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| The creator of Paul Temple also wrote nine plays for theatre. Victim and the victimised become intertwined in this startling drama which originally starred Gerald Harper. |
| Saturday 18 August 2018 |
19:30 |
| Monday 20 August 2018 |
19:30 |
| Tuesday 21 August 2018 |
19:30 |
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| A tense psychological study of guilt and obsession by the author of The Business of Murder, which graced the West End with Jenny Seagrove and Hayley Mills. |
| Thursday 23 August 2018 |
19:30 |
| Friday 24 August 2018 |
19:30 |
| Saturday 25 August 2018 |
19:30 |
| Monday 27 August 2018 |
19:30 |
| Tuesday 28 August 2018 |
19:30 |
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Backlight Productions are a professional, South-West-based touring theatre company, specialising in Musical Theatre. Backlight are proud to present our latest production of ‘Spelling Bee’ – A Musical Comedy.
Winner of the Tony and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences across the country with its effortless wit and humour. Featuring a fast-paced, wildly funny and touching book by Rachel Sheinkin and a truly fresh and vibrant score by William Finn, this bee is one unforgettable experience.
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| Tuesday 04 September 2018 |
19:30 |
| Wednesday 05 September 2018 |
19:30 |
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| South African born, Intuitive Medium Martin Jones has been working with "Spirit" for 22 years & joins us in our Mulberry Room for "An Audience with Spirit". Join us for an evening of love & laughter from the hereafter as we work with Mediumship & Oracle Cards to bring you messages. Be prepared for humour, anecdotes and a frank demonstration of MJ's work, which will leave you with a sense of comfort & relief when the night is done. Readings are for entertainment & educational purposes only. |
| Thursday 06 September 2018 |
19:30 |
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Top comedian and gourmet George Egg was fed up. No decent food after late night gigs. So he cooked his own, using only the hotel room facilities available.
“A genius… the anarchic face of food and the foodie face of comedy” Scotland on Sunday
The result was great food and a unique comedy show.
“It is refreshing to encounter a performer who really is unique” The Telegraph
Using only standard hotel room equipment, George will cook a three course meal for you on stage.
“Go see George Egg, you’ll never look at a Corby trouser press in the same way again” Jay Rayner
BRING A FORK! |
| Friday 07 September 2018 |
19:30 |
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The Wessex Warriors in conjunction with Funky Peach and Magna Mazda are proud to present a charity evening of live music featuring
NEIL TAYLOR (Original member of TEARS FOR FEARS) and CROSSFIRE (Blues and Soul) |
| Friday 14 September 2018 |
19:30 |
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| After their huge hits with The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, Brief Encounter and A Christmas Carol, Arena Theatre returns with the Martin McDonagh (Three Billboards, In Bruges, Hangmen) classic, The Beauty Queen of Leenane. Directed by Francesca Folan (Red Dwarf, Jeeves and Wooster), set in the mountains of Connemara, County Galway, The Beauty Queen of Leenane tells the darkly comic tale of Maureen Folan, a plain and lonely woman in her early forties, and Mag her manipulative ageing mother whose interference in Maureen's first and potentially last loving relationship sets in motion a train of events that is as gothically funny as it is horrific. |
| Saturday 15 September 2018 |
19:30 |
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Hang Massive released their first video in 2011 ‘Once Again’ which spread like wildfire and has been seen more than 100 million times all around the world. This introduced millions to the Hang, an amazing new instrument made in Switzerland. Played percussively it creates a beautiful steel pan-esque sound, giving a truly unique sonic experience, very conducive to deep relaxation and altered states.
Hang Massive have released a range of records, collaborating across the genres, demonstrating their various musical influences and showcasing new ways in which to use the Hang in recorded music.
This performance has them playing from their new album ‘Luminous Emptiness’ and other Hang Massive classics. This will be a truly magical and empowering event.
Supported by Alexandra Gabriel
Front row tickets available in person or on the phone |
| Tuesday 18 September 2018 |
19:30 |
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Clive St. James is the UK’s No.1 tribute to the late great Tommy Cooper.
You may have seen him on television last year unveiling a blue plaque with Greg Dyke for English Heritage outside Toms old house, or on South today, News Night, and the One Show with Chris Evans, when he entered the Guinness World records for being the fastest comedian on the planet.
Clive has appeared in theatres all over the country with his Tommy Cooper show.
As a master story teller, Clive will spend the first half of the show taking you through Tommy’s life, and as he is also a member of the famous Magic Circle he will show you some of the great magic tricks that only his family and friends got to see. Second half its Fez on for a Full show so bring your Fez along its going to be a night full of comedy and magic.
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| Thursday 20 September 2018 |
19:30 |
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DIRT IN THE GATE MOVIES are back with a TWO DAY 35mm extravaganza of classic genre movies!
Welcome to GRINDFEST!
Our search of film archives the world over continues to bring rare 35mm prints out of storage and are excited to screen them on the big screen in their original native release format, some of which haven't been seen theatrically in the UK for YEARS!
Expect some surprises/give aways/short films/vintage trailers during the mind melting weekend of celluloid treats!
An exclusive 2 DAY GRINDFEST PASS will give you access to ALL of the following 35mm screenings (You must be 18 years or over to purchase and use a 2 day pass)
ERASERHEAD (1977)
POPCORN (1991)
THE MONSTER SQUAD (1987)
DEMONS (1985)
FROM BEYOND (1986)
THE GHASTLY LOVE OF JOHNNY X (2012)
BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE CHINA (1986) |
| Friday 21 September 2018 |
18:55 |
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ERASERHEAD (1977) | 89m | B&W | 1.75:1 | Dir. David Lynch
Be warned: The nightmare has not gone away. A film that defies conventional logic and storytelling, fueled by its dark nightmarish atmosphere and compellingly disturbing visuals. Henry Spencer is a hapless factory worker on his vacation when he finds out he's the father of a hideously deformed baby. Now living with his unhappy, malcontent girlfriend, the child cries day and night, driving Henry and his girlfriend to near insanity. Experience David Lynch's debut feature for the first time all over again in a very rare 35mm screening.
Please note seating is unreserved for this event.
2 DAY GRINDFEST PASS ALSO AVAILABLE |
| Friday 21 September 2018 |
19:00 |
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POPCORN (1991) | 91m | 1.85:1 | Dir. Mark Herrier, Alan Ormsby
A group of students are given the opportunity to renovate an old cinema for an all night horror-thon. Years previously at that theatre, a deranged film cult screened ‘Possession’, which resulted in a crazed bloodbath leading to a blazing inferno where the aggressor supposedly perished. When sweet student Maggie begins seeing him in her nightmares and strange things start happening, it seems that maybe he's returned.
Please note seating is unreserved for this event.
2 DAY GRINDFEST PASS ALSO AVAILABLE |
| Friday 21 September 2018 |
21:15 |
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THE MONSTER SQUAD (1987) | 79m | 2.35:1 Panavision | Dir. Fred Dekker
You know who to call when you have ghosts but who do you call when you have monsters? The Monster Squad are a tree house club of five kids who are self-proclaimed horror fanatics. Little did they know that their enthusiasm in the genre would suddenly come in handy as their town is invaded by Dracula, Frankenstein, Wolfman, The Mummy and a Sea Creature. Dracula is terrorizing the town, trying to locate a powerful amulet which has the potential for serious disaster. When no one else believes the kids, or when no one else is powerful enough to stop them using traditional crime fighting methods, the Monster Squad takes things upon themselves to save the day.
Please note seating is unreserved for this event.
2 DAY GRINDFEST PASS ALSO AVAILABLE |
| Saturday 22 September 2018 |
11:45 |
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Dirt in the Gate Movies present
Demons
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DEMONS (1985) | 88m | 1.85:1 | Dir. Lamberto Bava
They will make cemeteries their cathedrals and the cities will be your tombs.
Several people are invited to join the re-opening of Metropol, a palatial movie theatre. As the horror film shown to the guests gets more and more violent, the people start to transform one by one into bloodthirsty demons. The remaining guests begin the desperate battle for their lives.
Please note seating is unreserved for this event.
2 DAY GRINDFEST PASS ALSO AVAILABLE |
| Saturday 22 September 2018 |
13:45 |
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FROM BEYOND (1986) | 85m | 1.85:1 | Dir. Stuart Gordon
Humans are such easy prey. From the makers of RE-ANIMATOR!
Unable to tame the unharnessed power of the mysterious device which stimulates the pineal gland, the Resonator, Dr Edward Pretorious ends up dead and his trustworthy assistant, Dr Crawford Tillinghast, confined to an insane asylum accused of his murder. But soon, under the supervision of the demure Dr Katherine McMichaels, the Resonator will hum once again in a desperate attempt to regenerate Dr Pretorious' fruitless experiment and finally unlock the doorway to the otherworldly reality of the fourth dimension. However, the myriads of the unseen and monstrous entities that reside in a nightmarish realm, can't wait to return into ours.
Please note seating is unreserved for this event.
2 DAY GRINDFEST PASS ALSO AVAILABLE |
| Saturday 22 September 2018 |
16:00 |
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THE GHASTLY LOVE OF JOHNNY X (2012) | 106m | 2.35:1 Ghastlyscope | Dir. Paul Bunnell
UK's first 35mm Screening!
A truly mad concoction, blending 1950s juvenile delinquents, sci-fi melodrama, song-and-dance, and a touch of horror, everything in just the right combination to create a mesmerising big screen spectacle! This curious and curiously entertaining story involves one Jonathan Xavier and his devoted misfit gang who, incidentally, have been exiled to Earth from the far reaches of outer space. Johnny's former girlfriend Bliss has left him and stolen his Resurrection Suit, a cosmic, mind-bending uniform that gives the owner power over others. Along the way, there will be several highly stylized musical numbers, lots of genuinely humorous dialogue, and a wacky plot-twist or two, all beautifully captured on the very last of Kodak's black-and-white Plus-X film stock.
Please note seating is unreserved for this event.
2 DAY GRINDFEST PASS ALSO AVAILABLE |
| Saturday 22 September 2018 |
18:45 |
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BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE CHINA (1986) | 99m | 2.35:1 Panavision | Dir. John Carpenter
Jack Burton's in for some serious trouble and you're in for some serious fun.
When trucker Jack Burton agreed to take his friend Wang Chi to pick up his fiancee at the airport, he never expected to get involved in a supernatural battle between good and evil. Wang's fiancee has emerald green eyes, which make her a perfect target for an immortal sorcerer named Lo Pan and his three invincible cronies. Lo Pan must marry a girl with green eyes so he can regain his physical form. Now, Jack must save Wang's fiancee from Lo Pan and his henchmen, and win back his stolen truck. But how can he defeat an enemy who has no body?
Please note seating is unreserved for this event.
2 DAY GRINDFEST PASS ALSO AVAILABLE |
| Saturday 22 September 2018 |
21:00 |
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Back by popular demand after 2 sell-out shows last year, Trisha Lewis brings you her acclaimed tribute to the life and works of Joyce Grenfell – and this is a whole new selection!
Trisha has performed Joyce for over 20 years all over the country and still loves the experience. Many will remember comedienne Joyce Grenfell from her days on the radio, TV and stage or the gawky PE mistress in the original St Trinians films! For the younger ones, think Victoria Wood meets Alan Bennett? You will laugh and you might even shed a tear – Joyce was a gifted observer of humans. She was fascinated by their 'differentness'.
The Stately Galleons are still sailing and the phrase ‘George, don’t do that’ lives on! |
| Friday 28 September 2018 |
19:30 |
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| When Josienne Clarke signed to the illustrious Rough Trade Records, its founder Geoff Travis told The Guardian that she writes, “songs that rearrange your internal emotional landscape…reinventing the popular song structure.” Which was nice of him. With a rare gift for poetic melancholy, the Josienne has a voice to die for performing with guitarist Ben Walker who has a reputation for flawless musicianship and for writing music that sets off a song to perfection. Hailed by Total Guitar magazine as one of 'the best acoustic guitarists in the world right now', a master of intricate and subtle fingerstyle, he sounds like no-one else. |
| Saturday 29 September 2018 |
20:00 |
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What is it like to lose your mind?
How do you get it back?
The Unmaster is an honest gig and an unflinching poem: a story of a mental breakdown assembled from his own diary entries and frightened scribbles into an electrifying performance by award-winning rapper and composer Dizraeli.
Exploring madness, conventional masculinity and how to recover from both, The Unmaster is a vital new voice in the conversation about mental health. It is dark, funny and very good to dance to.
Join us for this full-length scratch performance.
“Unique and compelling… I truly felt lifted” - David (audience member)
“Do not fear mistakes: there are none” - Miles Davis |
| Tuesday 02 October 2018 |
19:30 |
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Luke Wright seeks poetry’s top job. Has own quill.
With a new Poet Laureate due in 2019 Wrighty’s chucking his hat in the ring. But he’s a dark horse at best. He turned down his invite to the palace in 2012 and he’s really got to stop penning one-vowelled invectives about Tory politicians if he’s to get a look in.
So he’s a on a mission to reinvent his poetry, to unite rather than divide. But can one poet ever really represent an entire nation? And just who are these previously laureled rogues? Luke delves into the murky world of poets laureate past, while serving up a sparkling set of new poems.
“Strong language, suitable for ages 14+”
“Performance poetry’s key revivalist.” Metro
“Wright is a clever playwright and charismatic performer … succeeds in finding new and beautiful ways of expressing the everyday.” The Guardian on Frankie Vah |
| Thursday 04 October 2018 |
20:00 |
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Following a very successful "First class concert" in 2017 (review from Scene One Plus) the award winning choir, Viva Voce, are pleased to announce a return to the Shelley Theatre with "One Song".
Jean Chambers has once again programmed an eclectic mix of music featuring songs from musicals including "Wizard of Oz", "Fiddler on the Roof", "Billy Elliott" and a medley from "MGM"; sacred songs such as John Rutter's "For the Beauty of the Earth"; popular to include "The Beatles in Revue", "Come fly with me"; and of course "One Song" the title for this year's concert. |
| Saturday 06 October 2018 |
19:30 |
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Cheer yourself up this autumn with a dance show full of the warmth of Spain.
Students of all levels show their skills and passion for the wonderful art of flamenco with back up from professional artists from international flamenco company Mi Flamenco.
Expect vibrant footwork, exciting movement, vituoso guitar, and emotional flamenco vocals in this spectacular flamenco fest by students from Ester Tal's flamenco academy. |
| Sunday 07 October 2018 |
19:30 |
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| The year is 1888, and London is in terror at the murder spree being committed by Saucy Jack! Why not seek respite from the horrors of Whitechapel by spending the evening inside Tabram's Music Hall? Fairy Fay guarantees a ripping time will be shared by one and all... A macabre cabaret of Victorian songs, weird skits and disturbing vignettes wherein you will meet a miscellany of suspects in unfamiliar guises. But which one is the Ripper? |
| Thursday 11 October 2018 |
19:30 |
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The Book of Darkness and Light in association with LittleMighty presents
Shivers
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A trio of delightfully thrilling new ghost stories, set to the haunting sounds of the violin.
The Book of Darkness & Light contains within it some of the most chilling tales ever told. Supernatural mysteries stir from its pages.
You feel a prickle on your neck. Your blood stills. A monstrous thing creeps in the shadows. Is it all in your mind? A trick of the light? Or something far more sinister?
One thing is for certain: these stories will give you shivers.
A co-production between Harrogate Theatre, Square Chapel Arts Centre and LittleMighty. |
| Friday 12 October 2018 |
19:30 |
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“Harmonies that leave you breathless”
DiElle’s acoustic show with John Gleadall and Chris Wood is an honest celebration of acoustic music. Indulging in classic songs through the ages, the show includes music from timeless songwriters such as Bob Dylan, The Hollies, Joni Mitchell, James Taylor, Carole King, and the next generation of artists they have influenced, such as Crowded House, Snow Patrol and the DiElle trio themselves.
The three musicians met after each having a varied career of many years, taking them from stadium tours, to Hollywood to London’s West End with various projects. John, Chris and DiElle enjoy performing at music festivals, arts centres, theatres, and local TV and radio, and occasional international tours.
The group, having been described as having “sensational harmonies” by events executive John Sackett, pride themselves on close harmony singing, and traditional acoustic guitar sound.
This upbeat, fun trio is not to be missed - a show for real music lovers. |
| Sunday 14 October 2018 |
14:30 |
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The isolated communities of the Isle of Portland on the Dorset coast are shocked to discover the notorious sex campaigner Marie Stopes has bought the old lighthouse. She hopes it will be her refuge from the storms battering her on the mainland. A collision of cultures is inevitable. How will she change the Islanders’ ways of thinking and how will she be changed by Portland?
Dr Marie Stopes transformed how we think about sex. One of the 20th Century’s most controversial women, her strong views provided graphic understanding of pleasure and consequence of sex. Vilified then by the Catholic Church, Marie Stopes still provokes today. But apart from her work, who was the real Marie Stopes?
Escaping the Storm finds Stopes on Portland; writing, exploring fossil forests, skinny-dipping, and interacting with the locals. Fascinating and formidable - Marie Stopes’ complex private world as controversial as her public one.
This first play about Marie Stopes marks 100 years from the publication of Married Love, selected by Melvyn Bragg as one of "12 Books that Changed the World".
An ensemble of four performers give life to this thought-provoking piece of storytelling by playwright/director Peter John Cooper.
For those who wish to stay there is an optional post-performance Q & A with the AsOne ensemble. |
| Thursday 18 October 2018 |
19:30 |
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The cult classic returns! Sweethearts Brad (Barry Bostwick) and Janet
(Susan Sarandon), stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie
mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry), a transvestite scientist.
As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters,
including a rocking biker (Meat Loaf) and a creepy butler (Richard O'Brien).
Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation:
a muscular man named "Rocky."
Expect surprises and celluloid treats along the way!
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| Saturday 20 October 2018 |
20:00 |
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“These are two of the finest creative and outstanding musicians around. Definitely not to be missed” Edinburgh Spotlight
KATE – extraordinary plaintive and soaring vocals and original torch/folk/pop songs on a quirky range of instruments. Nick supports.
“A wonderful new talent” Jon Ronson Show, BBC R4
“Best music act” Brighton Festival
'Bombastic and beautiful music' ★★★★ Three Weeks.
NICK - a maverick one man orchestra, live-looping a wall of sound, featuring his 5 string fiddle, bass pedals, wine glasses, Theremin, dulcimer and more. Kate supports.
“…one of England’s best instrumentalists and composers.” fRoots
“A magical find in the night’ **** The Scotsman |
| Sunday 21 October 2018 |
19:30 |
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Steven Gonzalez is an award winning pianist, who has studied with some of the UK’s top musicians such as Douglas Gould, Penelope Roskell and Terry Shade. Steven has performed at many prestigious venues such as The Royal Albert Hall, Southampton Guildhall. Steven specialises in Classical, Jazz, Ragtime, Pop, and Boogie-Woogie.
Doug Gould won a scholarship to the Royal College of Music, where his professors included the legendary pianists Kendall Taylor and Yonty Solomon. After five years at the RCM he left with a Master’s Degree and diplomas in performing and teaching. Composing for dance was an early interest and he received several important commissions from major companies, including the Royal Ballet. Doug also plays jazz piano, and has transcribed by ear, note for note, over 270 legendary jazz solos. His work has recently been published by the Music Sales Group.
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| Monday 22 October 2018 |
19:30 |
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North South Theatre presents
Pals
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| Inspired by real war diaries, Pals is an amusing and touching piece of theatre set during the first years of the Great War. This poignant story follows Stan, George and Joe as enthusiastic pals who volunteer to join Kitchener's new army. Their experience of life on the western front is a stark contrast to what was promised by the officers signing them up: "Back before Christmas, they said." Embarrassing medicals, French girls, lice, rats and shrapnel wait for them but their strong friendship and sense of humour will enable these pals to stick together through it all. |
| Thursday 01 November 2018 |
19:30 |
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| Fatea’s 30th Birthday Bash is a one and a half day festival of acoustic music to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Fatea Magazine. Festivities kick off on Friday evening with Polly Morris Band headlining. Live music continues over two stages all day Saturday with a host of national, local and emerging stars, including festival favourites Merry Hell, Radio 2 Folk Award winner Lucy Ward and nominee Ange Hardy, legendary songwriter Reg Meuross, and a special collaboration between local favourites Kadia and Said The Maiden. Get involved in sessions lead by The Folk Orc and Half of Murphy’s, workshops, open mic and more! |
| Friday 02 November 2018 |
19:30 |
| Saturday 03 November 2018 |
10:30 |
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100 years ago Wilfred Owen was killed, exactly one week before the end of The Great War. This is a one-off, never to be repeated performance of Not About Heroes, performed by Arena Theatre, about the relationship between Owen and Siegfried Sassoon.
"This book is not about heroes. English poetry is not yet fit to speak of them. Nor is it about deeds, or lands, nor anything about glory, honour, might, majesty, dominion, or power, except War. Above all I am not concerned with Poetry. My subject is War, and the pity of War. The Poetry is in the pity."
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| Sunday 04 November 2018 |
20:00 |
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Enigmatic, mysterious and sub textural, songwriter Leonard Cohen was an unflinching character, with an exact sense of prose, wry humour and courage to wrestle with the unspoken, forgiving human frailty with the stroke of each line.
The chilling announcement of Leonard's passing marked the end of an era. His music befriended an entire generation. Within every line of his writing, he has been challenging us to listen more carefully, speak more thoughtfully, think more deeply and recognize our own fragility. A Man of Grace. Our World misses him very much!
With a lifetime reputation of performing in this exact way and an undying love of the ‘pure song’ Keith James gives you a concert of Cohen’s amazing material in the most intimate and sensitive way imaginable, exposing the solitary inner strength of his greatest songs in their original perfect form. Keith has performed an extensive tour of this concert in Theatres and Arts Centres across the UK, giving close to 400 concerts to well over 100,000 people. This has proved to be one of the greatest honours in Keith James’ 40 year career in music. Keith lives in Powys, Wales and Andalucia, Spain
Included in the concert are Cohen’s well known songs: Famous Blue Raincoat, Sisters of Mercy, Suzanne and Hallelujah alongside his rarer and profound writing such as Who by Fire, Joan of Arc and Secret Life. Also included are Keith’s dramatic and absorbing performances based on the work of Federico Garcia Lorca – Cohen’s greatest influence. Keith has also transcribed into song one of Leonard’s poems from his collection ‘Book of longing’
‘Some of the most atmospheric and emotive music you will ever hear’ - The Independent
‘Good work! Glad you are keeping Leonard’s songs alive’ - Sylvie Simmons, Biographer – The Life of Leonard Cohen
‘Keith James has become a pillar of trust. A sublimely intimate and engaging voice’ - Sunday Times
‘An elegant and beautifully crafted reinterpretation of a great Artist’s words’ - BBC Radio Scotland
‘Certainly the UK’s most celebrated and evocative interpreter of golden music’ - The Guardian |
| Thursday 22 November 2018 |
19:30 |
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| Winner of BBC Folk Awards for best newcomer and best traditional track, Jackie Oates is a name synonymous with the reinvigoration of English folk music, beguiling audiences with a delicate balance of tradition and reinvention. Her mellifluous voice and imaginatively plaintive fiddle style has won her several BBC Folk Awards during a 10-year recording career that began as a member of the emerging Unthanks and has continued with five acclaimed solo albums. Collaborations with Alasdair Roberts, Belinda O'Hooley, and her brother Jim Moray on material that's ranged from traditional ballads to eerie lullabies and rich contemporary songs, Jackie has earned fans beyond the folk scene she grew up in. |
| Saturday 24 November 2018 |
20:00 |
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Green Ginger's new show will propel audiences into a microscopic journey deep within the human body. In a not-too-distant future, people can buy personal cleaners called Intronauts; miniaturized human workers injected into their bodies in order to carry out essential maintenance.
But what happens if your cleaner discovers your dirty laundry?
And how much do you actually want to know about what goes on inside?
Green Ginger tells a madcap story about advancing technology, big syringes and a tiny submarine. Taking its cue from classic sci-fi movies and fuelled by absurd visual comedy and innovative puppetry, Intronauts offers an intoxicating inner body experience that is out of this world. Join us for a trip that really gets under the skin; after all, what could possibly go wrong?
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| Thursday 29 November 2018 |
19:30 |
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Top pianist and raconteur Mike Denham brings his very successful SpeakEasy Night concept to the Shelley for the first time. Expect an informal concert of vintage jazz from the golden era when jazz and popular music were one and the same.
Mike is a fine pianist, specialising in the ragtime, stride and boogie woogie styles created by – among others - Scott Joplin, Fats Waller and Albert Ammons. Mike’s skills as accompanist, coupled with guests of the highest calibre, have made for many an entertaining SpeakEasy Night.
Mike’s guest tonight is Tom “Spats” Langham. Spats has performed 1920s and ‘30s jazz all over the world, as a soloist and with top bands including The Pasadena Roof Orchestra and Chris Barber. He is a magnificent banjo and guitar player, and his superb vocals are delivered in a style reminiscent of Bing Crosby and Al Bowlly. |
| Friday 30 November 2018 |
19:30 |
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The glamorous and irrepressible drag legend, Charlie Hides returns to the Stagedoor with a festive Christmas Cracker of a show packed with all your favorite Yuletide treats. There'll be side-splitting comedy, holiday tunes, celebrity impersonations, stunning costumes, festive sing-alongs and more. NOT for the easily offended.
"Riotously funny and uber talented" - Out Magazine
“Younger, bitchier and twice as quick as Joan Rivers” - London Times
“My favourite drag queen” – Kylie Minogue
“Hysterical” – Elton John
“Our favourite divas impersonator, numbingly talented” – Instinct Magazine
Ages 14+ |
| Friday 07 December 2018 |
20:00 |
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St Agnes Fountain are about to embark on their annual Christmas tour. Since their first get together, to record the eponymous St Agnes Fountain album in 2001, the quartet of founder, David Hughes; Fairport Convention's Chris Leslie and 2009's BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards Best Duo, Chris While and Julie Matthews, have brought musical invention and laughter to the star-dust atmosphere of the season.
With their sparkling musicianship, humour and heartfelt renditions of your favourite Christmas tunes both original and those you know so well (or thought you did). Christmas, as they say, starts with St Agnes Fountain. |
| Sunday 09 December 2018 |
19:15 |
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Lucinda Drayton writer/ performer of spiritual classic A Hundred Thousand Angels joins top session musician Marcus Cliffe . An evening of hauntingly beautiful Carols and songs from their Christmas album The Snow In The Street, with acoustic moments alongside classy jazz interpretations of the best Christmas songs. You will Hear Oh Little town of Bethlehem, See Amid The Winters Snow and Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, performed with heart and style.
Marcus has worked with all the greats from Al Green to Marc Knopfler Lucinda has written a no 1 hit made nine albums and is celebrated worldwide as having the voice of an Angel.
This will be their 3rd year at the Shelley Theatre and it has become a date not to be missed. Relax into the true Spirit Of Christmas. An evening of peaceful, beautiful music to soothe the soul and clam the mind. You might need hankies! |
| Tuesday 11 December 2018 |
19:00 |
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Comprising Mike Hammond, Aly Hirji, (BBC film critic) Mark Kermode and Alex Hammond, The Dodge Brothers are renowned for their take on Classic Americana.
Following their second album 'Louisa and the Devil', a hybrid of blues, rockabilly, jugband and skiffle, ('wonderful stuff!' - Bob Harris, Radio 2) the band recorded 'The Sun Set' at the legendary Sun Studio in Memphis, Tennessee, USA (as documented on BBC Radio 2).
Their new album combines everything you expect from the band and a whole lot more.
The Dodge Brothers tunes of proven merit never fail to entertain.
Standing room only |
| Thursday 13 December 2018 |
19:30 |
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The highly individual and nationally established vocalist Zoe Schwarz will be bringing her quartet to the Shelley Theatre on Friday 14th December. The Quartet features the unmistakable touch and flow of guitarist Rob Koral, providing a perfect foil for Zoe's commanding and passionate vocal style. The quartet will also feature the highly accomplished rhythm section of Joe Limburn double bass and Andy Chapman drums who together will be helping set the mood for a great night of jazz; ranging from vibrant swinging standards, to smouldering Billie Holiday-esque bluesy ballads that have become Zoë’s trade mark.
‘Eye catching jazz vocals meet sumptuous guitar’ Guitarist Magazine
‘A perfect mix of head and heart’ Jazz Journal, |
| Friday 14 December 2018 |
20:00 |
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Bowjangles are a string quartet who can really play. They dance whilst they play. They sing whilst they play. They leap, tumble, juggle and joke whilst they play.
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'Superb musicians, tuneful singing voices and a gift for physical comedy'
Broadway Baby
Intrepid string quartet Bowjangles present their most magical show so far- a theatrical, musical journey through myths, folklore, legends and a portal in a cello case in the quest to find the most priceless relic of all- a magical violin bow known as Excalibow. You can expect tales of monsters, ancient gods, historical figures and characters of pure fantasy in this action packed show, all presented in Bowjangles’ own inimitable and unique style, full of comedy, energy, panache and almost every musical genre you can imagine.
Show is suitable for all ages. May contain traces of Abba.
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‘You'd never have imagined that anyone could incorporate classical music and modern comedy so brilliantly'
PerformanceReviewed
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“All four performers are either inhaling sugar or secretly robots from
the future designed to shame all other acts into upping their game.”
ViewsFromTheGods - Pleasance Theatre review
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"With the dancing, singing and fast pace it is easy to forget that they are
playing all the music, all the time, without missing a beat"
Wiltshire Gazette and Herald |
| Saturday 15 December 2018 |
19:30 |
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After the success of his sold out 2017/18 UK tour, comedian, choirboy and host of Soccer AM, Lloyd Griffith is back on the road with his hilarious new stand-up show. Expect jokes, dubious impressions, jokes, a bit of choral singing, jokes, maybe a fact about a Cathedral, jokes and probably the story about about that time he had a toilet incident on the A46.
As seen on: Soccer AM (Sky One), Live At The Comedy Store (Comedy Central), Bounty Hunters (Sky), Drunk History (Comedy Central), The Premier League Show (BBC2). Online: Every Premier League Football Fan in 90 seconds, Jack Whitehall’s Training Days, Taxi To Training, BBC3 Quickies: The Tape Guy.
"Lloyd bounces off the audience and has everyone laughing along with him. 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
‘Punchy gags and a jaw-dropping singing voice. Expect to hear more from Griffith’ Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard
‘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 |
| Thursday 11 April 2019 |
20:00 |
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