge the theft of his foreskin.
Previous winner of the Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year and nominated for Best Breakthrough Artist at the British Comedy Awards.
'A striking show, raising questions and laughter in equal measure.' (Guardian).”
'A thoughtful and often hilarious take on a disturbing subject.' (List).”
‘This is essentially an hour’s worth of dick jokes. It is funny, though.’ (Metro).”
As seen as the drunkest guy on Drunk History (Comedy Central), sassing Chris Ramsey on Roast Battle (Comedy Central) and getting overly competitive in the pub quiz (The Alwyne Castle).
Photo credit: Idil Sukan |
| Friday 03 April 2020 |
20:00 |
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THE NEXT BIG STAR OF MAGIC!
Ben Hart is no ordinary magician. He was the Magic Circle's "Young Magician of the Year" at 16, then in 2019 became a "Member of The Inner Magic Circle with Gold Star" at 26. He is already a West End Star and a Britain's Got Talent finalist (2019).
His utterly enchanting performances are dark, beautiful, baffling and wickedly funny. A treasure trove of impossible mysteries.
★★★★★ Broadway Baby
★★★★★ Glam Adelaide
★★★★ The Scotsman
★★★★ The List
"You’re better than David Blaine" - Eamon Holmes
"You are the living embodiment of magic" - David Walliams
"Eye-boggling…his sleight of hand is extraordinary" - Time Out
"jaw-droppingly amazing, beautiful.....a master of his art" - Broadway Baby
WHAT AN EASTER TREAT! |
| Saturday 04 April 2020 |
19:30 |
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The dramatic story of the cutthroat race between electricity titans Thomas Edison and George Westinghouse to determine whose electrical system would power the modern world. Backed by J.P. Morgan, Edison dazzles the world by lighting Manhattan. But Westinghouse, aided by Nikola Tesla, sees fatal flaws in Edison's direct current design….
Directed by Alfonso Gomez-Rejon, and starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Michael Shannon Nicholas Hoult and Katherine Waterston.
*11am is a relaxed performance intended to be sensitive to audience members who may benefit from a more unrestricted environment. The auditorium remains lit, and you are free to enter and leave as you please. |
| Wednesday 08 April 2020 |
11:00 |
| Wednesday 08 April 2020 |
20:00 |
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The doorbell rings. Emily and Edward Kingsley open the door. On the porch stands a young woman. They have dreamt of this night for seven years. At the same time, however, they have shared the dread that their dream may turn into a nightmare. But nothing has prepared them for the decision they must face which will change the nature of their relationship forever.
Local drama group Impact look forward to returning to Shelley Theatre with this production, in which acclaimed playwright Joanna Murray-Smith examines family, love and commitment with her characteristically sharp insight. |
| Wednesday 15 April 2020 |
20:00 |
| Thursday 16 April 2020 |
20:00 |
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Paul Thomas-Anderson's 'BOOGIE NIGHTS' is an epic of the low road, a classic Hollywood story set in the shadows instead of the spotlights but contains the same ingredients: Fame, envy, greed, talent, sex, money. The movie follows a large, colourful and curiously touching cast of characters as they live through a crucial turning point in the adult film industry as it shifts from heady, theatrical artistic film in the 1970s to a quick 'bang for your buck' cheap home video format that emerged in the 1980s. Everything changed.
Featuring an award-winning cast, including Mark Wahlberg, Burt Reynolds, John C. Reilly, Julianne Moore, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Don Cheadle and William H. Macy.
Dirt In The Gate Movies are thrilled to screen this from an original 35mm film print at The Shelley Theatre. |
| Friday 17 April 2020 |
20:00 |
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The remarkable intimate solo performances Martin gives go from strength to strength - every gig
is a masterclass. He travels throughout the UK and beyond, giving audiences
passion, sorrow, love, beauty and tragedy through his playing.
Equally at home playing English traditional folk, American folk and blues and his own compositions, Martin is acclaimed as one of the finest acoustic and slide guitar players, and a fine banjo-picker to boot, his solo shows bear witness to an artist at the very top of his game.
Whether interpreting material from tradition or singing his own potent self-penned songs,
Simpson is a remarkable storyteller: captivating and profoundly moving. His own songwriting
produced the poignant ‘Never Any Good’, from Prodigal Son - 2007’s Folk Album of the Year. |
| Saturday 18 April 2020 |
20:00 |
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At the height of the First World War, two young British soldiers, Schofield (Captain Fantastic’s George MacKay) and Blake (Game of Thrones’ Dean-Charles Chapman) are given a seemingly impossible mission. In a race against time, they must cross enemy territory and deliver a message that will stop a deadly attack on hundreds of soldiers—Blake’s own brother among them.
*11am is a relaxed performance intended to be sensitive to audience members who may benefit from a more unrestricted environment. The auditorium remains lit, and you are free to enter and leave as you please. |
| Wednesday 22 April 2020 |
11:00 |
| Wednesday 22 April 2020 |
20:00 |
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Writer, Radio 4 regular and creator of cult theatre show John Peel's Shed John Osborne returns with a brand new storytelling show about dementia, two sisters and the role music plays in our lives.
John's previous Edinburgh shows have been adapted for BBC Radio 4, and this brand new funny, sad, cosy, beautiful story deals with dementia, family and the role music plays in our lives. Just because something is diagnosed doesn't mean it's the end.
"Magical and moving," – Clash magazine. |
| Thursday 23 April 2020 |
19:30 |
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SONGBIRDS – an evening of great female vocalists.
Now in its 3rd year, Michael House is staging another night of music, showcasing the best of local talent with Patrick Peiro as compere. He will be accompanied by SU2, the great sound of the community Big Band.
Also appearing will be Wendy Piggot, a Grammy Award winner with a powerful voice, who is back performing for us by popular demand. Susie Kimber needs no introduction to local music fans and is looking forward to singing her kind of Jazz for us. Marnie Mags is a recording artist with a rapidly growing audience for her pop and folksy style.
Whether you taste is Jazz, Rock, Rhythm & Blues, Motown or a little light Folk then this will be a great night of music and one that will hopefully, leave you wanting for more. |
| Friday 24 April 2020 |
19:30 |
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BLACK CHERRY IMPROV, the show that takes audience participation to the next level! This show brings you their own unique brand of improvised comedy!
Watch as an entire night of hilarity is created based on nothing but your ideas, you can expect... the unexpected! Your suggestion could be turned into a scene, a song, a skit or even become a smash hit musical!! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to see this amazing improvised comedy show!
*****’From start to finish, roaring laughter throughout the auditorium’ - (Trip Advisor)
*****’Five stars!’ - (The Ritz, London)
*****’Laughter is coming’ - (John Snow, House of Lark)
*****’tickets please!’ - (Train Conductor)
Catch Black Cherry Improv at the Shelley Theatre on the following dates:
Friday 21st Feb; Friday 20th Mar; Friday 24th Apr; Friday 22nd May; Friday 19th Jun;
Fri 24th Jul; Friday 14th Aug; Friday 11th Sep; Friday 30th Oct;
Friday 27th Nov; Friday 18th Dec. |
| Friday 24 April 2020 |
20:00 |
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Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Amy Studt unveiled her series of musical chapters throughout 2019 including ‘Overdose’ - the follow up to the acclaimed ‘Sleepwalker’ single.
This was the fourth track in an ongoing stream of songs that completed the structure of Amy’s new album ‘Happiest Girl In The Universe’.
A narrative diary of depression, hope and redemption.
One of the most innovative artists around, Studt delivers haunting cinematic pop that recalls the drama of the late Scott Walker.
“Amy Studt has an evocative style - her vocal cuts through so much of the noise of the industry right now” - Ear To The Ground
“An immensely talented songwriter and musician, It’s a record with a manifesto to inspire and leave its imprint on the very heart of the listener.” - Peek-A-Boo Mag
“It is a collection that would nestle comfortably alongside classic albums from Joni Mitchell, Tori Amos, Imogen Heap or Regina Spektor.” - Fatea Record’s |
| Saturday 25 April 2020 |
20:00 |
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Comedy Drag Bingo with Charlie Hides from Ru Paul's Drag Race.
After selling out all over the UK, Charlie Hides is bringing his shiny balls to Bournemouth. An outrageously fun event hosted by internationally famous Drag Queen Charlie Hides with stand-up comedy, sing a longs and camp prizes to be won!
Guaranteed good time or your money back.
Snatch up your tickets fast as this event WILL sell out!
"Not your Nana's Bingo!" - BOYZ Magazine
"Dame Charlie Hides, you are one fierce queen" - RuPaul
"Hysterical" - Kylie Minogue
"Outrageously talented" - Attitude Magazine
"The most fun I've ever had playing Bingo" - Angelina Jolie
Catch Drag Bingo with Charlie Hides, at the Shelley Theatre, on the following dates in 2020:
1st May, 26th June, 25th July, 28th Aug, 23rd Oct, 20th Nov & 19th Dec. |
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★★★★ Times ★★★★ The Mirror ★★★★ The Telegraph
★★★★ Mail on Sunday ★★★★ The New European
★★★★ Broadway Baby ★★★★Fest
Geoff Norcott is a rarity - a working-class, right-leaning, well-meaning, leave voting stand-up comedian.
As seen on Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week and Question Time, his "sharp take on modern politics" (Sunday Times) has seen him invited on to Question Time and a regular on The Mash Report (BBC).
His unique brand of provocative stand-up makes you feel like he's your laddish friend – regardless of which side you're on. He gently offends everyone equally so that we’re brought together and united in the stupidity of our own hangups.
"An absolute tonic" ★★★★ The Telegraph
"A right laugh...from the hitherto little-known loveable end of the conservative
spectrum." The Guardian
"Objectively funny regardless of your political leaning" ★★★★ Fest
"Master of anecdotal story-telling" ★★★★ Edinburgh Festival Magazine
"Genuinely has something original to say" ★★★★ The New European
"By comedy standards, Norcott is an out and out rebel." Daily Express |
| Saturday 02 May 2020 |
19:30 |
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An improvised, unscripted audience-led show of embarrassing moments, celebrities, breakdowns, big profits, even bigger losses, historical journeys through time, world records, and disastrous TV appearances!
David Harper is a BBC TV presenter on antiques shows like Bargain Hunt and The Antiques Road Trip. Unexpected funny and historic stories from behind the scenes of TV shows, and the world of antiques. Tales you just couldn’t make up...some of which probably shouldn’t be told! Expect the unexpected.
"Great show. Go for the laughs" - Darlington & Stockton Times
"You do this so well, David!" - Gyles Brandreth
"Very Funny" - Tessa Sanderson CBE
"Harbinger of great tales...and boy, you’ll find them hilarious" - Steve Coleman Smooth Radio |
| Thursday 07 May 2020 |
19:30 |
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Join us on a journey through the music of wartime Britain 1939-45. The Red Fez Orchestra take a trip down memory lane, celebrating 75 years since V.E. Day.
The evening will feature British jazz and dance band music from the likes of Al Bowlly, Jack Hylton, Vera Lynn and many more. Apparently the Americans have some music of their own, we might feature some of that too.
Period costume is encouraged but not compulsory! |
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From Sam Willis, presenter of the BBC's The Silk Road and Invasion! and Professor James Daybell comes an exciting new history show that will change the way that you think about the past...and the present GUARANTEED!
History as you’ve never seen it before in this fun for all the family historical extravaganza...for ages 8-108!!
Inspired by VE Day, this special edition of Histories of the Unexpected LIVE! demonstrates how everything has a history and how those subjects link together in unexpected ways.
What links together Hiroshima, the Titanic, the Allied invasion of Italy, Neolithic cave painting, the Blitz, Victorian perfumes, D-Day, Glaswegian razor-gangs, Darwin, Churchill, mutiny and gloves?
Expect mind-bending stories, shocking tales and fascinating relics as our Histories of the Unexpected duo rampage around the past, leaving no stone unturned in their madcap mission to make sure that you never think about the past in the same way…ever again!
‘History As You’ve Never Seen it Before’ Dan Snow
‘It’s the new Horrible Histories!’ BBC Radio Devon
‘It’s Genius…’ Paul Ross, Talk Radio
"Making History Great again'- Henry VIII |
| Saturday 09 May 2020 |
19:30 |
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A powerful new play – a ghost story told with intriguing dialogue and well-known English folk songs – followed by a vibrant post-show discussion, and singalong of some of your favourite old tunes.
It’s a brilliant and touching story, set up a dead-end lane in deep woodland where something terrible happened a decade before. Every January, Lydia Peck – a young woman with the voice of an angel – comes with her mother to sit quietly and remember … This year, her mother is ill and she comes alone.
Perhaps that’s her mistake?
Other successful Gleadall & Mosse shows include ‘Lady of Jazz’, ‘Shakespeare’s Lost Women’, ‘Poisoned Beds’ and ‘The Highwayman’.
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| Thursday 14 May 2020 |
19:30 |
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Two out-of-work actors - the anxious, luckless Marwood (Paul McGann) and his acerbic, alcoholic friend, Withnail (Richard E. Grant) - spend their days drifting between their squalid flat, the unemployment office and the pub. When they take a holiday "by mistake" at the country house of Withnail's flamboyantly gay uncle, Monty (Richard Griffiths), they encounter the unpleasant side of the English countryside: tedium, terrifying locals and torrential rain.
We are delighted to bring Withnail & I to The Shelley Theatre from an original theatrical 35mm print.
A vast array of beverages will be available at the well-stocked Shelley Theatre Bar! |
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Dirt In The Gate Movies Proudly Presents -
"You've got red on you!"
It's often said that the true character of a man is revealed in times of crisis and for likable, lovelorn loser Shaun (Simon Pegg), that moment of reckoning comes when the dead rose from their slumber to feast on the flesh of the living.
A hapless electronics store employee who spends his spare time at the local pub with his roommate, Ed (Nick Frost), Shaun's life falls apart when he is dumped by his girlfriend, Liz (Kate Ashfield), and his obnoxious stepfather, Philip (Bill Nighy), berates him for not being more attentive to his mother Barbara (Penelope Wilton).
Things take a turn for the worse when the dead return to stake their claim on the Earth, and through the chaos that follows it's up to Shaun to keep his cool and prove himself once and for all by successfully rescuing Liz and his mother. |
| Saturday 16 May 2020 |
20:00 |
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BLACK CHERRY IMPROV, the show that takes audience participation to the next level! This show brings you their own unique brand of improvised comedy!
Watch as an entire night of hilarity is created based on nothing but your ideas, you can expect... the unexpected! Your suggestion could be turned into a scene, a song, a skit or even become a smash hit musical!! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to see this amazing improvised comedy show!
*****’From start to finish, roaring laughter throughout the auditorium’ - (Trip Advisor)
*****’Five stars!’ - (The Ritz, London)
*****’Laughter is coming’ - (John Snow, House of Lark)
*****’tickets please!’ - (Train Conductor)
Catch Black Cherry Improv at the Shelley Theatre on the following dates:
Friday 21st Feb; Friday 20th Mar; Friday 24th Apr; Friday 22nd May; Friday 19th Jun;
Fri 24th Jul; Friday 14th Aug; Friday 11th Sep; Friday 30th Oct;
Friday 27th Nov; Friday 18th Dec. |
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Daphnes Flight are: Melanie Harrold * Chris While * Julie Matthews * Helen Watson * Christine Collister
It was 1995 and five friends found themselves at Cambridge Festival. They decided to sing some songs together ... magic happened and Daphne's Flight took off.
Now, two decades later, five of the best singer/songwriters of their generation are gathering again – older, wiser and twice as powerful.
In 2017 they released their new album on the Fledgling Label on CD and Vinyl 'Knows Time, Knows Change'. 2018 brought a sensational new live album.
Daphne's Flight will be playing the Shelley Theatre while touring the UK throughout in May 2020 with a stunning brand new album. |
| Saturday 23 May 2020 |
19:30 |
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"Everyone who's ever been funny is in it!" proclaimed the trailer for IT'S A MAD, MAD, MAD, MAD WORLD and, in this case, that wasn't just hyperbole. Director Stanley Kramer's mega-comedy represents one of the crowning achievements of the "bigger is better" period in cinema history.
MAD features everyone from then-contemporary TV stars like Sid Caesar, Phil Silvers and Milton Berle to living legends like Ethel Merman and Mickey Rooney. Plus scores of familiar faces ranging from silent-screen stars (Buster Keaton, Ben Blue, etc.) to the top comics of the era, such as Jonathan Winters, Don Knotts and Terry-Thomas. Heck, even the Three Stooges got into this movie!
We are delighted to bring this goofy, laugh out loud screwball comedy to The Shelley Theatre from a beautiful original 1963 IB Technicolor 35mm film print. |
| Friday 05 June 2020 |
19:30 |
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From a conventional upbringing to global notoriety via The Naked Civil Servant, Quentin Crisp was one of the most memorable figures of the twentieth century. Openly gay as early as the 1930s, Quentin spent decades being beaten up on London’s streets for his refusal to be anything less than himself.
Packed with witty gems on everything from cleaning to marriage, Naked Hope is a glorious, uplifting celebration of the urgent necessity to be your true self.
Mark Farrelly’s West End credits include Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? opposite Matthew Kelly.
Directed by EastEnders star Linda Marlowe.
★★★★ Time Out, The Stage, British Theatre Guide, Metro, Broadway Baby |
| Saturday 06 June 2020 |
19:30 |
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If you're thinking “Classical music” is not for me, then be prepared for a big surprise. Cello on Fire is an unforgettable musical journey which won the Editor’s Choice Award 2019 at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
What makes this show so special is the burning hot mix of styles, genres and characters. Peter is a cellist whose repertoire ranges from Jimi Hendrix’s Little Wing to gems of the Italian Baroque, shifting in and out of classical, rock, jazz, flamenco, blue-grass and other styles with seamless ease.
There is a wonderful sense of spontaneity and intimacy; it’s like you have stumbled upon someone creating music for the sheer joy of it, audience or no.
Peter Hudler studied at the Conservatory of Vienna and at Mozarteum Salzburg where he finished both Bachelor and Master with honours. He is currently cello professor at the Prayner Conservatory of Vienna.
“Beautifully wistful” ★★★★ Scotsman
“His wonderful playing blurred the boundaries between genres and instruments” ★★★★ ThreeWeeks
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| Friday 12 June 2020 |
19:30 |
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BLACK CHERRY IMPROV, the show that takes audience participation to the next level! This show brings you their own unique brand of improvised comedy!
Watch as an entire night of hilarity is created based on nothing but your ideas, you can expect... the unexpected! Your suggestion could be turned into a scene, a song, a skit or even become a smash hit musical!! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to see this amazing improvised comedy show!
*****’From start to finish, roaring laughter throughout the auditorium’ - (Trip Advisor)
*****’Five stars!’ - (The Ritz, London)
*****’Laughter is coming’ - (John Snow, House of Lark)
*****’tickets please!’ - (Train Conductor)
Catch Black Cherry Improv at the Shelley Theatre on the following dates:
Friday 21st Feb; Friday 20th Mar; Friday 24th Apr; Friday 22nd May; Friday 19th Jun;
Fri 24th Jul; Friday 14th Aug; Friday 11th Sep; Friday 30th Oct;
Friday 27th Nov; Friday 18th Dec. |
| Friday 19 June 2020 |
19:30 |
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Pedalling from venue to venue with all of their set, props and costumes on the back of their bikes, the HandleBards are a four-strong troupe of actors who are spending the summer bringing environmentally sustainable Shakespeare to venues across the UK.
Join the all-female troupe at Shelley Theatre for a bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare's classic. Forget the tears and tragedy - this is a frantic, delirious, full-of-beans show like you've never seen before.
★★★★★ - “Explodes with energy and is a genuine treat from start to finish” - The Stage, on the HandleBards’ Twelfth Night. |
| Saturday 20 June 2020 |
19:30 |
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Comedy Drag Bingo with Charlie Hides from Ru Paul's Drag Race.
After selling out all over the UK, Charlie Hides is bringing his shiny balls to Bournemouth. An outrageously fun event hosted by internationally famous Drag Queen Charlie Hides with stand-up comedy, sing a longs and camp prizes to be won!
Guaranteed good time or your money back.
Snatch up your tickets fast as this event WILL sell out!
"Not your Nana's Bingo!" - BOYZ Magazine
"Dame Charlie Hides, you are one fierce queen" - RuPaul
"Hysterical" - Kylie Minogue
"Outrageously talented" - Attitude Magazine
"The most fun I've ever had playing Bingo" - Angelina Jolie
Catch Drag Bingo with Charlie Hides, at the Shelley Theatre, on the following dates in 2020:
1st May, 26th June, 25th July, 28th Aug, 23rd Oct, 20th Nov & 19th Dec. |
| Friday 26 June 2020 |
19:00 |
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Dirt In The Gate Movies Proudly Presents -
House - [35mm]
'Horror Has Found A New Home'
Roger Cobb (William Katt) is a Vietnam veteran whose career as a horror novelist has stalled when his son Jimmy mysteriously disappears while visiting his aunt's house. Roger's search for Jimmy destroys his marriage and his writing career. The sudden death of the aunt brings Roger back to the house where his nightmares began, where an evil presence forces him to endure a harrowing journey into his past.
PLUS
House II: The Second Story - [35mm]
'It's Getting Weirder!'
Returning screenwriter Ethan Wiley picks up directorial duties for the sequel, House II: The Second Story. This time the story follows Jesse (Arye Gross), the new owner of a mansion that’s been in his family for generations. As Jesse settles into his new home, he discovers its rooms function as portals to different places in time, centred around a mysterious Aztec crystal skull. Jesse finds himself contending with new home ownership, a girlfriend (Lars Park-Lincoln) with ambitions of her own, whilst taking part in an ongoing battle between good and evil within the house. |
| Saturday 27 June 2020 |
19:00 |
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AIRPOCKET THEATRE COMPANY returns with Barbara Dryhurst and Mark Spalding in this blackly comic triangle of love, jealousy and hate. The drama plays out between a husband and wife about to celebrate their silver wedding.
Mor and Ruth live in an upstairs apartment near the seafront. She’s a vegan activist ex-actress, he’s a professional bore. They are about to celebrate their silver wedding, but he’s made their marriage a tyranny, with his drinking, his hypochondria, and his unhealthy obsession with the Shelley Summer Theatre.
The mix is already volatile when dark secrets begin to emerge. On the eve of the anniversary, Ruth’s old flame Nick arrives. Nick is divorced, and on this visit he learns that it was Mor who encouraged his wife to leave him, and helped persuade the court to award custody of the children to Nick’s wife. The atmosphere turns deadly, as a fatal three-cornered dance of hate and jealousy becomes a dance of Death In Bournemouth!
Last year the Bournemouth Echo called Airpocket’s Daisy Chain THE REAL THING.
Joined by two award winners, writer Robin Brooks and director Fiona McAlpine plus our guest actor, Airpocket invites you to sit back in horror, then laugh off the tension… |
| Wednesday 01 July 2020 |
19:30 |
| Thursday 02 July 2020 |
19:30 |
| Friday 03 July 2020 |
19:30 |
| Saturday 04 July 2020 |
19:30 |
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Back by popular demand, "Broadway and Beyond – The Magic Lives On" follows on from last year's highly successful show. Now in its 12th successful year, this production is a new compilation of forty musical numbers spanning a century of Broadway shows. Featuring songs from old favourites such as Camelot, South Pacific, and West Side Story, through to the more modern Cabaret, Chicago and Phantom of the Opera, this performance also includes seven of the most requested songs from the previous show.
Designed to dazzle and delight, the evening is presented by a company of eight West End professionals. The vocal dexterity of the three all-singing, all-dancing actors and the musical agility of the five musicians will astound and amaze. Add to this energetic dance routines and a stunning array of costumes, the performance promises to set your feet tapping, your heart singing and leave you wanting more…
A dazzling performance not to be missed! |
| Friday 17 July 2020 |
19:30 |
| Saturday 18 July 2020 |
19:30 |
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BLACK CHERRY IMPROV, the show that takes audience participation to the next level! This show brings you their own unique brand of improvised comedy!
Watch as an entire night of hilarity is created based on nothing but your ideas, you can expect... the unexpected! Your suggestion could be turned into a scene, a song, a skit or even become a smash hit musical!! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to see this amazing improvised comedy show!
*****’From start to finish, roaring laughter throughout the auditorium’ - (Trip Advisor)
*****’Five stars!’ - (The Ritz, London)
*****’Laughter is coming’ - (John Snow, House of Lark)
*****’tickets please!’ - (Train Conductor)
Catch Black Cherry Improv at the Shelley Theatre on the following dates:
Friday 21st Feb; Friday 20th Mar; Friday 24th Apr; Friday 22nd May; Friday 19th Jun;
Fri 24th Jul; Friday 14th Aug; Friday 11th Sep; Friday 30th Oct;
Friday 27th Nov; Friday 18th Dec. |
| Friday 24 July 2020 |
19:30 |
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Comedy Drag Bingo with Charlie Hides from Ru Paul's Drag Race.
After selling out all over the UK, Charlie Hides is bringing his shiny balls to Bournemouth. An outrageously fun event hosted by internationally famous Drag Queen Charlie Hides with stand-up comedy, sing a longs and camp prizes to be won!
Guaranteed good time or your money back.
Snatch up your tickets fast as this event WILL sell out!
"Not your Nana's Bingo!" - BOYZ Magazine
"Dame Charlie Hides, you are one fierce queen" - RuPaul
"Hysterical" - Kylie Minogue
"Outrageously talented" - Attitude Magazine
"The most fun I've ever had playing Bingo" - Angelina Jolie
Catch Drag Bingo with Charlie Hides, at the Shelley Theatre, on the following dates in 2020:
1st May, 26th June, 25th July, 28th Aug, 23rd Oct, 20th Nov & 19th Dec. |
| Saturday 25 July 2020 |
19:00 |
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LONDON REPERTORY PLAYERS return for their fifth sizzling summer season with their best ever bill of fare: a family-friendly seaside repertory of thrillers and comedies, including classics by Noel Coward and J B Priestley. Aimed at holidaymakers and local residents alike, they aim to make theatre fun, affordable and for everyone.
Who Killed 'Agatha' Christie? is a creepy and compelling season opener starring LRP favourites Al Wadlan and Neil James.
John Terry, writer of popular plays is obsessed by the idea that his career has been damaged by Arthur an elitist drama critic. He arranges a meeting; now it’s payback time…
Early Bird Tickets - 5 plays for £65 (£13 per play) if booked before 25th July! Telephone or in person booking only.
All the cast now in place including :
Our favourites: Al Wadlan, Victoria Porter, Neil James, Hepzibah Roe…..
Returning after a year away: Kirsty Cox, Musa Trevathan
Guest Star: David Shelley (The White Queen)
New actors include Pavel Steiner, Joseph Prestwich …. |
| Thursday 30 July 2020 |
19:30 |
| Friday 31 July 2020 |
19:30 |
| Saturday 01 August 2020 |
19:30 |
| Monday 03 August 2020 |
19:30 |
| Tuesday 04 August 2020 |
19:30 |
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LONDON REPERTORY PLAYERS return for their fifth sizzling summer season with their best ever bill of fare: a family-friendly seaside repertory of thrillers and comedies, including classics by Noel Coward and J B Priestley. Aimed at holidaymakers and local residents alike, they aim to make theatre fun, affordable and for everyone.
A terrifying thriller from the author of Rosemary's Baby, Death Trap holds the record for the longest-running comedy-thriller on Broadway, and was nominated for four Tony awards.
It was adapted into a 1982 film starring Christopher Reeve, Michael Caine and Dyan Cannon.
Sidney Bruhl, a previously successful playwright, has had a series of box office flops and is having trouble writing. He receives a play from a student of his, Clifford, and tells his wife the play is a certain hit and that he may have to kill Clifford to claim it as his own.
Guest star: David Shelley
‘More twists than a bucket of snakes’ – Daily Telegraph.
Early Bird Tickets - 5 plays for £65 (£13 per play) if booked before 25th July! Telephone or in person booking only.
All the cast now in place including :
Our favourites: Al Wadlan, Victoria Porter, Neil James, Hepzibah Roe…..
Returning after a year away: Kirsty Cox, Musa Trevathan
New actors include Pavel Steiner, Joseph Prestwich …. |
| Thursday 06 August 2020 |
19:30 |
| Friday 07 August 2020 |
19:30 |
| Saturday 08 August 2020 |
19:30 |
| Monday 10 August 2020 |
19:30 |
| Tuesday 11 August 2020 |
19:30 |
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LONDON REPERTORY PLAYERS return for their fifth sizzling summer season with their best ever bill of fare: a family-friendly seaside repertory of thrillers and comedies, including classics by Noel Coward and J B Priestley. Aimed at holidaymakers and local residents alike, they aim to make theatre fun, affordable and for everyone.
Fallen Angels is Noel Coward at his inimitable best: debonair, witty, sophisticated and much in the same vein as Private Lives which broke LRP’s box office records last year.
Julia and Jane are best friends and both have been married five years. But before their marriages, both had affairs with Maurice, a charming Frenchman. Now Maurice is visiting London and has asked to see them…It all adds up to another delicious champagne cocktail of wit and charm from the 'Master'
Matinee: Saturday 15th Aug 3pm
Early Bird Tickets - 5 plays for £65 (£13 per play) if booked before 25th July! Telephone or in person booking only.
All the cast now in place including :
Our favourites: Al Wadlan, Victoria Porter, Neil James, Hepzibah Roe…..
Returning after a year away: Kirsty Cox, Musa Trevathan
Guest Star: David Shelley (The White Queen)
New actors include Pavel Steiner, Joseph Prestwich …. |
| Thursday 13 August 2020 |
19:30 |
| Friday 14 August 2020 |
19:30 |
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BLACK CHERRY IMPROV, the show that takes audience participation to the next level! This show brings you their own unique brand of improvised comedy!
Watch as an entire night of hilarity is created based on nothing but your ideas, you can expect... the unexpected! Your suggestion could be turned into a scene, a song, a skit or even become a smash hit musical!! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to see this amazing improvised comedy show!
*****’From start to finish, roaring laughter throughout the auditorium’ - (Trip Advisor)
*****’Five stars!’ - (The Ritz, London)
*****’Laughter is coming’ - (John Snow, House of Lark)
*****’tickets please!’ - (Train Conductor)
Catch Black Cherry Improv at the Shelley Theatre on the following dates:
Friday 21st Feb; Friday 20th Mar; Friday 24th Apr; Friday 22nd May; Friday 19th Jun;
Fri 24th Jul; Friday 14th Aug; Friday 11th Sep; Friday 30th Oct;
Friday 27th Nov; Friday 18th Dec. |
| Friday 14 August 2020 |
20:00 |
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LONDON REPERTORY PLAYERS return for their fifth sizzling summer season with their best ever bill of fare: a family-friendly seaside repertory of thrillers and comedies, including classics by Noel Coward and J B Priestley. Aimed at holidaymakers and local residents alike, they aim to make theatre fun, affordable and for everyone.
Fallen Angels is Noel Coward at his inimitable best: debonair, witty, sophisticated and much in the same vein as Private Lives which broke LRP’s box office records last year.
Julia and Jane are best friends and both have been married five years. But before their marriages, both had affairs with Maurice, a charming Frenchman. Now Maurice is visiting London and has asked to see them…It all adds up to another delicious champagne cocktail of wit and charm from the 'Master'
Matinee: Saturday 15th Aug 3pm
Early Bird Tickets - 5 plays for £65 (£13 per play) if booked before 25th July! Telephone or in person booking only.
All the cast now in place including :
Our favourites: Al Wadlan, Victoria Porter, Neil James, Hepzibah Roe…..
Returning after a year away: Kirsty Cox, Musa Trevathan
Guest Star: David Shelley (The White Queen)
New actors include Pavel Steiner, Joseph Prestwich …. |
| Saturday 15 August 2020 |
15:00 |
| Saturday 15 August 2020 |
19:30 |
| Monday 17 August 2020 |
19:30 |
| Tuesday 18 August 2020 |
19:30 |
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LONDON REPERTORY PLAYERS return for their fifth sizzling summer season with their best ever bill of fare: a family-friendly seaside repertory of thrillers and comedies, including classics by Noel Coward and J B Priestley. Aimed at holidaymakers and local residents alike, they aim to make theatre fun, affordable and for everyone.
I Have Been Here Before is a classic 'Time' play from the author of An Inspector Calls and Dangerous Corner - the most successful show in LRP’s 2018 season.
A mysterious doctor arrives at a North Yorkshire pub to help prevent a tragedy but isn’t sure who he is looking for and which year precisely the events will unfold. However he knows that what has already happened will happen again….
“Priestley fulfils the ancient definition of the artist as a maker of magic” - The Guardian
Early Bird Tickets - 5 plays for £65 (£13 per play) if booked before 25th July! Telephone or in person booking only.
All the cast now in place including :
Our favourites: Al Wadlan, Victoria Porter, Neil James, Hepzibah Roe…..
Returning after a year away: Kirsty Cox, Musa Trevathan
Guest Star: David Shelley (The White Queen)
New actors include Pavel Steiner, Joseph Prestwich …. |
| Thursday 20 August 2020 |
19:30 |
| Friday 21 August 2020 |
19:30 |
| Saturday 22 August 2020 |
19:30 |
| Monday 24 August 2020 |
19:30 |
| Tuesday 25 August 2020 |
19:30 |
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LONDON REPERTORY PLAYERS return for their fifth sizzling summer season with their best ever bill of fare: a family-friendly seaside repertory of thrillers and comedies, including classics by Noel Coward and J B Priestley. Aimed at holidaymakers and local residents alike, they aim to make theatre fun, affordable and for everyone.
The Small Hours is their third Durbridge thriller in three years- the creator of Paul Temple really is Bournemouth’s favourite thriller writer!
What links a koala bear, a devious chef, and an emerald necklace? Carl Houston, Sussex hotelier, gets caught up out of his depth in this ingenious instalment of international intrigue, which bears all the classic Durbridge hallmarks of suspense, mystery and murder.
Extra matinee: Saturday 29th Aug 3pm
Early Bird Tickets - 5 plays for £65 (£13 per play) if booked before 25th July! Telephone or in person booking only.
All the cast now in place including :
Our favourites: Al Wadlan, Victoria Porter, Neil James, Hepzibah Roe…..
Returning after a year away: Kirsty Cox, Musa Trevathan
Guest Star: David Shelley (The White Queen)
New actors include Pavel Steiner, Joseph Prestwich …. |
| Thursday 27 August 2020 |
19:30 |
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Comedy Drag Bingo with Charlie Hides from Ru Paul's Drag Race.
After selling out all over the UK, Charlie Hides is bringing his shiny balls to Bournemouth. An outrageously fun event hosted by internationally famous Drag Queen Charlie Hides with stand-up comedy, sing a longs and camp prizes to be won!
Guaranteed good time or your money back.
Snatch up your tickets fast as this event WILL sell out!
"Not your Nana's Bingo!" - BOYZ Magazine
"Dame Charlie Hides, you are one fierce queen" - RuPaul
"Hysterical" - Kylie Minogue
"Outrageously talented" - Attitude Magazine
"The most fun I've ever had playing Bingo" - Angelina Jolie
Catch Drag Bingo with Charlie Hides, at the Shelley Theatre, on the following dates in 2020:
1st May, 26th June, 25th July, 28th Aug, 23rd Oct, 20th Nov & 19th Dec. |
| Friday 28 August 2020 |
19:00 |
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LONDON REPERTORY PLAYERS return for their fifth sizzling summer season with their best ever bill of fare: a family-friendly seaside repertory of thrillers and comedies, including classics by Noel Coward and J B Priestley. Aimed at holidaymakers and local residents alike, they aim to make theatre fun, affordable and for everyone.
The Small Hours is their third Durbridge thriller in three years- the creator of Paul Temple really is Bournemouth’s favourite thriller writer!
What links a koala bear, a devious chef, and an emerald necklace? Carl Houston, Sussex hotelier, gets caught up out of his depth in this ingenious instalment of international intrigue, which bears all the classic Durbridge hallmarks of suspense, mystery and murder.
Extra matinee: Saturday 29th Aug 3pm
Early Bird Tickets - 5 plays for £65 (£13 per play) if booked before 25th July! Telephone or in person booking only.
All the cast now in place including :
Our favourites: Al Wadlan, Victoria Porter, Neil James, Hepzibah Roe…..
Returning after a year away: Kirsty Cox, Musa Trevathan
Guest Star: David Shelley (The White Queen)
New actors include Pavel Steiner, Joseph Prestwich …. |
| Friday 28 August 2020 |
19:30 |
| Saturday 29 August 2020 |
15:00 |
| Saturday 29 August 2020 |
19:30 |
| Monday 31 August 2020 |
19:30 |
| Tuesday 01 September 2020 |
19:30 |
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BLACK CHERRY IMPROV, the show that takes audience participation to the next level! This show brings you their own unique brand of improvised comedy!
Watch as an entire night of hilarity is created based on nothing but your ideas, you can expect... the unexpected! Your suggestion could be turned into a scene, a song, a skit or even become a smash hit musical!! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to see this amazing improvised comedy show!
*****’From start to finish, roaring laughter throughout the auditorium’ - (Trip Advisor)
*****’Five stars!’ - (The Ritz, London)
*****’Laughter is coming’ - (John Snow, House of Lark)
*****’tickets please!’ - (Train Conductor)
Catch Black Cherry Improv at the Shelley Theatre on the following dates:
Friday 21st Feb; Friday 20th Mar; Friday 24th Apr; Friday 22nd May; Friday 19th Jun;
Fri 24th Jul; Friday 14th Aug; Friday 11th Sep; Friday 30th Oct;
Friday 27th Nov; Friday 18th Dec. |
| Friday 11 September 2020 |
19:30 |
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DIRT IN THE GATE MOVIES are back for its FOURTH, TWO DAY extravaganza of classic genre movies!
Our search of film archives the world over leaves no stone unturned to bring rare 35mm prints out of storage to screen them in their original native release format! Plus after the amazing response of last year's fantastic short films, this year we are STOKED to dedicate a Short Film Showcase slot.
Expect some surprises, give-aways, short films, vintage trailers during the mind melting weekend of celluloid mayhem!
An exclusive 2 DAY GRINDFEST PASS will give you access to ALL of the following screenings (You must be 18 years old or over to purchase and use the pass).
Food options at the Shelley Theatre, including breakfast, will be available throughout Saturday.
Individual film tickets are also available. Please see separate listings.
Let's get our GRIND ON!
19:00 Friday 18th September
CHILD'S PLAY
21:15 Friday 18th September
THE LIVING DEAD AT THE MANCHESTER MORGUE
11:15 Saturday 19th September
CREEPSHOW 2
13:20 Saturday 19th September
SHORT FILM SHOWCASE
14.45 Saturday 19th September
REPO MAN
16.35 Saturday 19th September
MYSTERY MOVIE
19.00 Saturday 19th September
NEAR DARK
21:05 Saturday 19th September
THE FLY |
| Friday 18 September 2020 |
18:50 |
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GRINDFEST gets underway with the original classic Chucky which spawned numerous sequels and a recent re-boot.
When Catherine Hicks buys her six-year-old son a talking doll called Chucky for his birthday, she has no idea it’s possessed by the malevolent spirit of psychopath Brad Dourif, whom Chicago cop Chris Sarandon killed in a shootout the day previous.
So when her babysitting friend (Manoff) takes a dive from her apartment window and the kid says the doll did it, he gets a ticket for the funny farm. Sarandon doesn’t buy it either, until vengeful Chucky tries to strangle him while he’s driving…
“Tom Holland’s sure handling of the suspense and shock moments lends the film a sharp and scary edge.” – Time Out (London)
DISCOUNTED TWO DAY GRINDFEST PASS ALSO AVAILABLE |
| Friday 18 September 2020 |
19:00 |
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This Spanish-Italian production, released internationally under more than a dozen titles, is set in the English countryside, where an experimental machine designed to kill insects has the unintended effect of reviving dead humans.
The zombies nearly get Ray Lovelock and Cristina Galbó, and local police sergeant Arthur Kennedy is of no help to the two travellers after he blames them for the rash of homicides in the area.
Highly regarded as one of the best zombie movies committed to film, we are thrilled to bring this to GRINDFEST at The Shelley Theatre.
DISCOUNTED TWO DAY GRINDFEST PASS ALSO AVAILABLE |
| Friday 18 September 2020 |
21:15 |
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"Thanks for the ride lady!"
The 2nd much loved instalment of the Creepshow franchise is back with the rotting Creep himself, and three new gruesome tales of horror that will make your skin crawl; a cigar store wooden Indian comes to life to avenge the store owner's brutal murder at the hands of three punks in "Ol' Chief Woodenhead"; the chilling tale of a woman who keeps running into, and over, the same mutilated man on a lonely road in "The Hitchhiker"; and a monstrous blob on the lake in "The Raft".
DISCOUNTED TWO DAY GRINDFEST PASS ALSO AVAILABLE |
| Saturday 19 September 2020 |
11:15 |
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A cherry picked selection of genre short films from around the globe. Keep an eye out for announcements on our social media feeds for more details!
GRINDFEST DISCOUNTED TWO DAY PASS ALSO AVAILABLE |
| Saturday 19 September 2020 |
13:20 |
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Dirt in the Gate Movies present
Repo Man
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Emilio Estevez and Harry Dean Stanton team up to prove that anything worth having is worth stealing back in this non-stop, wacky, action-comedy from Director Alex Cox (SID AND NANCY).
After frustrated punk rocker Otto Maddox (Estevez) quits his dead-end job, he's hired by Bud (Stanton) to work as an apprentice repo man. In no time, the rookie is caught up in a series of off-the-wall adventures involving government agents, UFO cultists, hired thugs and a lobotomized nuclear scientist.
An explosive action-packed cult classic that combines the seedy underworld of car repossession with the quirky realm of science fiction!
DISCOUNTED GRINDFEST TWO DAY PASS ALSO AVAILABLE |
| Saturday 19 September 2020 |
14:45 |
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Do you like surprises?
We love surprises!
No hints until the film unspools on screen!
GRINDFEST DISCOUNTED TWO DAY PASS ALSO AVAILABLE |
| Saturday 19 September 2020 |
16:35 |
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Teenage farmhand Caleb (Adrian Pasdar), smitten by pale young drifter Mae (Jenny Wright), ends up shanghaied by her strange surrogate family, who turn out to be a wandering clan of drifting nomads.
Caleb’s father (Tim Thomerson) and younger sister (Marcie Leeds) try to track him down, to no avail. Can Caleb detach Mae and himself from the bloodthirsty pack before he becomes totally transformed into a creature of the night? Writer-director Kathryn Bigelow’s breakout feature skilfully blends cutting-edge horror, gothic romance and a modern Western.
We are delighted to be screening NEAR DARK by special arrangement thanks to the Producers representatives in the USA.
GRINDFEST DISCOUNTED TWO DAY PASS ALSO AVAILABLE |
| Saturday 19 September 2020 |
19:00 |
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Dirt in the Gate Movies present
The Fly
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Our GRINDFEST weekend concludes with David Cronenberg's much heralded and highly respected remake of THE FLY.
Seth (Jeff Goldblum), a brilliant scientist, is elated when he successfully manages to teleport himself in his own invention, a teleportation machine. But, unbeknownst to him, he was not alone during the process. What will become of him?
GRINDFEST TWO DAY DISCOUNTED PASS ALSO AVAILABLE |
| Saturday 19 September 2020 |
21:05 |
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The lazy, hazy days of summer may be gone, but before you batten down the hatches for another winter, treat yourself to an evening with an award-winning choir!
Viva Voce is a well-known, musically talented local choir which will be performing a mixed programme of music for all tastes, including songs such as Chattanooga Choo Choo, Night and Day, Seal Lullaby, Bridge over Troubled Water, a medley from Phantom of the Opera, and many more.
Come along and join Jean Chambers, musical director, Mary Potter, pianist, and the members of the choir for a wonderful evening of Our Kind of Music. |
| Saturday 26 September 2020 |
19:30 |
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In early 2019, Rhys was asked to go back to his school and inspire the Year 11s. Given that teenagers are a nightmare and there was no fee, he ghosted the teacher who had emailed. Bit of a shame really, given that he’s figured out the true circle of life, has solved parenting despite having zero children, and even thinks he can predict the curriculum of schools in 50 years. Maybe he’ll inspire some Year 11s in 2069.
Mock The Week regular and star of his own BBC Radio 4 series, Rhys James heads out on his first national tour.
As also seen on Live at the Apollo, Comedy Central’s Roast Battle, and heard on Radio 4’s The News Quiz. |
| Thursday 22 October 2020 |
20:00 |
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Comedy Drag Bingo with Charlie Hides from Ru Paul's Drag Race.
After selling out all over the UK, Charlie Hides is bringing his shiny balls to Bournemouth. An outrageously fun event hosted by internationally famous Drag Queen Charlie Hides with stand-up comedy, sing a longs and camp prizes to be won!
Guaranteed good time or your money back.
Snatch up your tickets fast as this event WILL sell out!
"Not your Nana's Bingo!" - BOYZ Magazine
"Dame Charlie Hides, you are one fierce queen" - RuPaul
"Hysterical" - Kylie Minogue
"Outrageously talented" - Attitude Magazine
"The most fun I've ever had playing Bingo" - Angelina Jolie
Catch Drag Bingo with Charlie Hides, at the Shelley Theatre, on the following dates in 2020:
1st May, 26th June, 25th July, 28th Aug, 23rd Oct, 20th Nov & 19th Dec. |
| Friday 23 October 2020 |
19:00 |
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BLACK CHERRY IMPROV, the show that takes audience participation to the next level! This show brings you their own unique brand of improvised comedy!
Watch as an entire night of hilarity is created based on nothing but your ideas, you can expect... the unexpected! Your suggestion could be turned into a scene, a song, a skit or even become a smash hit musical!! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to see this amazing improvised comedy show!
*****’From start to finish, roaring laughter throughout the auditorium’ - (Trip Advisor)
*****’Five stars!’ - (The Ritz, London)
*****’Laughter is coming’ - (John Snow, House of Lark)
*****’tickets please!’ - (Train Conductor)
Catch Black Cherry Improv at the Shelley Theatre on the following dates:
Friday 21st Feb; Friday 20th Mar; Friday 24th Apr; Friday 22nd May; Friday 19th Jun;
Fri 24th Jul; Friday 14th Aug; Friday 11th Sep; Friday 30th Oct;
Friday 27th Nov; Friday 18th Dec. |
| Friday 30 October 2020 |
19:30 |
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Comedy Drag Bingo with Charlie Hides from Ru Paul's Drag Race.
After selling out all over the UK, Charlie Hides is bringing his shiny balls to Bournemouth. An outrageously fun event hosted by internationally famous Drag Queen Charlie Hides with stand-up comedy, sing a longs and camp prizes to be won!
Guaranteed good time or your money back.
Snatch up your tickets fast as this event WILL sell out!
"Not your Nana's Bingo!" - BOYZ Magazine
"Dame Charlie Hides, you are one fierce queen" - RuPaul
"Hysterical" - Kylie Minogue
"Outrageously talented" - Attitude Magazine
"The most fun I've ever had playing Bingo" - Angelina Jolie
Catch Drag Bingo with Charlie Hides, at the Shelley Theatre, on the following dates in 2020:
1st May, 26th June, 25th July, 28th Aug, 23rd Oct, 20th Nov & 19th Dec. |
| Friday 20 November 2020 |
19:00 |
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BLACK CHERRY IMPROV, the show that takes audience participation to the next level! This show brings you their own unique brand of improvised comedy!
Watch as an entire night of hilarity is created based on nothing but your ideas, you can expect... the unexpected! Your suggestion could be turned into a scene, a song, a skit or even become a smash hit musical!! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to see this amazing improvised comedy show!
*****’From start to finish, roaring laughter throughout the auditorium’ - (Trip Advisor)
*****’Five stars!’ - (The Ritz, London)
*****’Laughter is coming’ - (John Snow, House of Lark)
*****’tickets please!’ - (Train Conductor)
Catch Black Cherry Improv at the Shelley Theatre on the following dates:
Friday 21st Feb; Friday 20th Mar; Friday 24th Apr; Friday 22nd May; Friday 19th Jun;
Fri 24th Jul; Friday 14th Aug; Friday 11th Sep; Friday 30th Oct;
Friday 27th Nov; Friday 18th Dec. |
| Friday 27 November 2020 |
19:30 |
| Friday 18 December 2020 |
19:30 |
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Comedy Drag Bingo with Charlie Hides from Ru Paul's Drag Race.
After selling out all over the UK, Charlie Hides is bringing his shiny balls to Bournemouth. An outrageously fun event hosted by internationally famous Drag Queen Charlie Hides with stand-up comedy, sing a longs and camp prizes to be won!
Guaranteed good time or your money back.
Snatch up your tickets fast as this event WILL sell out!
"Not your Nana's Bingo!" - BOYZ Magazine
"Dame Charlie Hides, you are one fierce queen" - RuPaul
"Hysterical" - Kylie Minogue
"Outrageously talented" - Attitude Magazine
"The most fun I've ever had playing Bingo" - Angelina Jolie
Catch Drag Bingo with Charlie Hides, at the Shelley Theatre, on the following dates in 2020:
1st May, 26th June, 25th July, 28th Aug, 23rd Oct, 20th Nov & 19th Dec. |
| Saturday 19 December 2020 |
19:00 |
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The Bourne Free Lost Boys & Girls will be flying back to Panto Land in 2021 with our outrageous version of Peter Pan(sy)…
Bournemouth's Adult Alternative Pantomime guarantees you a Panto experience like no other... how we get away with it we will never know!! |
| Thursday 14 January 2021 |
19:30 |
| Friday 15 January 2021 |
18:00 |
| Saturday 16 January 2021 |
16:00 |
| Saturday 16 January 2021 |
19:30 |
| Sunday 17 January 2021 |
13:00 |
| Sunday 17 January 2021 |
16:30 |
| Wednesday 20 January 2021 |
19:30 |
| Thursday 21 January 2021 |
19:30 |
| Friday 22 January 2021 |
18:00 |
| Saturday 23 January 2021 |
16:00 |
| Saturday 23 January 2021 |
19:30 |
| Sunday 24 January 2021 |
14:00 |
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