Spring 2023 e-Brochure

We are a charity

The Anvil Trust is the charity behind Anvil Arts, the largest performing arts organisation in Hampshire that operates three fantastic cultural venues. We bring many big names to Basingstoke and attract 200,000 people into the town centre each year, who visit shops and restaurants, as well as The Anvil , The Haymarket and The Forge.

As an independent charity we can:

• Make sure that we present a variety of performances for a wide range of audiences, both popular and specialist

• Help Basingstoke gain a reputation as a town with a strong cultural offer, punching above its weight on the national stage

• Give opportunities to local children, schools and colleges, young musicians and performers

• Work to benefit people on the autistic spectrum and people with dementia, their carers and families with specially designed projects

• Partner with other charities, both local and national, to make our resources go further

• Apply for investment from Arts Council England and other support organisations

• Make sure that any surplus is always reinvested in our work to benefit people in Basingstoke and Hampshire, making the Borough a better place to live and work

New foyer opening and pre-show service

We recently launched our new e-ticketing and pre-show service and hope it has improved your experience. We will send you a text message 48 hours before the performance, with a link to your tickets and other information about your visit. There’s also a quick and easy way to pre-order your drinks. Plus, with the foyers now open from 6pm, you can arrive earlier and relax before the show.

The Anvil:

Until 2 Jan / See performance diary for times

Join us for the ultimate rags to riches story in our spectacular family pantomime, Cinderella

Poor Cinderella works hard day and night while her spiteful ugly sisters do nothing. But when she meets the Fairy Godmother, her life starts to change in all sorts of wonderful ways.

With laugh out loud jokes, stunning scenery, beautiful costumes, and two beautiful Shetland ponies, join Cinders and make your dreams come true at The Anvil.

So, dig out your best frock and polish your glass slippers, the clock is ticking. Book your tickets now!

£32.50, £31.50, £28.50, £22.50 (includes £4 booking fee).

Under 16s and f/t students £3 off. Over 65s £1 off, exc 10 & 11 Dec at 2pm and 17 – 28 Dec. Relaxed performance £10

On the night before Christmas, Emily stares out of the window, hugs her teddy and waits excitedly for the morning, while in the corner a little mouse called Eddie can’t understand why only humans are allowed to get presents. So he sets off in search of Father Christmas to find out for himself.

Along the way he dodges the family cat, gets directions from a cowardly robot and is given some unexpected advice from the magical fairy on top of the tree.

Will Eddie get an answer? Will Emily get her wish? And what is that funnyshaped present sitting under the tree? £16.50. Under 16s £14.50 Relaxed performance £10 (includes £4 booking fee)

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The Anvil: Sun 15 Jan / 7.45pm

PHILHARMONIA ORCHESTRA

Weber Overture: Der Freischütz Weber Clarinet Concerto no. 1 Brahms Symphony no. 1 Michael Collins clarinet Nodoka Okisawa *

Weber’s magnificent overture concentrates the most important elements of the drama into a memorable tone-poem. Weber’s first clarinet concerto brilliantly exploits the qualities of the instrument, with the music ranging in character from grand to jaunty and playful, with a particularly imaginative slow movement.

The prolonged effort that Brahms ’ First Symphony cost the composer as he struggled to escape from the shadow of Beethoven is well known. Nevertheless, it resulted in one of his most satisfying works.

£42, £38, £31, £24, £16. Under 25s & f/t students £12 (includes £4 booking fee)

6.30pm / The Forge

The Philharmonia Orchestra is Anvil Arts’ Orchestra in Partnership

* Please note: Nodoka Okisawa replaces Marta Gardolińska

The Anvil: Tue 17 Jan / 7.30pm

THE CLASSIC ROCK SHOW

THE CLASSIC ROCK FAN’S ULTIMATE LIVE JUKE BOX!

The Classic Rock Show is back, bigger and even better, paying tribute to its favourite rock heroes, from the likes of Led Zeppelin, The Who, Eric Clapton, AC/DC, Queen, The Eagles, and many more.

Anthem after anthem, riff after riff, and solo after solo, culminating in a showstopping guitar duel that is not to be missed.

£49, £39, £34 (includes £4 booking fee)

The Anvil: Sun 22 Jan / 7.30pm

GARETH GATES IN THE BEST OF FRANKI VALLI

The Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons pays tribute to the life and career of four boys from Jersey, who became some of the most recognised names in history.

Featuring all your favourite songs including Sherry, My Eyes Adored You, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Walk Like a Man , and many more.

Gareth Gates joins the cast from the smash-hit Tony Award-winning musical Jersey Boys . Supported by an exceptional live band, this performance is guaranteed to leave you saying Oh, What A Night!

£33.50 (includes £4 booking fee)

The Anvil: Wed 25 Jan / 7.45pm

AN EVENING WITH AGGERS & TUFFERS

By popular demand, Jonathan and Phil have teamed up for a brand-new show.

Tuffers was the bad boy of English cricket. Since retiring, he has carved out a successful TV career, appearing in I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!, The Jump, Strictly Come Dancing, and as team captain in A Question of Sport.

This is a fascinating, entertaining, no-holds-barred evening where you can tweet Aggers with your own questions.

£29 (includes £4 booking fee)

In aid of The Professional Cricketers’ Trust

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The Haymarket: 26 – 28 Jan / 7.30pm / Sat 2pm

BLACKEYED THEATRE , in association with SOUTH HILL PARK , presents

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Crammed full of adventure, mystery, and of course one or two rather brilliant deductions, The Valley of Fear is Sir Arthur Conan Doyle ’s thrilling final Sherlock Holmes novel brought to life in this spectacular new stage adaptation. A mysterious, coded message is received, a warning of imminent danger, drawing Sherlock Holmes and the faithful Dr Watson into a tale of intrigue and murder stretching from 221B Baker Street to an ancient, moated manor house, to the bleak Pennsylvanian Vermissa Valley. Faced with a trail of bewildering clues, Holmes begins to unearth a darker, wider web of corruption, a secret society, and the sinister work of one Professor Moriarty. Don’t miss Blackeyed Theatre ’s stunning world premiere. Original music, stylish theatricality, and magical storytelling combine for an unforgettable experience. The game’s afoot!

£24, 2pm £23. Over 65s £2 off, under 25s & f/t students £14 (includes £4 booking fee)

Suitable for: ages 11 and over

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle , adapted for the stage by Nick Lane

The Anvil: Fri 27 Jan / 7.30pm

THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY

This brand-new performance celebrates 50 years since the release of Bridge Over Troubled Water

Includes hits such as Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Homeward Bound, and more. Don’t miss the chance to hear these stunning harmonies recreated in painstaking detail.

£30.50 (includes £4 booking fee)

The Anvil: Sat 28 Jan & Thu 6 Apr / 7.30pm

THAT’LL BE THE DAY

Following the huge success of the 35th anniversary tour, That’ll Be The Day is back on the road.

Let the UK’s leading rock ‘n‘ roll show take you on a journey through the golden age, from the ‘50s right the way through to the ‘80s.

Combining hilarious comedy sketches and impersonations with brilliant vocals and superb musicianship, That’ll Be The Day really is in a league of its own.

£30.50 (includes £4 booking fee)

Suitable for: ages 12 and over (contains adult humour)

The Anvil: Sun 29 Jan / 3pm

THE ROTARY CLUB OF BASINGSTOKE DEANE is proud to present its 14TH ANNUAL CHARITY CONCERT featuring THE BAND

OF HIS MAJESTY’S ROYAL MARINES

Expect music from the movies, swing band, comedic pieces, popular classical songs often used on TV adverts, and good old-fashioned tunes known by all generations.

The majestic full concert Band of His Majesty’s Royal Marines , the Corps of Drums and special guests The Chelsea Pensioners , will again make this a very special event.

£29.50, £24.50, £18. Under 16s £15 (includes £3 booking fee)

The Haymarket: Wed 1 Feb / 7.30pm

CLOUDBUSTING

THE MUSIC OF KATE BUSH Cloudbusting can’t wait to share their love for the music of Kate Bush as they bring their brand-new Love & Anger Tour to the stage!

This breath-taking show will take you on an incredible journey through Kate’s extraordinary repertoire, as well as performing all the hits you would expect to hear – Wuthering Heights, Hounds of Love, Running Up That Hill, Babooshka and many more! £25 (includes £4 booking fee)

The Anvil: Fri 3 Feb / 7.45pm

BOURNEMOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Debussy Prélude à l’après-midi d’un faune Bartók Piano Concerto no. 2 Elgar Symphony no. 2 Sunwook Kim piano Kirill Karabits

Debussy ’s ground-breaking prélude is a delicate and subtle translation into sound of a lazy summer afternoon.

Bartók ’s thrilling and spectacular Piano Concerto no. 2 is an all-stops-out masterpiece. The mysterious slow movement is interrupted by a whirlwind scherzo, and framed by dynamic outer movements of great energy and excitement.

Elgar ’s Second Symphony was dedicated to King Edward VII, but behind the grandeur of its public face lies a more thoughtful and uncertain world. Elgar’s mastery of this wide range of emotional expression, and ability to use his large orchestra to powerful effect, is complete.

£42, £38, £31, £24, £16. Under 25s & f/t students £12 (includes £4 booking fee)

6.30pm / The Forge

The Haymarket: Fri 3 Feb / 7.30pm

ANDY FAIRWEATHER LOW & THE LOWRIDERS

Andy Fairweather Low shot to fame as the lead singer of Amen Corner singing massive hits like Bend Me Shape Me, Hello Suz y and (If Paradise is) Half As Nice A hugely successful solo career followed with Wide Eyed and Legless being his biggest international hit.

CANCELLEDEVENT

One of the most respected musicians in the world, Andy has played with Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, The Band, and Roger Waters to name just a few.

£28 (includes £4 booking fee)

The Anvil: Sat 4 Feb / 7.30pm

QUEEN EXTRAVAGANZA

Returns Only

Tickets for this event have sold out. Please call the box office on 01256 844244 to join the waiting list. £49.50, £31.50 (includes £3 booking fee)

The Anvil: Wed 8 Feb / 7.30pm

THE STORY OF GUITAR HEROES

Prepare to be blown away by some of the most amazing guitar riffs of the last 50 years.

The Story of Guitar Heroes is renowned for its worldclass musicianship and use of over 30 authentic guitars journeying through five decades, from 1950s rock ‘n’ roll, through to the most creative and inspirational guitar heroes of the modern era.

Featuring huge hits from musical giants such as Jimmy Page, Hank Marvin, Chuck Berry, Jimi Hendrix, Brian May, Eric Clapton, Van Halen, Slash, and many more.

£30 (includes £4 booking fee)

The Anvil: Sat 11 Feb / 7.30pm

SPIRIT OF THE DANCE

25TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR

The international smash-hit Spirit of the Dance celebrates 25 fabulous years as one of the most popular dance shows ever.

Bursting with raw energy, this spectacle takes dance to the next level in an explosive fusion of Irish Dance combined with styles from around the world. With thunderous applause and standing ovations everywhere it goes. £33 (includes £4 booking fee)

The Anvil: Sun 12 Feb / 7.30pm

SUZANNE VEGA

AN INTIMATE EVENING OF SONGS AND STORIES

Widely regarded as one of the foremost songwriters of her generation, Suzanne Vega emerged as a leading figure of the folk revival of the early 1980s.

Since the release of her self-titled debut album in 1985, she has given sold out concerts in many of the world’s best venues and returns to The Anvil for this special concert.

Known for conveying deep emotion in her performances, Vega’s distinctive, “clear, unwavering voice” (Rolling Stone) is immediately recognisable – as utterly distinct and thoughtful as it was when first heard on the radio over 30 years ago.

£53.50, £41.50, £36.50 (includes £4 booking fee)

The Anvil: Fri 17 Feb / 1pm

The

hit musical with on screen lyrics so EVERYONE can join in

Gather la familia, it’s time to celebrate something truly magical.

From the producers of Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music and Sing-a-Long-a Frozen, it’s time for Encanto, the brand-new smash-hit film musical of 2021 that everyone can’t stop singing.

For those of you not familiar with Encanto, it is a tale of The Madrigals, an extraordinary family who live hidden in the mountains of Colombia in a charmed place called the Encanto. The magic of the Encanto has blessed every child in the family with a special gift - every child except Mirabel. However, she soon may be the Madrigals’ last hope when she discovers that the magic surrounding the Encanto is now in danger.

Cheer on Mirabel as she tries to save the magic surrounding the Encanto, and sing your heart out with the live host, who will teach you some dance moves and show you how to use your free props bag.

It couldn’t be easier or more fun! The first rule of Sing-a-Long-a is there are no rules! Fancy dress is strongly encouraged, and full audience participation is essential. You are the stars!

And remember, we don’t talk about Bruno no no no!

£19.50. Under 16s £16 (includes £4 booking fee)

Suitable for: all

Please note: this is a screening of the film, not a live stage show

The Anvil: Wed 15 Feb / 7.45pm

PHILHARMONIA ORCHESTRA

Mendelssohn Overture: The Hebrides Elgar Sea Pictures Dvořák Symphony no. 5

Alice Coote mezzo-soprano Sir John Eliot Gardiner

Mendelssohn ’s vivid musical picture of a voyage to the Scottish islands is deservedly one of his most popular pieces.

Elgar wrote Sea Pictures immediately after the Enigma Variations and it shares their mastery of orchestral tonepainting in five contrasting songs.

Dvořák ’s symphony shows a wealth of inspiration and memorable melodies. The fresh and sunny character throughout its four movements never fails to delight.

£42, £38, £31, £24, £16. Under 25s & f/t students £12 (includes £4 booking fee)

6.30pm / The Forge

The Philharmonia Orchestra is Anvil Arts’ Orchestra in Partnership

The Anvil: Thu 23 Feb / 7.30pm

AN

EVENING

OF BURLESQUE

A NIGHT OF LAUGHTER, CABARET, MYSTERY AND GLAMOUR!

Roll up, roll up... the UK’s longest running burlesque show is back – and it’s bigger than ever. Featuring world-class entertainers and stars of the stage and screen in an evening of glitz and glamour! Expect fun, feathers, and fabulous costumes from the finest selection of specialty artistes, comedians, champagne showgirls, cabaret, and circus stars.

£34 (includes £4 booking fee)

Suitable for: ages 18 and over

The Anvil: Sun 19 Feb / 2pm & 6.30pm VARNA INTERNATIONAL BALLET presents SWAN LAKE accompanied by the Varna International Ballet Orchestra

The greatest romantic ballet of all time is brought to life by Tchaikovsky’s haunting and unforgettable score.

Celebrating its 75th anniversary, the illustrious Varna International Ballet comes to the UK for the very first time. Renowned for its award-winning soloists and magnificent corps de ballet, the company has been delighting audiences for decades at home and abroad with its performances of the highest quality.

£46.50, £40.50, £38.50. Over 65s and f/t students £5 off (exc top price)

Under 16s £25.25, £22.25, £21.25 (includes £4 booking fee)

The Anvil: Fri 24 Feb / 7.30pm

MIKE OLDFIELD’S TUBULAR BELLS LIVE IN CONCERT

THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Tubular Bells , the masterpiece will be performed live with a full band.

Tubular Bells was the debut studio album by English multi-instrumentalist, composer and songwriter Mike Oldfield who was just 17 years old when he started composing the music. It went on to become the best-selling instrumental album of all time.

A bold and progressive fusion, Tubular Bells is a journey through classical, jazz, folk, prog rock and electronica.

£55, £42, £32, £20 (includes £4 booking fee)

The Haymarket: Sat 25 Feb / 8pm

LUCY PORTER WAKE-UP CALL

A brand-new stand-up show from TV and radio favourite, Lucy Porter

Wake-Up Call is a show about revelations, realisations and epiphanies – both large and small. Subjects covered include bin collection schedules, the novels of Jean Rhys, cats, school fair booze tombolas, the Scottish Enlightenment, pressure washers and Huel.

It’s an exuberant, silly show with some wisdom sprinkled on top.

£22 (includes £4 booking fee)

Suitable for: ages 16 and over

The Haymarket: Wed 1 Mar / 7.30pm

THEATRE ACCORD in association with THE PRODUCTION EXCHANGE LTD. presents SHE

by Anthony Clark

Will she stop the baby crying, take revenge on the school bully, fall in love and be loved, protest to change the world, accept advice from her mother’s friends, come to terms with an unexpected illness, and grow old with dignity? Come and see.

Loosely inspired by The Seven Ages of Man speech in Shakespeare’s As You Like It , SHE is an enthralling new play, comprised of seven short plays, with two actors playing over fourteen characters.

Charting the experiences of different women from childhood to old age, these stories, each with an intriguing twist, are visceral, poignant, and laced with humour.

£18.50. Under 25s £16.50 (includes £4 booking fee)

Suitable for: ages 14 and over (contains bad language and scenes and references to incidents that some viewers may find distressing)

The Anvil: Tue 28 Feb / 7.30pm

I’M SORRY I HAVEN’T A CLUE

THE OFFICIAL STAGE TOUR

BBC Radio’s multi-award winning antidote to panel games returns to the stage with its sell-out touring show.

Join Jack Dee , Rory Bremner , Pippa Evans , Miles Jupp , and Marcus Brigstocke  for an unmissable evening of inspired nonsense. With musical accompaniment from Colin Sell .

£32 (includes £4 booking fee)

“THE MOST RIDICULOUS, MOST SURREAL, MOST INCOMPREHENSIBLY FUNNY SHOW ON ANY MEDIUM”

Adrian Edmondson

The

Anvil: Thu 2 Mar / 7.30pm

ELLEN KENT AND THE UKRAINIAN OPERA & BALLET THEATRE KYIV present

featuring the Ukrainian Opera & Ballet Theatre Kyiv , with international soloists, highly-praised chorus and full orchestra.

Welcoming back the fabulous Korean soprano Elena Dee , French soprano Olga Perrier and Ukrainian mezzo-soprano Natalia Matveeva .*

Aida returns to the UK with a stunning new traditional production which boasts an impressive set.

In Aida , the splendour of Egypt is set against the grandeur of the Coliseum of Rome, with the direction influenced by the ancient Greek dramas of Euripides and symbolising the powerful religious hold of the priests of Egypt. This tragic story of war, jealousy, and revenge at whose heart is the doomed love of the beautiful Ethiopian slave girl, Aida, and the Egyptian hero, Radames, is brought to life in a production set against one of the greatest pieces of music Verdi ever wrote. Well-known arias include Celeste Aida, Ritorna Vincitor, and Triumphal March featuring a temple dance, cascades of glittering gold, and amazing fire performers.

£41.50, £37.50, £33.50, £29.50. Over 65s £2 off, under 25s and f/t students half price (includes £4 booking fee)

Multibuy offer: Buy tickets for both this and La Bohème (4 May) and get 20% off

Sung in Italian with English surtitles *Cast subject to change

The Haymarket: 2 – 4 Mar / 7.30pm

CAHOOTS THEATRE COMPANY presents

P. G. Wodehouse, or Plum as he’s known to his near and dear, is trying to write the latest instalment of Jeeves and Wooster . However, a would-be biographer, his wife, his daughter, and even his two Pekingese have other ideas!

Join the famous writer for marvellous tales and spectacular tunes! But beneath all the fun and laughter, is there a darker story to be told?

Based on the life and writings of P. G. Wodehouse and starring Robert Daws (Jeeves and Wooster, Poldark, The Royal, Rock and Chips, How the Other Half Loves ), with songs by Jerome Kern , George Gershwin , Cole Porter , and Ivor Novello

£28.50. Under 25s and f/t students £24.50 (includes £4 booking fee)

The play is performed by arrangement with the Wodehouse Estate.

by William Humble starring Robert Daws

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The Anvil: Fri 3 Mar / 7.45pm

BOURNEMOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

HEAVENLY SKIES

Beethoven Overture: Leonora no. 3

Vaughan Williams The Lark Ascending Mahler Symphony no. 4

Thomas Gould violin

Natalia Tanasii soprano

Alexander Soddy

Beethoven ’s dramatic overture is a perfect concentration of the themes of his opera Fidelio. In The Lark Ascending, the solo violin soars above the orchestra in increasing rapture, contrasted with a more folk-inspired second theme.

The Fourth is Mahler ’s most serene symphony, written at a time when everything in his life seemed to be going well. After three graceful and mostly good-humoured movements, it concludes with a child’s-eye view of heaven, as a place where food, games, and music overflow in abundance.

£42, £38, £31, £24, £16. Under 25s & f/t students £12 (includes £4 booking fee)

“THE

The Haymarket: Sun 5 Mar / 7.30pm

BRIDGET CHRISTIE: WHO AM I?

Bridget Christie is hot, but not in a good way. The 50-year-old stand-up leaks blood, sweats, and thinks that Chris Rock is the same person as The Rock.

It’s a menopause laugh-a-minute with a confused, furious lady who is annoyed by everything.

Brand-new show from the Rose d’Or and South Bank Sky Arts Award winner, star of her own Netflix special and BBC Radio 4 series, Bridget Christie Minds the Gap and Mortal

£21.50 (includes £3 booking fee)

Suitable for: ages 14 and over

19

BSO IS A MUSICAL TREASURE OF THE FIRST ORDER”

The Anvil: Sat 11 Mar / 7.30pm

QUEENZ

Direct from their smash-hit run in London’s West End, performing the hits of Britney, Whitney and everything in between, these dragtastic divas will have you feeling fierce and fabulous before you know it!

Serving up the live local sequin-clad pop party we’ve all been waiting for!

£29 (includes £4 booking fee)

Suitable for: ages 14 and over

The Haymarket: Sat 11 Mar / 2.30pm

THE PEOPLE’S THEATRE COMPANY presents I SPY WITH MY LITTLE EYE THE PARTY!

based on the picture book by Steven Lee Molly and Bingo the puppy are having a birthday party and, best of all, you’re invited!

There’ll be a terrific treasure hunt, all your favourite sing-along songs, including The Ants Go Marching, Hickory Dickory Dock and BINGO, and lots of fantastic games to play, including Molly’s favourite game, I Spy With My Little Eye!

So put on your party clothes and come join us for what promises to be a magical day of fun and laughter. It’s going to be the best party ever!

£15. Under 16s £13 (includes £4 booking fee)

The Haymarket: Sun 12 Mar / 7.30pm

DYAD PRODUCTIONS presents A ROOM OF ONE’S OWN

The award-winning Dyad Productions (Female Gothic, Christmas Gothic ) return with a twenty-first century take on Virginia Woolf’s celebrated pre-TED talk.   Take a wry and amusing trip through the history of literature, feminism, and gender. Meet Charlotte Brontë, Jane Austen, Aphra Behn, and Shakespeare’s sister –Judith! Travel to the far-flung future of… 2028. But whatever you do, Keep Off the Grass

Rebecca Vaughan (Christmas Gothic ) performs Woolf’s 1928 exploration of the impact of poverty and sexual inequality on intellectual freedom and creativity.

£19. Under 25s & f/t students £14 (includes £4 booking fee)

The Haymarket: Thu 16 Mar / 7.30pm

DANNY BAKER: AT LAST… THE SAUSAGE SANDWICH TOUR

A brand-new full tilt non-stop thunderous performance, another panjandrum of unstoppable anecdote. The last ever instalment in this gleeful raucous eruption, chock full of true-life tales and show business revelation.

Every night is different. Plus, the Sausage Sandwich Game played live and dripping with condiment! This time there’s even a bonus appearance from Dan’s old man Spud!

Altogether now... Will it be red sauce, brown sauce or...?

£31.50 (includes £4 booking fee) Suitable for: ages 14 and over

The Haymarket: Fri 17 Mar / 7.30pm

KATE MOSSE OBE: WARRIOR QUEENS & QUIET REVOLUTIONARIES

HOW WOMEN (ALSO) BUILT THE WORLD

International best-selling author, Kate Mosse OBE , embarks on her first ever tour.

Expect a fabulous evening of entertainment; part detective story, part love letter about how history is made, part celebration of extraordinary, brilliant, trail-blazing and inspirational women throughout history. It will surprise, amaze, challenge, and perhaps even encourage some to undertake a little family history of their own. £30 (includes £4 booking fee)

The Haymarket: Sat 18 Mar / 7.30pm

10CC’s GRAHAM GOULDMAN & HEART FULL OF SONGS

10cc’s Graham Gouldman formed what became Heart Full of Songs , purely for the pleasure of playing his songs in their simplest form, acoustically.

The format became so popular that it adopted a name and undertook its first tour in 2013. For lovers of perfectly crafted music performed by the composer, this promises a truly exquisite experience.

Graham has written for The Hollies, Herman’s Hermits, Jeff Beck, McFly, Gary Barlow, and of course, 10cc, to name just a few.

The Anvil: Thu 23 Mar / 7.30pm

PRUE LEITH NOTHING IN MODERATION

Nothing is off the menu in this frank, revealing, and very funny all-new performance.

In her first ever live show, Prue takes you through the ups and downs of being a successful restaurateur, novelist, businesswoman, and Great British Bake Off judge – feeding the rich and famous, cooking for royalty, and even poisoning her clients.

In the second half, you get to ask the questions.

£35, £29 (includes £4 booking fee) Suitable for: ages 12 and over

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The Anvil: Fri 24 Mar / 7.30pm

CALLING PLANET EARTH

THE SHOW THAT DEFINES A DECADE

A New Romantic symphony that goes on a journey through one of the greatest musical eras of all time – the electrifying 80s.

Featuring songs from much-loved artists including, Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, The Human League, Ultravox, Tears for Fears, Depeche Mode, OMD, Japan, ABC, Soft Cell, and many more.

Performed by an incredible live band with awesome symphonic arrangements, combined with stunning vocals and cast, this is the must see show that simply defines a decade.

£28.50 (includes £4 booking fee)

The Anvil: Sat 25 Mar / 7.45pm

SWEDISH PHILHARMONIA

Bo Linde A Merry Overture

Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto Sibelius Symphony no. 2 Nemanja Radulović violin Jaime Martin

The opening piece is by one of Sweden’s most renowned composers and lives up to its name. Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto begins in heroic vein, followed by a tender and beautiful slow movement. The spectacular finale takes the form of a whirling Russian dance.

Sibelius ’ second symphony was written largely in Italy and inhabits a very different musical world from the northern darkness of his first. The sense of renewal and exploration continues through its four movements before building inexorably to the final thrilling brass theme.

£42, £38, £31, £24, £16. Under 25s & f/t students £12 (includes £4 booking fee)

6.30pm / The Forge

The Haymarket: 28 Mar – 1 Apr / 7.30pm / Thu & Sat 2.30pm

PETER FROSDICK and CLASSICAL EVENTS present

a new comedy by David Cantor and Michael Kingsbury

Comedy’s no laughing matter... ‘misleads’, ‘straight reverses’, ‘telegraphing’, ‘the rule of three’, ‘the law of C’, ‘jumping the shark’…. these are the rules of comedy. You can’t just learn them. You have to live them.

Five strangers gather in the conference room of a shabby hotel on the outskirts of Farnham. Despite character differences, there is one thing that links Pam, Gavin, Morgan, Dale and Amy… to realise their dreams through comedy.

Frank Donohue, the finest sitcom writer of his generation, has flown in from Los Angeles to conduct a seminar teaching his five lucky disciples the tricks of the trade, and how to write the perfect sitcom. During the class, their everyday lives are exposed revealing mix ups, farcical revelations and gut-wrenching tragedies.

From the writers of BBC hits My Family , Two Pints of Lager and A Packet of Crisps , and Green Green Grass . Inspired by comic greats John Sullivan (Only Fools and Horses ), Tom Anderson (Cheers ) and Brian Cooke (Man About The House, Round The Horne… Revisited ). £33.

The Inbetweeners & The Office

Coronation Street

Doctors , Emmerdale , Brittas Empire & Extras

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The Anvil: Fri 31 Mar / 7.30pm

MICHAEL STARRING BEN THE MAGIC OF MICHAEL JACKSON

Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson – the man, the music, and the magic. Michael Starring Ben features the UK’s ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and sound like the King of Pop, but he’s honed his routine so carefully that audiences truly believe they are watching the man himself.

£32.50 (includes £4 booking fee)

The Haymarket: Sun 2 Apr / 3pm

NATASHA WATTS

MUSIC IS MY LIFE

Soul sensation, Natasha Watts , returns with her long-awaited fourth studio album, Music Is My Life

Having performed all over the world and opened for the best of the best, from Gladys Knight to The O’Jays, her new album delivers a gritty, mature, and well-rounded sound that is hers and hers alone. Come and enjoy Natasha’s beautiful voice and charming stage presence in this new show.

£29 (includes £4 booking fee)

The Anvil: Tue 4 Apr / 2pm & 7.30pm

RAPUNZEL: EASTER PANTO

Starring Bobby Davro, Britain’s Got Talent winner Collabro’s Matt Pagan, and funnyman Karen The Mam’s Lewis Denny

Don’t miss another fun-filled Easter pantomime with impressive music, energetic dance routines as well as plenty of jokes, slapstick and heaps of audience participation!

£24.50. Over 65s, under 16s & f/t students £23.50 (includes £4 booking fee)

The Haymarket: Tue 4 Apr / 7.30pm

VINCENT SIMONE

TANGO PASSIONS

Argentine Tango King and previous Strictly Come Dancing star Vincent Simone returns to the stage with his brand-new show, Tango Passions

Let the original Italian stallion and his leading lady Paula Duarte take you on a journey to Buenos Aires, and enjoy his dancing, tales, and poetry about the history of the dance.

Featuring music from Astor Piazzolla and Gotan Project

A sexy, steamy, passionate night not to be missed!

£40, £34. VIP upgrade £74 (includes £4 booking fee)

Suitable for: ages 14 and over

The Anvil: Wed 5 Apr / 7.30pm

THE BOOTLEG BEATLES

The world’s premier Beatles band returns to take you on a whistle-stop journey through the most vibrant, revolutionary, and divisive decade of all – the Swinging Sixties.

With a little help from their orchestral ensemble and featuring a special set to commemorate the sixtieth anniversary of the Please Please Me LP, this multi-media show is an absolute must-see for Beatles fans of all ages.

It’s not The Beatles, but you simply won’t believe it.

£41.50, £37.50, £33.50 (includes £4 booking fee)

The Haymarket: Thu 6 Apr / 2pm

THE AMAZING BUBBLE MAN

Louis Pearl explores the breath-taking dynamics of bubbles, combining comedy and artistry with audience participation and enough spellbinding tricks to keep everyone mesmerised.

From square bubbles, bubbles inside bubbles, bubble volcanoes, to people inside bubbles, The Amazing Bubble Man conjures shrieks of laughter and gasps of amazement from all ages.

£18.50. Under 16s £16.50 (includes £4 booking fee)

The Anvil: Wed 7 Jun / 7.45pm

PHILHARMONIA ORCHESTRA

GALA CONCERT

Beethoven Triple Concerto

Strauss Ein Heldenleben

Nicola Benedetti violin Sheku Kanneh-Mason cello Benjamin Grosvenor piano Santtu-Matias Rouvali

A dream team of soloists join forces in Beethoven ’s Triple Concerto , a rewarding oddity among his works, which has deservedly become more popular in recent years. The polonaise-influenced finale is a delight from start to finish. Strauss ’ opulent yet tongue in cheek portrait of himself as the hero of the title shows the composer bursting with confidence in his own powers. The music portrays his home life and his battles with critics, before he finally settles down to a life of peace and artistic productivity. Strauss ’ imagination blazes through his unrivalled knowledge of the orchestra to produce an enthralling piece.

£69, £59, £52, £42, £14 (includes £4 booking fee)

6.30pm / The Forge

The Philharmonia Orchestra is Anvil Arts’ Orchestra in Partnership

The Haymarket: Sat 7 Jan / 2.30pm & 7.30pm

HOSPITAL PANTO ALADDIN AND THE MAGICAL BEDPAN

Join Aladdin on his search for the magical bedpan as he falls in love with nurse Prudence and tries to defeat the nasty baddies, the Head Porter and his helpers. The show is packed with songs, slapstick, silliness, audience participation and all the fairy-tale magic of a traditional pantomime!

£18. Under 16s £12 (2.30pm), £23 (7.30pm, over 16s only) (includes £3 booking fee) All proceeds go to Hampshire Hospitals Charity

The Haymarket: 9 – 18 Feb / 7.15pm / Sat 2pm

BASINGSTOKE GANG SHOW

Basingstoke Gang Show returns for its 28th variety show spectacular showcasing the very best local talent from the Scout & Guide associations.

With a production of classic to contemporary performances brought alive by over 65 young people in this highly entertaining show, you can expect to be delighted by magnificent music and laugh-outloud comedy.

Final performance £24 (no concessions), all other performances £22, under 16s £15 (includes £3 booking fee)

Early bird offer: £2 off (13 & 14 Feb performances only). Quote BGS23 by 21 Dec to book.

The Anvil: Sat 25 Feb / 7.30pm

BASINGSTOKE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Rossini Overture William Tell Mendelssohn Violin Concerto in E minor Grieg Peer Gynt Suite no. 1 Saint Saens Danse Macabre Walton Henry V Suite (from the film)

Braimah Kanneh-Mason violin Stephen Scotchmer

Legends, mystery and magic abound. William Tell was a Swiss folk hero. The Overture to Rossini’s depicts dawn, a storm and a rollicking march made famous by its use as the theme tune to The Lone Ranger. Mendelssohn’s beautiful Violin Concerto was written for his friend David. The Orchestra is very fortunate to have as their soloist the dynamic and versatile young violinist Braimah KannehMason. Ibsen’s play Peer Gynt is loosely based on a Norwegian fairy tale. Grieg’s Suites taken from his incidental music to the play, brilliantly depict the fantasy. In Saint Saens’ Danse Macabre midnight strikes and the solo violin summons representatives from all walks of life to dance along to the grave –a tune familiar to many as the theme to Jonathan Creek. The concert ends with Walton’s dramatic music to the Olivier film version of Henry V £26.50, £21.50, £14.50. Over 65s £2 off, under 16s £3, f/t students £13.25, £10.75, £7.25 (includes £3 booking fee)

Early booking discount – £2 off if booked by Sat 14 Jan

The Anvil: Sun 26 Feb / 7pm

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY YOUTH WIND BAND ENSEMBLE

A celebration of the wonderful youth wind band talent from across Hampshire, involving Area and County groups from across the region.

£8. Over 65s & under 16s £6 (includes £3 booking fee)

The Anvil: Sat 4 Mar / 7.30pm

THE MAYOR'S CHARITY CONCERT: THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC

The Mayor's Charity Concert returns with a programme of music containing something for everyone, including a selection from Les Misérables, This is Me, Those Magnificent Men in their Flying Machines, Heal the World, and Gloria by Vivaldi. Reflecting the Mayor's key principles of community engagement and well-being, the music showcases the huge variety and diversity of the singing opportunities within the borough.

This is a great opportunity to support the Mayor's Charity Appeal, raising funds and awareness for two local charities: The Pink Place incorporating The Blue Space, and Tough Enough To Care.

£19. Over 65s and under 16s £15 (includes £3 booking fee) Includes free souvenir programme

The Haymarket: 9 – 10 Mar / 7.30pm / Fri 2.30pm

SHERFIELD SCHOOL

THE ADDAMS FAMILY: THE MUSICAL

Everyone knows that the Addams Family are a little peculiar - but when teenage Wednesday falls in love with a nice, normal boy, they have to welcome his nice, normal parents into their home. What follows is a chaotic evening that promises to be creepy, kooky, mysterious and spooky…

£15. Over 65s, under 16s & f/t students £13 (includes £3 booking fee)

The Anvil: 21 – 22 Mar / 7pm

BERKSHIRE MAESTROS

WEST BERKSHIRE JUNIOR MUSIC FESTIVAL 2023

Once again hundreds of children come together from local primary schools to celebrate the joy of singing. They will embrace the theme of wellbeing, looking specifically at songs related to the benefits of music, family and friendship. Highlights include a selection of songs from The Greatest Showman, Hansel and Gretel, and Charlie Brown

£18. Over 65s, under 16s & f/t students £15 (includes £3 booking fee)

The Haymarket: 22 – 26 Mar / 7.30pm Sat 2.30pm / Sun 2pm only

BASINGSTOKE AMATEUR OPERATIC SOCIETY presents

THE LITTLE MERMAID

Not just for the children, BAOS’ production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid brings the spectacle of a magical kingdom beneath the sea to life.

It’s a love story for the ages, as the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. This fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs including Under the Sea, Kiss the Girl, and Part of Your World.

Wed & Thu £24, Under 16s £15. Fri – Sun £26, Under 16s £21. Over 65s & f/t students £2 off (includes £3 booking fee)

The Anvil: Sat 1 Apr / 7.30pm BASINGSTOKE

CHORAL SOCIETY

Bach Mass in B Minor Croydon Philharmonic Choir David Gibson

Bach’s B Minor Mass has long been considered one of the greatest achievements of western cultural history, yet it was never performed in his lifetime. Completed only one year before his death, this monumental work is the culmination of everything that is best from one of the greatest composers of his time. Basingstoke Choral Society will be joined by Croydon Philharmonic Choir to sing this wonderful work, a piece that is recognised as one of the greatest compositions in the choral repertoire.

£27, £21, £15. Under 16s & f/t students (includes £3 booking fee)

The Anvil: Sat 15 Apr / 6pm

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY YOUTH BANDS 60TH ANNIVERSARY

This concert, featuring the three Hampshire County Youth Bands and a Reunion Band of members and conductors past and present, celebrates 60 years of the Hampshire County Youth Bands. Highlights include a world premiere performance of a special commission written by Paul Lovatt-Cooper

£13, £10 (includes £3 booking fee)

Seating Plans Booking Details

The Anvil

Red:

The Haymarket

The Forge

01256 844244 anvilarts.org.uk box.office@anvilarts.org.uk Churchill Way, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG21 7QR

Box Office: situated at The Anvil and The Haymarket main entrances.

Box Office Opening HoursOpen Monday –Mon – Fri, 10am – 2pm

Performance nights Open at 6pm

Call 01256 844244 or email box.office@anvilarts.org.uk

Reserved Tickets: held for three days or until an hour before the performance, whichever is sooner. After this time, unpaid reservations will be released.

Returns Only Performances: please contact the box office to join the returns list. Some tickets may be released nearer to the performance date.

Booking Fee: all ticket prices include a booking fee. The Anvil Trust is an independent educational charity. Without the booking fee, we would not be able to offer the current level and variety of programme at our venues or our extensive work with schools, young people and people living with dementia.

Group Booking

For information on group booking rates and availability, please call 01256 366935 (answer service when not staffed) or email group.booking@anvilarts.org.uk. Alternatively, visit anvilarts.org.uk/groups

You can pay by Paying less for your tickets

Cards: Mastercard and Visa.

We do not accept personal cheques. Please do not send cash through the post.

Gift Vouchers: Anvil Arts gift vouchers can be used for tickets at any Anvil Arts venue, and are valid for 24 months. Available from the box office. Please note we do not accept Theatre Tokens.

No refunds can be given. We offer ticket cancellation protection – please contact the box office for details, or visit ticketplangroup.com

Exchange and resale of tickets

Once tickets have been printed, they can be exchanged within the run of the same event for tickets of the same value at a cost of 50p per ticket. Lost tickets for reserved seats can be reprinted at a cost of 50p per ticket. We operate a re-sale facility on sold out performances (admin fee applies).

Bars and Refreshments

Foyers are open from 6pm for evening performances, and one hour before all others. Out of respect to fellow audience members and performers, re-admission to the auditorium with drinks once a show has started is not permitted.

For your convenience, and to avoid queuing at our bars and serving areas, you can order your drinks and

Safety and Enjoyment

Please ensure you always have your ticket with you as all tickets are checked when entering the foyers and auditorium.

We may on occasions conduct bag and security searches. Large bags will not be permitted into the auditorium.

We will make every effort to admit latecomers at a suitable break in the performance, but we cannot always guarantee entry.

We reserve the right to refuse admission or eject audience members from our venues and events at our discretion, including for behaviour affecting people’s enjoyment of the performance.

Please switch your phone off or to silent during a performance or event.

Discounts are available for performances where stated.

Only one discount can apply to any one ticket.

You may be asked to provide proof of eligibility. Student tickets cannot be posted out. Please show your ID on collection.

For full terms and conditions of sale, contact the box office, or visit anvilarts.org.uk/terms-and-conditions

snacks online prior to the performance. Alternative ordering options are available from within the venues. Please visit our website for more details.

We operate a Challenge 25 Policy in our venues. Please be prepared to show photographic ID on request when purchasing or pre-ordering drinks or products containing alcohol.

We do not permit the unauthorised use of cameras and recording equipment within the auditorium or foyers.

Please be aware that other audience members may stand or dance during the performance.

If you experience any problems during a performance or event, please inform a member of staff immediately, so that we can do our best to resolve the issue at the time.

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder; Anvil Arts cannot be held responsible for children unaccompanied by an adult.

Please be kind to our staff and to each other so that everyone can enjoy the experience

Children’s Performances

A limited number of booster seats are available on entry to the auditorium, for use free of charge. Baby changing facilities are available in both venues

Children under 18 months require an Infant in Arms ticket (available at selected performances) for the cost of £3–£4. To book, please call the box office on 01256 844244

Conditions of Sale

It is the nature of live performance that start and running times may vary, and artists, programmes, and other details may be subject to last minute changes.

Anvil Arts reserves the right to introduce discounts and special offers at any time, and these cannot be applied to tickets already purchased.

Please note: details in this brochure were correct at the time of going to press, but changes may be unavoidable.

Not all seats may be available at all performances or when booking opens.

Access Facilities

Access List

Anvil Arts operates a free Access List in order to improve our service to patrons with access needs. Registration forms are available from the box office or anvilarts.org.uk/access

Wheelchair Users

Our ticket sales counters have drop-down or lowered sections for wheelchair users. We have up to six wheelchair spaces available in The Anvil, one in The Forge and up to two in The Haymarket. We are unable to sell wheelchair spaces or allow transfers out of wheelchairs into seats in the Circle level of The Anvil auditorium. Emergency evacuation from The Haymarket auditorium is via an emergency lift or evacuchair, all other lifts in our venues cannot be used in an emergency. Personal emergency evacuation plans can be made available on request.

Hearing Enhancement

The Anvil and The Haymarket are equipped with infra-red hearing enhancement systems for use with portable headsets and personal induction neck loops. Both are available at the Stalls Foyer counters.

Privacy

Anvil Arts is committed to protecting your privacy and to this end has developed a Privacy Policy. We operate and are registered in accordance with current data protection legislation. For more information visit anvilarts.org.uk/privacypolicy

Assistance dogs are welcome; please discuss availability of suitable seating areas at the time of booking.

Parking

Blue Badge parking is available in car parks within a short distance of both The Anvil and The Haymarket. Please visit anvilarts.org.uk/ visit-us/how-to-get-here for full details.

Familiarisation Visits

If you would like to look at the venues in advance, please call the box office to arrange.

Visual Stories

Visual Stories for The Anvil and The Haymarket can be found at anvilarts.org.uk/access to assist your visit.

This brochure is available in large print and Braille on request.

For more information visit anvilarts.org.uk/access or accessable.co.uk (search for The Anvil or The Haymarket).

If you require any help in planning your visit, the box office will be happy to help.

If you have any questions about our Privacy Policy or information we hold about you, email datacontrol@anvilarts.org.uk or write to us at: Information Controller, Anvil Arts, Churchill Way, Basingstoke RG21 7QR.

Support The Anvil Trust

Now and in the future

The Anvil Trust is a registered charity. If you like what we do, please consider supporting us.

Donations

A one-off or regular donation will be used to support our programme of events. The Great Music of the World fund specifically supports the International Concert Series. Please contact the box office for details or visit anvilarts.org.uk/donate

Become a Friend

Enjoy priority booking, no postage charges, advance information and other benefits. Please contact the box office for details or visit anvilarts.org.uk/friends

Make a gift in your will

By including The Anvil Trust in your will, you’ll enable us to continue to give the gift of music as well as reducing your inheritance tax bill.

The Anvil Trust is grateful for the support of the following:

Get Involved

Every year we work with thousands of people from across the Borough and beyond to explore their creativity in our Community Engagement programme.

We provide schools and colleges with opportunities to experience classical and world music, to create their own music and theatre, and to support their careers. We work with people living with dementia

to help them stay connected and tell their stories creatively in our Finding the Words project. Our popular Musication Station encourages the community to try a musical instrument, whatever their age or ability.

To find out more visit anvilarts.org.uk/get-involved

MARCH

DECEMBER

SHE

Wed 1 / 7.30pm

16 Thu 2 / 7.30pm

CINDERELLA

AIDA

Fri 9 / 10.30am & 6pm

17 Thu 2 / 7.30pm

3 Fri 9 / 10.30am & 1.30pm

WODEHOUSE IN WONDERLAND

THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS

18 Fri 3 / 7.30pm

4 Sat 10 / 11am, 1.30pm, 4pm THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS

WODEHOUSE IN WONDERLAND

18 Fri 3 / 7.45pm

4 Sat 10 / 2pm & 6pm

BOURNEMOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

CINDERELLA

19 Sat 4 / 7.30pm

3 Sun 11 / 11am, 1.30pm, 4pm THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS

WODEHOUSE IN WONDERLAND

18 Sat 4 / 7.30pm

4 Sun 11 / 2pm & 6pm

THE MAYOR’S CHARITY CONCERT

CINDERELLA

29 Sun 5 / 7.30pm

3 Tue 13 / 10.30am & 6pm

BRIDGET CHRISTIE: WHO AM I?

CINDERELLA

19 Thu 9 / 7.30pm

3 Wed 14 / 10.30am & 6pm

SHERFIELD SCHOOL

CINDERELLA

29 Fri 10 / 2.30pm & 7.30pm

3 Thu 15 / 10.30am & 6pm

SHERFIELD SCHOOL

CINDERELLA

29 Sat 11 / 2.30pm

3 Fri 16 / 6pm

I SPY WITH MY LITTLE EYE

CINDERELLA

20 Sat 11 / 7.30pm

3 Sat 17 / 2pm & 6pm

QUEENZ

CINDERELLA

20 Sun 12 / 7.30pm

3 Sun 18 / 2pm & 6pm

A ROOM OF ONE’S OWN

CINDERELLA

21 Thu 16 / 7.30pm

3 Tue 20 / 2pm & 6pm

DANNY BAKER

CINDERELLA

21 Fri 17 / 7.30pm

3 Wed 21 / 2pm & 6pm

KATE MOSSE OBE: WARRIOR QUEENS & QUIET REVOLUTIONARIES

CINDERELLA

22 Sat 18 / 7.30pm

3 Thu 22 / 2pm & 6pm

10CC’S GRAHAM GOULDMAN & HEART FULL OF SONGS

CINDERELLA

22 Tue 21 / 7pm

3 Fri 23 / 2pm & 6pm

BERKSHIRE MAESTROS

CINDERELLA

29 Wed 22 / 7pm

3 Sat 24 / 11am & 3pm

BERKSHIRE MAESTROS

CINDERELLA

29 Wed 22 / 7.30pm

3 Mon 26 / 3pm

BAOS: THE LITTLE MERMAID

CINDERELLA

29 Thu 23 / 7.30pm

3 Tue 27 / 2pm & 6pm

BAOS: THE LITTLE MERMAID

CINDERELLA

29 Thu 23 / 7.30pm

3 Wed 28 / 2pm & 6pm

PRUE LEITH

CINDERELLA

22 Fri 24 / 7.30pm

3 Thu 29 / 2pm & 6pm

CALLING PLANET EARTH

CINDERELLA

23 Fri 24 / 7.30pm

3 Fri 30 / 2pm & 6pm

BAOS: THE LITTLE MERMAID

CINDERELLA

29 Sat 25 / 2.30pm & 7.30pm

3

3 Sat 31 / 2pm

CINDERELLA

23

BAOS: THE LITTLE MERMAID

SWEDISH PHILHARMONIA

29 Sat 25 / 7.45pm

BAOS: THE LITTLE MERMAID

Sun 26 / 2pm

29 Tue 28 / 7.30pm

JUMPING THE SHARK

24 Wed 29 / 7.30pm

JUMPING THE SHARK

24 Thu 30 / 2.30pm & 7.30pm

JUMPING THE SHARK

JANUARY

24 Fri 31 / 7.30pm

25

JUMPING THE SHARK

MICHAEL STARRING BEN

24 Fri 31 / 7.30pm

8

CINDERELLA

Mon 2 / 2pm

3 Sat 7 / 2.30pm & 7.30pm

HOSPITAL PANTO

28 Sun 15 / 7.45pm

PHILHARMONIA ORCHESTRA

5 Tue 17 / 7.30pm

THE CLASSIC ROCK SHOW

5 Sun 22 / 7.30pm

GARETH GATES IN THE BEST OF FRANKIE VALLI

6 Wed 25 / 7.45pm

AN EVENING WITH AGGERS & TUFFERS

6 Thu 26 / 7.30pm

SHERLOCK HOLMES: THE VALLEY OF FEAR

7 Fri 27 / 7.30pm

SHERLOCK HOLMES: THE VALLEY OF FEAR

7 Fri 27 / 7.30pm

THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY

8 Sat 28 / 2pm & 7.30pm

SHERLOCK HOLMES: THE VALLEY OF FEAR

7 Sat 28 / 7.30pm

THAT’LL BE THE DAY

THE BAND OF HIS MAJESTY’S ROYAL MARINES

8 Sun 29 / 3pm

APRIL

Sat 1 / 2.30pm & 7.30pm

BASINGSTOKE CHORAL SOCIETY

NATASHA WATTS

25

CLOUDBUSTING

FEBRUARY Wed 1 / 7.30pm

Sat 1 / 7.30pm 25

26

Sun 2 / 3pm

Tue 4 / 2pm & 7.30pm

THE BOOTLEG BEATLES

THE AMAZING BUBBLE MAN

THAT’LL BE THE DAY

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY YOUTH BANDS 60TH ANNIVERSARY

Wed 5 / 7.30pm 29

Thu 6 / 2pm

Thu 6 / 7.30pm

9 Fri 3 / 7.45pm

BOURNEMOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

9 Sat 4 / 7.30pm

QUEEN EXTRAVAGANZA –RETURNS ONLY

10 Wed 8 / 7.30pm

THE STORY OF GUITAR HEROES

10 Thu 9 / 7.15pm

BASINGSTOKE GANG SHOW

28 Fri 10 / 7.15pm

BASINGSTOKE GANG SHOW

28 Sat 11 / 2pm & 7.15pm

BASINGSTOKE GANG SHOW

28 Sat 11 / 7.30pm

SPIRIT OF THE DANCE

11 Sun 12 / 7.30pm

SUZANNE VEGA

11 Mon 13 / 7.15pm

BASINGSTOKE GANG SHOW

28 Tue 14 / 7.15pm

BASINGSTOKE GANG SHOW

28 Wed 15 / 7.15pm

BASINGSTOKE GANG SHOW

28 Wed 15 / 7.30pm

PHILHARMONIA ORCHESTRA

13 Thu 16 / 7.15pm

BASINGSTOKE GANG SHOW

28 Fri 17 / 1pm

SING-A-LONG-A ENCANTO (U)

12 Fri 17 / 7.15pm

BASINGSTOKE GANG SHOW

28 Sat 18 / 2pm & 7.15pm

14

BASINGSTOKE GANG SHOW

SWAN LAKE

28 Sun 19 / 2pm & 6.30pm

AN EVENING OF BURLESQUE

14

Thu 23 / 7.30pm

MIKE OLDFIELD’S TUBULAR BELLS LIVE IN CONCERT

13 Fri 24 / 7.30pm

BASINGSTOKE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Sat 25 / 7.30pm

28 Sat 25 / 8pm

LUCY PORTER

15 Sun 26 / 7pm

16

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY YOUTH WIND BAND ENSEMBLE

I’M SORRY I HAVEN’T A CLUE

28 Tue 28 / 7.30pm

Group booking rate available Relaxed Performance

Schools rate available

Family Ticket The Haymarket The Anvil The Forge

Signed Performance Picture Credits Key Charlotte Abramow, Felix Broede, Jiyang Chen, Konrad Cwik, Andy Gotts, Andrej Grilc, Miina Jung, Kaapo Kamu, Nikolaj Lund, Sheila Rock, Jake Turney, Steve Ullathorne

The Anvil | The Forge Churchill Way, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG21 7QR

By car: from the ring road or junction 6 of the M3, follow signs for Basingstoke town centre and then brown signs for The Anvil. These direct you to the car park next to the building. Coach drop off points are in Churchill Way. Nearest EV charging points in the Churchill Way car park.

By train / bus: Basingstoke train and bus stations are just a short walk away. Journey time for London Waterloo 45-60 mins; Southampton Central  30-35 mins.

By bike: cycle parking is available at the front of The Anvil, underneath the car park ramp to the right of the main doors.

The Haymarket

Wote Street, Basingstoke Hampshire RG21 7NW

By car: from the ring road or junction 6 of the M3, follow signs for Basingstoke town centre and then brown signs for The Haymarket. Parking is available in several surface car parks or in Festival Place shopping centre. Coach drop off point in Red Lion Lane. Nearest EV charging points in the Central car park.

By train / bus: Basingstoke train and bus stations are both a 10 minute walk away, through Festival Place shopping centre.

For more information visit anvilarts.org.uk/visit-us/how-to-get-here

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