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Thank you to the many who have responded so positively to our Corn Hall and Heritage Triangle fundraising campaign. What has been especially heartwarming is the extraordinary notes of support and encouragement that have accompanied your donations, saying what a difference the Corn Hall has made to your lives. We’re well on the way to reaching our fundraising target of £100,000 but, if you have been thinking of donating and haven’t done so yet, we still urgently need your help! We now have our Heritage Triangle website up and running, so to find out more about the project, keep up with all the latest news and to download the donation form, go to www.heritagetriangle.co.uk. Every contribution, large or small, will make a difference. We may have been busy fundraising and putting the project bid together but we haven’t stopped working to bring you yet more great entertainment. We’re thrilled that we are now able to show worldclass productions from top venues, live via satellite. Thanks to the clever technology involved, it’s been described as ‘having the best seat in the house but at a fraction of the cost’. This quarter features two of the very best known operas from Glyndebourne, Don Giovanni and La traviata, from the National Theatre we have Medea, and the Monty Python team’s final reunion will be live from the O2 in London. In August, our popular Art Workshops return with Printing, Life Drawing, Making Sketchbooks and Photography. Give yourself a treat. Improve your knowledge and skills from experienced practitioners. The season is also jam-packed with music of every variety. We have tributes to two of the greats – Neil Diamond and Dolly Parton, an evening of outstanding drumming, dancing and singing from the Kakasitsi Royal Drummers of Ghana, plus concerts from 60s pop sensations The Honeycombs, the brilliant Anna Mudeka Band, the fabulous Budapest Café Orchestra and Sam Sweeney’s Fiddle: Made in the Great War, a memorable and unique event featuring top folk musicians Sam Sweeney, Paul Sartin and Rob Harbron, with the award-winning storyteller Hugh Lupton. And, if great film, theatre, art, poetry, comedy and family entertainment are what you’re looking for, we have plenty of that in store throughout the summer too!
Angela Sykes, Diss Corn Hall Manager
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BOX OFFICE 01379 652241
Mon - Fri 10am - 4pm Sat 10am-2pm www.disscornhall.co.uk The Old Stables, beside the Corn Hall, St Nicholas Street, Diss IP22 4LB DATE 1-19 July Wed 2 July Thurs 3 July Sat 5 July Sun 6 July Wed 9 July Fri 11 July Wed 16 July Thurs 17 July Sat 19 July Sun 20 & Thurs 24 July 21 Jul-9 Aug Wed 23 July Fri 25 July Sat 26 July 28 Jul-9 Aug Wed 30 July Aug Various Wed 6 Aug Sat 9 Aug Sun 10 Aug 11-30 Aug Wed 13 Aug Wed 20 Aug Sat 23 Aug Wed 27 Aug Fri 29 Aug Sat 30 Aug 3-27 Sept Wed 3 Sept Thurs 4 Sept Sat 6 Sept Wed 10 Sept 12 & 13 Sept Sat 13 Sept Wed 17 Sept Fri 19 Sept Sat 20 Sept Sat 20 Sept Wed 24 Sept Thurs 25 Sept Fri 26 Sept Sat 27 Sept
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Art Film Theatre Music Screen Arts Film World Culture Film Theatre Family Screen Arts
The Illustrated Life of Michael Sheehy The Invisible Woman (12A) Mary Shelley and the Curse of Frankenstein The Honeycombs Don Giovanni – Glyndebourne Festival Her (15) Kakatsitsi Royal Drummers of Ghana The Grand Budapest Hotel (15) The School for Husbands The Saturday Club – Kan Kan the Baby Kangaroo Monty Python Live (Mostly)
Box office hours 8pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7pm 8pm 7.30pm 8pm 7.30pm 2pm 7pm
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Art Film Comedy Music Drama Film Workshops Film Theatre Screen Arts Art Film Film Family Film Word Music Art Film Screen Arts Music Film Heritage Theatre Film Theatre Family Music Music Theatre Comedy Music
Tory Lawrence – Mystical Creatures The Past (12A) Corn Hall Comedy Club The Neil Diamond Story Acting Summer School with The Keeper’s Daughter The Lunchbox (PG) August Art Workshops Under the Skin (15) Remembrances of Yours (2 performances) La traviata – Glyndebourne Festival A Print Quartet Lift to the Scaffold (12A) The Double (15) The Saturday Club – The Sorcerer’s Apprentice Tracks (12A) Luke Wright’s Stand-Up Poetry Club Anna Mudeka Band Workshop & Gig Gary Breeze 20 Feet from Stardom (12A) Medea – National Theatre Live Budapest Café Orchestra Calvary (15) Heritage Open Days Big Daddy Vs Giant Haystacks Locke (15) Dylan Thomas – Return Journey The Saturday Club – The PoetryJoe Show The Dolly Parton Story Sam Sweeney’s Fiddle – Made in the Great War Beauty’s Legacy Corn Hall Comedy Club SNYSB – Songs from the Shows
Box office hours 8pm 8pm 7.30pm 10am-4pm 8pm 10am-4pm 8pm 3pm & 6pm 5.30pm Box office hours 8pm 8pm 2pm 8pm 8pm 4pm & 8pm Box office hours 8pm 7pm 8pm 8pm Box office hours 7.30pm 8pm 7.30pm 2pm 7.30pm 8pm 7.30pm 8pm 7.30pm
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July “Oscar-winning screenplay and witty direction”
Art An exhibition in the Corn Hall Gallery 1-19 July Box Office Hours Free
The Illustrated Life of Michael Sheehy Michael Sheehy’s illustrations have appeared in the national press for over 20 years. His is a world of visual ideas, dream-like juxtapositions and strange wit. His interpretations of articles have enlivened the pages of the Guardian, Independent, Times, Radio Times and numerous other publications and he has won national and international awards for his work in advertising, design and television. It is rare to see a collection of original artworks by a contemporary working illustrator brought together. www.michaelsheehy.co.uk Evening viewing Wednesday 2 July 6.30-7.45pm Meet the artist.
Film Wednesday 2 July 8pm Tickets £5 / Under 18s £2.50
The Invisible Woman
(12A)
Directed by Ralph Fiennes, 2014, UK, 111 mins With Ralph Fiennes, Kristin Scott Thomas, Felicity Jones, Tom Hollander Ralph Fiennes follows up his directorial debut, Coriolanus, with this engrossing drama about Charles Dickens. Fiennes stars, with Scott Thomas as the mother of the author’s long-term mistress (Felicity Jones, who is excellent). Abi Morgan adapted Claire Tomalin’s pioneering biography as a basis for an intimate, intelligent examination of the complex, egotistical celebrity novelist and the three invisible women in his life. The period detail is acute and telling.
Theatre Thursday 3 July 7.30pm Tickets £12 / Concessions £10 / Under 16s £6 Common Ground Theatre Company presents
Mary Shelley and the Curse of Frankenstein The extraordinary myth of Frankenstein is related by Mary Shelley herself as she traces the journey of her own life, and tries to come to terms with her personal creative struggle, her grief for those she has loved and lost, and her craving for recognition and respectability. Set against a new world of scientific discovery, this play with music is about innocence and rejection, love and revenge. ‘An unforgettable theatrical experience’ East Anglian Daily Times on The Fisherman & the Turtle 4
Music Saturday 5 July 7.30pm Tickets £15 / Concs £13.50
The Honeycombs When ‘Have I the Right’ was released in the summer of ‘64 it soared up the UK charts to become the first song to knock The Beatles off the No 1 slot. Fifty years on, we welcome sixties pop sensations, The Honeycombs (headlined by founder member Martin Murray), live on stage as part of their 2014 anniversary tour. This night of sixties nostalgia will feature their worldwide hits like That’s the Way and Something Better Beginning, classic sixties covers, plus of course, the group’s foot-stomping debut single. Be a part of rock ‘n’ roll history! www.thehoneycombs.biz
Screen Arts Sunday 6 July 7pm Tickets £14 / Under 18s £10
Don Giovanni
– Captured Live
By Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Compulsive philandering is one thing, but brutal rape and murder are quite another. As an unrepentant Don Juan continues to elude his earthly pursuers, other-worldly powers are forced to intervene, leading to a fire-and-brimstone climax that ranks among Mozart’s most earth-shattering achievements. A screening of Glyndebourne’s highly acclaimed 2010 production. You may bring your own interval picnic if you wish but we’d ask you to patronise our bar. Alongside our usual drinks menu we will be selling glasses of fizz and strawberries & cream. glyndebourne.com
Film Wednesday 9 July 8pm Tickets £5 / Under 18s £2.50
Her
(15)
Directed by Spike Jonze, 2013, USA, 126 mins With Joaquin Phoenix, Amy Adams, Scarlett Johansson A lonely introvert (Phoenix) falls in love with the voice of his computer operating system (Johansson). So far, so science fiction. But the director of Being John Malkovich and Adaptation has much more to offer with his Oscar-winning screenplay and witty direction, as the online relationship undermines our hero’s everyday life. Los Angeles in the near-future is evoked through stunning visuals; the melancholy romance has plenty to say about the future of love in an era of artificial intelligence. 5
July “irresistible, exhilarating music”
World Culture Friday 11 July 7.30pm Tickets £12 / Concs £10 / Under 18s £8
Kakatsitsi Royal Drummers of Ghana An evening of outstanding West African drumming, dance and singing from the leading African traditional group in the UK. Kakatsitsi’s music takes traditional rhythms and chants from the Ga tribe of Southern Ghana, and other West African cultures and rearranges them in a modern and accessible way which delights all ages. Last year they performed their irresistible, exhilarating music at a prime slot at Glastonbury. We’re delighted to welcome them to the Corn Hall – come and join in the fun! www.indigenouspeople.org.uk
Film Wednesday 16 July 8pm Tickets £5 / Under 18s £2.50
The Grand Budapest Hotel
(15)
Directed by Wes Anderson, 2014, USA, 100 mins With Ralph Fiennes, Adrien Brody, Jude Law, Tony Revolori, Willem Dafoe Anderson follows up his exquisite Moonrise Kingdom with another closely-choreographed confection. But this time the result is great screen comedy – thanks not least to Ralph Fiennes as the wily concierge whose pursuit of wealth despite great danger is the spine of the farce. Star cameos (Harvey Keitel, Tilda Swinton, Jeff Goldblum, Bill Murray etc) spice the action as the satirical set pieces open and close like clockwork.
Theatre Thursday 17 July 7.30pm Tickets £12 / Concessions £10 DOT Productions present
The School for Husbands By Molière DOT Productions return with the commedia dell’arte romp – or ‘Rom Com in Corsets’ – The School for Husbands, by one of the greatest masters of comedy in Western literature. Fun, witty and punctuated with political satire, this hugely enjoyable evening may contain a lesson! 6
The Saturday Club Saturday 19 July 2pm Tickets £6 / Children £4 (Age under 5)
Screen Arts Sunday 20 July 7pm Thursday 24 July 7pm (Encore screening) Tickets £15 / Concessions £13
Jactito Theatre present
Monty Python Live (mostly)
Kan Kan the Baby Kangaroo
Monty Python hold a place amongst the world’s finest ever comedians, influencing a generation and revolutionising comedy. They are set to fly again for a final reunion, which will be broadcast live in venues across the world. John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones and Michael Palin will perform together live on stage for the first time since performing at the Hollywood Bowl on 15 September 1980. This promises to be the biggest live screening event of 2014.
– A Long Jump from Home!
The animals are gathering for the Greatest Show on Earth – the Animal Olympics! They’re jumping and running, swimming and dancing. In the wacky and wonderful world of the Animal Olympics, Kan Kan’s mummy is going for a Gold medal and nothing is going to stop her! But will this be one Olympic size jump too far for Kan Kan the Baby Kangaroo…? A refreshing show with lots of fun and more puppets than we can count, especially suitable for first theatre experiences.
Art An exhibition in the Corn Hall Gallery 21 July-9 August Box Office Hours Free
Tory Lawrence
– Mystical Creatures
Tory Lawrence’s imagery is usually rooted in the natural world – its landscape and its animals. In this exciting new series of miniature works, she has allowed her imagination much agreater freedom, resulting in a menagerie of mythical and mystical creatures that originated in artefacts, discovered in museums and on ancient sites. Tory’s solo exhibitions include The National Horseracing Museum, Thomas Williams Fine Art, Bond Street and the European Commission. She has shown frequently at the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition and in group shows internationally. Evening viewing Wed 23 July 6.30-7.45 pm Meet Tory Lawrence in person.
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July “an exhilarating emotional whodunnit”
Film
Comedy
Wednesday 23 July 8pm Tickets £5 / Under 18s £2.50
The Past
(12A)
Directed by Asghar Farhadi, 2013, France, 130 mins With Bérénice Bejo, Tahar Rahim, Ali Mosaffa, Ali Mostafa Like Farhadi’s last film, A Separation, this is about the truth of a relationship as it is revealed through crisis. Bérénice Bejo (star of The Artist and outstanding here) and Tahar Rahim are the troubled couple at the heart of a challenging, intimate drama set in Paris. Both are encumbered by other partners; there are crosscurrents of reproach and guilt. Sombre, yes, but an exhilarating emotional whodunnit as well.
Friday 25 July 8pm Tickets Advance £9 / Door £10 Min age 18
Corn Hall Comedy Club Keith Farnan Formerly a solicitor, Keith has performed as a stand-up all over the world, appeared on Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow and One Night Stand. ‘Brilliant, thought-provoking and laugh out loud funny’ Time Out ‘Artful, satirical…and a hefty helping of roguish Celtic charm’ The Sunday Times ‘If Eddie Izzard had been Irish, he’d surely have turned out a lot like Keith Farnan’ The Scotsman Liam Williams One of the most talked about young comedians on the circuit following an acclaimed Fringe run ‘the most exciting act from this year’s Edinburgh Fringe’ (Guardian), a sold out London transfer and a debut national tour. ‘Every elegiac word has been polished until it sings’ HHHHH Metro
Keith Farnan
Liam Williams
Tania Edwards (Compère) Stand up comic and writer for Stand Up for the Week, Mock the Week and The Unbelievable Truth, Tania was a finalist in the Amused Moose, Leicester Square and Latitude Festival competitions. ‘Akin to a female Simon Evans… brilliant’ Chortle Hot chilli & rice and bar from 6.30pm. Line up is subject to change.
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Tania Edwards
Music Saturday 26 July 7.30pm Tickets £12 Bob Drury presents
The Neil Diamond Story
– The life of a legend in song As Neil Diamond prepares to mark 50 years at the top of his profession, singer and guitarist Bob Drury – ‘The UK’s Voice of Neil’ – celebrates the life and work of this musical legend. Featuring iconic songs such as Cracklin’ Rosie, Sweet Caroline, and America alongside more recent acoustic material, Bob Drury’s one-man show is a ‘must see’ for all Diamond fans. ‘If I didn’t know better I’d have said that was Neil Diamond singing’ Pat Marsh, BBC Radio Kent www.theneildiamondstory.co.uk
Theatre Mon 28 July-Sat 9 August (not Sun 3) 10am-4pm Ages 13-18 £125 (per student)
Acting Summer School – with The Keeper’s Daughter
Work with professional actors to create an immersive theatre production! Two weeks of professional acting training, culminating in a public performance! ‘Approachable leaders, brilliant script; best way to spend two weeks’ Participant feedback For more details contact us at thekeepersdaughter@rocketmail.com
Film Wednesday 30 July 8pm Tickets £5 / Under 18s £2.50
The Lunchbox
(PG)
Directed by Ritesh Batra, 2013, India (Hindi and English), 104 mins With Irrfan Khan, Nimrat Kaur, Nawazuddin Siddiqui This bittersweet romantic comedy has a nod to Bollywood but is also a sensitive portrait of Mumbai, where tradition and progress compete. Irrfan Khan (from Life of Pi) is a widowed clerk drawn into a written correspondence with the unhappy younger housewife who prepares his hot lunches. The resulting distant romance is beautifully handled and acted; the couple learn the value of how ‘the wrong train can get you to the right station.’
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August “designed to expand knowledge and skills.” Art Workshops 1-3 August 10am-4pm Cost £120 / Students (over 16) £75
Working with Lino – Dale Devereux Barker
A three day course which will give students detailed knowledge of working with linoleum as a vehicle for generating printed images. Dale is a Slade graduate and an innovative printmaker. 12-14 August 10am-4pm Cost £120 / Students (over 16) £75
Life Drawing Summer School – Rebecca Lyne
A comprehensive three day Life Drawing course led by an experienced tutor with exceptional professional models. Discover why life drawing is used to further your observation and technique. Suitable for all abilities and including a broad range of activities designed to expand knowledge and skills. One day course 23 August 10am-4pm Two day course 24-25 August 10am-4pm Three day course 23-25 August 10am-4pm
Cost £40 Cost £80 Cost £120 / Students (over 16) £75
Making Sketchbooks – Diane Griffiths
Students will have an opportunity to make at least two sketchbooks during one day and to learn a variety of binding techniques on the other days. There will also be demonstrations of techniques and a chance to make decorated end leaves and book cloth. 26-28 August 10am-4pm Cost £120 / Students (over 16) £75
Digital Photography for Beginners – Lucy Kayne Lucy’s philosophy is to ‘seek beauty in the everyday’ in everything she photographs – focusing on light, shadow, textures and patterns to highlight the world around us. The course will consist of a mixture of demonstrations, discussions and practical exercises – perfect for beginners! Booking is essential. For more information about any of the workshops, please contact the Box Office on 01379 652241, email your query to boxoffice@disscornhall.co.uk, or visit the Workshops section of our website www.disscornhall.co.uk. 10
Film Wednesday 6 August 8pm Tickets £5 / Under 18s £2.50
Under the Skin (15) Directed by Jonathan Glazer, 2013, UK, 108 mins With Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy McWilliams, Lynsey Taylor Mackay She is an alien seductress touring Scotland in a white Transit van: hitchhikers become victims of her mysterious need for bodies. But this is no crude shocker: some of Scarlett Johansson’s vivid encounters are unscripted, with nonactors; this bold, mesmerising film has an almost documentary feel; there is even wry humour. Jonathan Glazer has been working to adapt Michel Faber’s novel since he finished Sexy Beast in 2001 – it’s been worth the wait.
Theatre Saturday 9 August 3pm and 6pm Tickets £5 (suitable for ages 8+) The Keeper’s Daughter Young Company present
Remembrances of Yours – An immersive adaptation of Shakespeare’s Hamlet
Experience the greatest tragedy ever told, from the inside out, as the State of Denmark descends into corruption and madness. Immerse yourself in this multi-media experience – the culmination of the two week acting summer school for teenagers – told with humour, movement and vivid imagination. ‘True entertainment – brought Shakespeare to life! Please do more shows of this kind!!!!!!!!’ Audience feedback on Starcross’d Recommended for able walkers. Limited number of tickets per show. Running time 1 hour.
Screen Arts Sunday 10 August 5.30pm Tickets £14 / Under 18s £10
La traviata
– Live
By Giuseppe Verdi The beautiful but frail Violetta Valéry meets the well-born Alfredo Germont and, for love of him, abandons her life as a courtesan. But Alfredo’s father demands that she renounce Alfredo and she agrees to the sacrifice, leaving him only a note. When Violetta appears at a ball with an admirer, Alfredo is furious and insults her. Violetta’s friends desert her, she is left penniless and becomes ill. Alfredo’s father tells him of Violetta’s noble act and encourages him to seek her forgiveness but it is too late and she dies in Alfredo’s arms. 11
August “Quick-witted, elegant, funny and unsettling”
Art An exhibition in the Corn Hall Gallery 11-30 August Box Office Hours Free
A Print Quartet – Di Griffiths, Annette Rolston, Suzanne Breeze & Mike Fenton
An exciting mix of work by four printmakers who are all at a different stage in their journey to explore the diversity and challenge of printmaking. The images on paper and fabric, as well as framed work and in book form, prove the liveliness and range of printmaking techniques. They explore colour, form, texture and often play with the overlaying of images or juxtaposition with text. www.annetterolston.com www.inprintartsandpoetry.co.uk Evening viewing Wednesday 13 August 6.30-7.45pm Meet the artists.
Film Wednesday 13 August 8pm Tickets £5 / Under 18s £2.50
Lift to the Scaffold
(12A)
Directed by Louis Malle, 1958, France, 93 mins With Jeanne Moreau, Maurice Ronet, Yori Bertin, George Pujouly A quintessential film noir which came at the start of the new wave in French cinema: influenced by Hollywood (in this case Double Indemnity), strong narrative (a criminal plot goes badly wrong) and moody black and white photography. Add an enticingly improvised Miles Davis score and stylish direction – and the supremely watchable Moreau launching her career. Recently re-released to great acclaim, this is a rare treat.
Film Wednesday 20 August 8pm Tickets £5 / Under 18s £2.50
The Double
(15)
Directed by Richard Ayoade, 2014, UK, 93 mins With Jesse Eisenberg, Mia Wasikowska, Chris Morris, Sally Hawkins After the offbeat success of Submarine, Richard Ayoade of The IT Crowd tackles Dostoevsky, turning his novella into a black comedy. The premise is simple: a nerdy clerk’s despair deepens when his confident exact double joins the firm (both played by Eisenberg – of course). As paranoia sets in, the new arrival absurdly tries to help him get the girl he is too shy to woo. Quick-witted, elegant, funny and unsettling.
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The Saturday Club
Word
Sat 23 August 2pm Tickets £5 / Children £3 (Ages 4+) Garlic Theatre presents
Sorcerer’s Apprentice Take one castle, one broom and a book of sorcery, add a boy with the tingle of magic in his fingertips, stir in a spell that spirals out of control and you have the classic tale of The Sorcerer’s Apprentice! The award-winning Garlic Theatre are back with a bewitching tale full of mystery and enchantment which blends physical theatre, humour and technical wizardry. Puppets, mime and a dash of real magic will leave adults and children enthralled. Running Time 45 minutes.
www.garlictheatre.org.uk
Film Wednesday 27 August 8pm Tickets £5 / Under 18s £2.50
Tracks
(12A)
Directed by John Curran, 2013, Australia, 120 min With Mia Wasikowska, Adam Driver In 1977 Robyn Davidson set off on the 1,700 miles from Alice Springs to the west coast, with four camels and a dog. Her memoir of the trek has been turned into an engrossing, intimate exploration of the stunningly scenic outback, starring Mia Wasikowska. The animals become family and the expedition’s on-off photographer (Adam Driver) provides the love interest. An unsentimental celebration of lonely resolve and downright heroism. 13
Friday 29 August 8pm Tickets £8 / Students £6
Luke Wright’s Stand-up Poetry Club Luke Wright’s mighty Stand-Up Poetry Club returns with two brilliant poets – Molly Naylor and John Osborne. Their sitcom will be broadcast on Sky later this year. Molly’s storytelling shows mixing music, verse and warm, anecdotal prose have received stellar reviews. John Osborne, writer of the smash hit show John Peel’s Shed, will wow us again with his new poems about sad restaurant owners, mopey star gazing and Kylie’s attempts at internet dating. Luke is the host with buttery toast. Don’t Miss. ‘Brave, tough, funny and beautiful writing.’ The Guardian (on Molly) ‘Gentle, self-deprecating, funny’ The Guardian (on John)
Aug-Sept “rocky, funky reggae and African all at the same time.”
Workshop & Music
Art An exhibition in the Corn Hall Gallery 3-27 September Box Office Hours Free
Saturday 30 August 8pm Tickets £12 / Concessions £11 / Gig & Workshop £17
Gary Breeze
The Anna Mudeka Band
From a small workshop in the centre of Diss, Gary Breeze has established an international reputation as a lettering sculptor, exhibiting widely and winning numerous public and private commissions over 20 years. Major commissions have included the Princess of Wales memorial at Althorp, a fountain in cast lead for the cloister at Christ Church, Oxford. Other work can be found at the Imperial War Museum, Westminster Abbey, Chatsworth House and the V&A. Gary’s work also features on a series of postage stamps commemorating the First World War, issued this year.
A five-piece band playing a fusion of styles, The Anna Mudeka Band is rocky, funky reggae and African all at the same time. Their sound is simply known as ‘sunshine music’ by their followers. Lead by the extraordinary Anna Mudeka – Zimbabwean-born singer, dancer and Mbira player – their refreshing and original sound and driving drum beat, makes this band one of the best on the world music scene.
‘…Breeze works as an ethnographer as much as a carver… His work is immersed in the particularities of words and voice and culture. He restores language to us through his lettering.’ Edmund de Waal
Dance workshop 4-5.30pm Tickets £8 Anna has more than 20 years experience teaching people of all ages and abilities. Her workshops are engaging and educational but most of all, great fun.
Evening viewing Wednesday 3 September 6.30-7.45pm Meet the artist. Join us afterward for our screening of 20 Feet from Stardom (see p15).
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Film
Music
Wed 3 September 8pm Tickets £5 / Under 18s £2.50
20 Feet from Stardom
(12A)
Directed by Morgan Neville, 2013, USA, 91 mins With Darlene Love, Gloria Jones, Lou Adler, Claudia Lennear The Oscar-winning documentary about the unsung heroes of popular music – the singers who are (usually) content just to support. This affectionate film glows with life, music and energy as backing singers – and stars like Stevie Wonder and Bruce Springsteen – talk about their work. It’s a great story, with plenty of archive footage, which also asks questions about fame and gender. Fifty years of music – from Ray Charles to Bruce Springsteen and plenty in between.
Screen Arts Thursday 4 September 7pm Tickets £12 / Under 18s £10
Medea
– Live
By Euripides Helen McCrory (The Last of the Haussmans) returns to the National Theatre to take the title role in Euripides’ powerful tragedy, in a new version by Ben Power, directed by Carrie Cracknell. Medea is a wife and a mother. For the sake of her husband, Jason, she’s left her home and borne two sons in exile. But when he abandons his family for a new life, Medea faces banishment and separation from her children. Cornered, she begs for one day’s grace. It’s time enough. She exacts an appalling revenge and destroys everything she holds dear. 15
Saturday 6 September 8pm Tickets £12 / Concessions £10
The Budapest Café Orchestra – in concert
One of our best ever Corn Hall nights. If you didn’t see the BCO last year, don’t miss them this time. Comprising four fabulous players of violins, guitar, accordion, double bass, saz and balalaika, the BCO play powerful and driving folkbased music inspired by the music of European gypsies. From impassioned Hungarian Czardas and tender Russian folk melodies to rollicking Moldavian dances and bittersweet Jewish laments. ‘…the fiery vivacity and aweinspiring musicianship of the finest purveyors of Eastern European gypsy music... will leave you with a grin on your face and rhythm in your feet…’ Times ‘Joining the Ukelele Orchestra of Great Britain stands the Budapest Cafe Orchestra, hugely entertaining, immense skill and profound musicianship.’ Reading Chronicle www.budapestcafeorchestra.co.uk
September “Ambitious, touching and hilarious”
Film
Theatre
Wed 10 September 8pm Tickets £5 / Under 18s £2.50
Calvary
(15)
Directed by John Michael McDonagh, 2014, Ireland/UK, 101 mins With Brendan Gleeson, Chris O’Dowd, Kelly Reilly, Dylan Moran The writer/director and star of The Guard are reunited in a moving black comedy. This time Gleeson is a priest threatened in the confession box with savage revenge for the sins of the church. He is a good man already beset with scorn from pub landlord, doctor and banker, and with a troubled daughter. How should he tackle the threat to his life? This is a sincere drama not afraid to tackle big issues.
Heritage Friday 12 & Saturday 13 September 10am-4pm Free
Heritage Open Days Diss Corn Hall is a Grade II listed classical hall built in 1854, and believed to be the last corn exchange in England to be used for its original purpose. As well as guided tours of the building, there will be displays of early photographs of the Corn Hall and the Heritage Triangle, screenings of John Betjeman’s film about Diss and the exciting plans for the future. Designermakers21 across the road (an early 19th century shop and town house with a late nineteeth century wooden shop front), will also be open and Diss Museum will have extended opening hours. www.heritageopendays.org.uk 16
Sat 13 September 7.30pm Tickets £11 / Concs £9 Komedia Entertainment and The Foundry Group present
Big Daddy Vs Giant Haystacks By Brian Mitchell and Joseph Nixon Every Saturday, from 1976 to 1988, millions of Britons, were in the grip of an extraordinary sports phenomenon: watching two fat men (a.k.a. Shirley Crabtree and Martin Ruane) pretend to fight each other. This is their story. Ambitious, touching and hilarious Big Daddy Vs Giant Haystacks is the bout of the century and a comedy drama not to be missed. ‘Big Daddy Vs Giant Haystacks is a knockout!’ HHHH Metro ‘Hilarious… Side-splitting… Champion comedy’. HHHH Three Weeks
Film
Theatre
Wed 17 September 8pm Tickets £5 / Under 18s £2.50
Locke
(15)
Directed by Steven Knight, 2013, UK, 85 mins With Tom Hardy, Olivia Colman, Ruth Wilson The critical acclaim awarded this film might seem surprising. There is just one location and one character on screen – Ivan Locke, a construction foreman driving to London. The rest are voices on his mobile phone. The way he deals with the personal and professional problems that develop reveal a man whose need to control is threatened. Why is this so compelling? Tom Hardy’s superbly understated performance certainly, but also Steven Knight’s masterful script and tight direction.
Friday 19 September 7.30pm Tickets £12 / Under 18s £9 Richard Jordan Productions
Dylan Thomas
– Return Journey
Original Direction by Sir Anthony Hopkins 2014 is the centenary of the birth of Dylan Thomas, one of our greatest – and most fascinating – poets and writers. This critically acclaimed production (it was Critics Choice in The Times, Time Out and The Guardian), combines theatre and poetry in a thrilling evening celebrating Thomas’ life and work. Bob Kingdom’s electrifying performance as the Welsh genius who lived hard and died young has received ecstatic praise worldwide. ‘Thomas’ intense love affair with language transmitted with hypnotic beauty’ New York Times ‘Bob Kingdom is magnificent’ Variety
The Saturday Club Sat 20 September 2pm Tickets £6 / Children £4 (Ages 3+)
The PoetryJoe Show Join PoetryJoe, star of CBeebies’ Rhyme Rocket, performer, writer and – of course – poet, in his light-up, pop-up world of fabulous foods, beastly bugs and peculiar pets! In this fun-packed, interactive family show incorporating elements of magic lantern, shadow puppetry and live poetry, PoetryJoe introduces a naughty but nice hamster, a cheating cheetah, and a whole family made out of paper and light. Take part in the fun and learn how to make your very own poems that glow! www.thepoetryjoeshow.com 17
September “…the audience didn’t want the show to end.”
Music
Theatre
Saturday 20 September 7.30pm Tickets £16.50
The Dolly Parton Story A fantastic two hour journey through the sensational career of one of country music’s most successful and much-loved artists featuring early classics such as Coat of Many Colours and Joshua, through to the later smash hits such as Jolene, Islands in the Stream, I Will Always Love You and 9 to 5. Andrea Pattison’s vocal style bears an uncanny resemblance to Dolly and combined with a four piece band plus an array of amazing, rhinestone-encrusted replica costumes, this show is a real treat, not just for fans, but for anyone who enjoys great entertainment. ‘…the audience didn’t want the show to end. We had three encores before Andrea left to tremendous applause’ Cross Country Magazine www.dollypartonstory.com
Music & Storytelling Wed 24 September 8pm Tickets £15 / Concessions £13
Sam Sweeney’s Fiddle – Made in the Great War
Bellowhead fiddle player, Sam Sweeney collaborates with the award-winning storyteller Hugh Lupton, fellow Bellowhead band mate Paul Sartin and the acclaimed concertina player, Rob Harbron to create a multi-media performance which will mark the 100th anniversary of the start of World War I and tell the incredible personal story of his fiddle made by non-returning World War I soldier, Richard Howard. Supported by funding from Arts Council England and the English Folk Dance & Song Society. www.samsweeneymusic.com www.madeinthegreatwar.com 18
Thurs 25 September 7.30pm Tickets £8 / Concessions £5 The Keeper’s Daughter present
Beauty’s Legacy Created & Written by Mark Finbow and Simon-Anthony Rhoden Part Frankenstein, part Bladerunner, part Slimming World – Beauty’s Legacy is a sci-fi comedy/drama about revered geneticist Victor, who discovers the potential to eradicate all disease, ugliness and unhappiness. But when the science council threaten to close him down, his maladjusted lab assistant becomes his guinea pig. Victor creates the most beautiful, stylish and vain monster the world has ever seen, setting off a whirlwind of events that threaten to tear apart his career, his marriage and all known society. thekeepersdaughter.org.uk
Comedy
Music
Friday 26 September 8pm Tickets Advance £9 / Door £10 Min age 18
Saturday 27 September 7.30pm Tickets £2.50
Corn Hall Comedy Club Sol Bernstein Sol escaped the Nazis in Germany and went on to become an all-round entertainer, performing all over the world at venues including The London Palladium, Carnegie Hall, Caesars Palace and Scunthorpe Baths. He’s a comedian, a magician and a Jazz musician (Sol was rated “Best Triangle” player in the USA in the 50s by Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington). ‘An instantly winning creation’ Evening Standard Matt Price Matt is a craftsman of hilarious stories and a master of audience banter. Once he’s on stage, you know you’re in safe hands. ‘Price is a terrific comedian and wonderful storyteller’ Kate Copstick, The Scotsman
SNYSB
– Songs from the Shows
This anniversary concert celebrates SNYSB’s 40 years in Diss and will be part of a series of events in Diss to mark this milestone. As a thank you to their supporters, and so that as many people as possible can come along to celebrate with them, tickets for this show are at a special price. Sol Bernstein
The programme will contain a varied mix from popular musicals performed by SNYSB with guest Vocalist Jayne May-Sysum. Musical Director Mike Booty will conduct. Refreshments will be served in the interval.
Matt Price
Jonny Freeman (Compère) A regular MC at central London comedy clubs The Funny Side, Jonny is perhaps most recognisable currently for his role of Frank London in the CBBC series M.I. High. ‘…a true comedy performance’ Whatsonstage.com Hot chilli & rice and bar from 6.30pm. Line up is subject to change. Jonny Freeman
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COMING TO
CLASSES & COMMUNITY Pilates Classes
These forthcoming events are on sale now. Go to www.disscornhall.co.uk for more information and the latest updates. Thursday 2 October 7.30pm Tickets £11 / Concs £9
Call Mr Robeson: A Life with Songs – A rollercoaster journey through African-American actor and singer Paul Robeson’s life, highlighting how his activism led to his downfall. Features Ol’ Man River and other famous songs as well as fiery oratory. One of the 20th Century’s most impressive but overlooked figures is revived in this powerful, compelling tour-de-force performance.
Friday 3 October 8pm Tickets £12
Spiro – redefine English folk music. ‘Cinematic, breathtaking and beautiful…traditionally English and yet wholly of the now. Folk has never seemed so relevant.’ HHHHH Songlines ‘One of the most imaginative acoustic groups around… incredible’ Mark Radcliffe, BBC Radio 2 www.realworldrecords.com
Sunday 5 October 7.30pm Tickets £14
Jazz at the Movies – Fronted by acclaimed singer Joanna Eden – ‘the UK’s answer to Norah Jones and Diana Krall’ Time Out – and featuring the outstanding Chris Ingham Quartet, this show features songs and soundtrack themes from classic films. An enchanting evening, rich with anecdote, sophistication and swing.
Fri 10 Oct 5-11pm & Sat 11 Oct Noon-11pm
Corn Hall Beer Festival – in association with Grain Brewery – established now as the Beer Festival for those who love great beers, delicious food and top live music. It’s just a cracking good time – don’t miss it!
Thursday 23 October 8pm Tickets £15
Marcus Brigstocke: Je M’accuse – I Am Marcus Podium dancer, oil rig worker, ex-Goth, muppet fan, award winning comedian and chief beverages operator at the Little Chef – screw politics! Let’s talk about me. ‘Rare is the stand-up show that makes you laugh, think and then fight back the tears. This is it’ The Daily Telegraph
Saturday 25 October 8pm Tickets £12 / Concs £10
Spikedrivers – Described as ‘haunting’, ‘gutsy’, ‘tribal’ and even psychedelic, Spikedrivers have been compared to Fleetwood Mac, Led Zeppelin and even Pink Floyd. Inspired by blues legends, they add their own blend of north African and Native American rhythms, gospel harmonies, 60s blues and rock guitar. ‘If you have not seen them, you simply must.’ Blues in Britain 20
Mondays except Bank Holidays 9.30-10.30am and 10.3011.30am Wednesdays 12 noon-1pm - Waveney Room, Diss Corn Hall A fantastic form of exercise to improve your health, posture, concentration and coordination. Getting together each week to exercise with a Pilates group feels good! For more information contact Amanda on 07557 025513 or go to: http://amandapilates.com
Baby Café 1pm-2.30pm – Waveney Room, Diss Corn Hall Every Monday except Bank Holidays Baby café has a friendly, relaxed atmosphere with advice and support always on hand for those who are breastfeeding. Contact the Children’s Centre on 01379 651786.
Blood Donor Sessions Tuesdays 1 & 22 July, 5 Aug and 16 Sept 1-3.30pm and 5-7pm New donors: Please register in advance at www.blood.co.uk
COMING TO These forthcoming events are on sale now. Go to www.disscornhall.co.uk for more information and the latest updates. Saturday 1 November 8pm Tickets £15 / Concs £13.50
Desperado – Heart of the Eagles - pay homage to Hotel California, arguably one of the most iconic albums ever, by faithfully recreating the entire album plus many more of your favourite Eagles songs. www.desperadolive.co.uk
Friday 7 November 7.30pm Tickets £15 / Buy 8 get 1 FREE
Supersonic 70s Show: A Celebration of the Golden Age of Pop – jam-packed with classic 70s hits and complete with genuine 70s costumes, Supersonic 70s will take you from Queen and ELO to the pop of The Osmonds, David Essex and David Cassidy and from the Glam Rock of Sweet, Mud and T Rex, to the classic sounds of The Carpenters, Saturday Night Fever and Grease. It’s the hottest ticket in town!
Saturday 8 Nov 8pm Tickets £10 / Concs £9
The Churchfitters – is a folk band like no other. A double bass made out of a saucepan, heart-wrenching vocals accompanied by a musical saw and foot-stompingly fast fiddle mixed with infectious funk-rock rhythms. And traditional tunes reinvigorated with mesmerising jazz sax. Always a sell out!
Saturday 29 Nov 8pm Tickets £17 / Under 18s £10
Louis de Bernières’ Mr. Handel – Renowned author and Handel-lover, Louis de Bernières joins leading early music ensemble, The Brook Street Band, to weave a magical tale which brings Handel to life in a story of music, passion, rivalry, friendship, struggle, and above all, success.
19 Dec 7.30pm 20 & 21 December 11am & 4pm Tickets £9 / Under 16s £7 / Family £30 (Ages 7+)
The Perils of Pinocchio – presented by Diss Corn Hall & The Keeper’s Daughter, the thrilling story of the little puppet who dreams of being a real boy is brought vividly to life as he encounters a fairy with blue hair, a devious fox and cat and discovers the secret of “Funtown”. Each adventure forms a parable of the often difficult process of growing up. With music, songs and lots of laughs, it’s perfect Christmas entertainment for the whole family! 21
HIRE This impressive historic building in the heart of Diss offers flexible accommodation which can meet a variety of needs at very reasonable cost. This includes the Assembly Hall (seating capacity 300) for dinners, dances, wedding receptions, corporate hospitality, productions, fairs, sales and exhibitions, indoor sport and educational gatherings. The Waveney Room and Council Chamber provide excellent locations for classes and workshops, rehearsals and seminars. With a range of room sizes, versatile seating and layout possibilities, a fully-equipped bar, kitchen and large dance floor, Diss Corn Hall is the obvious first choice when organising your event. For more details go to the Hiring page on our website www.disscornhall.co.uk, come to the box office in the Old Stables or phone Angela Sykes on 01379 652239. Viewings may be made by appointment.
Vouchers are redeemable for 12 months from the date of purchase and may be made up to whatever value you wish, starting from just £5.
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We can also provide gift Friend memberships, see below for more information about costs and benefits.
Diss Corn Hall Gift Vouchers make great presents. And, you’ll be helping to support the Corn Hall at the same time!
To purchase a Gift Voucher or gift Friend membership, visit the Box Office in the Old Stables Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-2pm or ring on 01379 652241.
Become a Friend of Diss Corn Hall If you believe that the Corn Hall should be an important feature in the life of Diss – please support us by becoming a Friend – and there are of course benefits! Become a Friend for £25 a year (under 25s £15) – get £1.50 off tickets at most performances and £1 off films Become a Good Friend for £100 or a Very Good Friend for £250 – Good Friends get 6 free tickets, and Very Good Friends 15 free tickets each year
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BOX OFFICE 01379 652241 Mon-Fri 10am-4pm
Sat 10am-2pm
The Old Stables, beside the Corn Hall, St Nicholas Street, Diss IP22 4LB www.disscornhall.co.uk email: boxoffice@disscornhall.co.uk diss.cornhall @disscornhall Tickets In person: During box office opening hours. By phone: Card payment is accepted (credit cards incur a 50p processing fee). Outside box office opening hours you may leave a message and your call will be returned. Tickets will be held for collection on the door or can be posted to you for an additional 50p if requested. By post: Send full details of the tickets you require along with a SAE and a cheque for the full amount. Cheques should be made payable to the Diss Corn Hall Trust. Online: Tickets for most events may be booked online at www.disscornhall.co.uk. Email: You may email requests for tickets to boxoffice@disscornhall.co.uk.
Accessibility There are three disabled parking bays on the street in front of the Corn Hall. The hall, bar and accessibility toilet are fully accessible to wheelchair users via the side entrance. Please inform the box office when booking. The main hall is fitted with an induction loop which covers all seats. Hearing aids should be switched to the t-position. Please note: sound enhancement is only available for films and amplified performances.
Bar and door opening times The bar opens at 6.30pm on event nights. The auditorium will usually open 30 minutes before the start of the performance.
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Getting involved If you are interested in volunteering as a steward, in the box office, or in any other way, email admin@disscornhall.co.uk. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d love to hear from you.
Thanks Our heartfelt thanks go to: Diss Town Council, South Norfolk Council, Norfolk County Council and our dedicated team of volunteers. Special thanks to our Good Friends Terence Blacker, David Case, Lynn Clark, Peter Dudley, Don Dunkin, Brian & Gunilla Falk, Charles & Liz Handy, Stephanie Harrison, Jo & Gary Hincks, Judith Howard-Rees, Alun Howkins, Paul Howling, Rosemary Jones, Martha Kearney, Jay Leader, Mrs A Leitch, Dr A Linder, Glynne Lloyd-Davis, Richard Mabey, T. Manning, Linda Merricks, Elizabeth Mooney, Sheila Moss-King, Laura Purling, Sue Shrager, John Taylor, Richard Vivian and Corporate Friends: Conisbee structural and civil engineers, Dayburst Couriers, Grain Brewery, Il Divo, Mere Players, John Taylor Builders and Wilderness Stores.
Patron The Duke of Norfolk.