Chequer Mead Brochure - October 2011 to December 2012

Theatre and Arts

CHEQUER MEAD EAST GRINSTEAD

OCTOBER - DECEMBER

THEATRE GUIDE

Wha t’s on?

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CHEQUER MEAD COMMUNITY ARTS CENTRE

box office: 01342 302000 www.chequermead.org.uk

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CHEQUER MEAD COMMUNITY ARTS CENTRE De La Warr Road, East Grinstead, West Sussex RH19 3BS Box Office: Administration: Cuisine Studio: Web: Email:

01342 302000 01342 325577 01342 324860 www.chequermead.org.uk tickets@chequermead.org.uk

As a charity Chequer Mead gratefully acknowledges the generous financial support it receives from its sponsor, East Grinstead Town Council.

Registered Charity Number: 1108890 Registered Office: East Court Mansion, College Lane, East Grinstead, West Sussex RH19 3LT

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Welcome to the autumn/winter edition of our What’s On guide.

Firstly let me introduce myself, as a lover of live entertainment since a young age and working extensively within the hospitality industry and the Royal Air Force, I have been responsible for the programming and management of a community art centre - The Watermark in Ivybridge Devon.

This love of putting on a show has led me to Chequer Mead, with its history of community theatre. I am looking forward to continuing the excellent work by Hannah Kester and working alongside our fantastic staff and volunteers to further develop our venue as the heart of East Grinstead’s art community. With its great mixture of theatre and music this season is shaping up to one of the best we have seen here at Chequer Mead. Tickets are already selling fast for our pantomime and the fantastic performances, so don’t hesitate to call and book the best seats.

NICK BYRNE Centre Manager Join us on Facebook and Twitter!

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HOW TO FIND US To London & Crawley

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PARKING There is ample and convenient parking immediately opposite Chequer Mead, which is free-of-charge after 6pm and all day Sundays.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT East Grinstead railway station is a 10-minute walk, with regular services to London and connections to the South Coast and Thames Link Services. All buses stop at the High Street; 2 minutes walk from the Centre. For further information on timetables, telephone 0870 608 2608.

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SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL ARTS CENTRE! A FEW GOOD REASONS TO BE A CHEQUER MEAD FRIEND • Regular Newsletters to keep you ahead on what’s going on at Chequer Mead • Discounted Tickets for many shows • The chance to WIN free tickets in our exclusive CMF Monthly Draw • Optional Membership of our 1001 Club • Social events and special performances £10 PER YEAR SINGLE: £17 JOINT So make a real difference to your favourite theatre and arts centre.

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box office: 01342 302000 www.chequermead.org.uk There’s a lot more to enjoy when you drop into the

CUISINE STUDIO Mouth watering cakes and gateaux all baked here in our own kitchen, delicious lunches, freshly made sandwiches, daily specials. Make your trip to the theatre even more special with one of our 2 course pre-show meals which are available for certain events and by prior booking. To reserve a table please contact Mandy, Paul or Roger on T: 01342 324860 E: cuisinestudio@live.co.uk

For Outside and Conference Catering we are the experts.

JazzCafé See diary for dates

WEEKLY DROP-IN Life Drawing Classes MONDAYS (except Bank Holidays) AUTUMN: 17th September - 3rd December Our aim is to offer artists of all levels and abilities the facility to drop in without prior arrangement for a two hour life drawing session.

Drawing boards and easels are available and artists should bring their own art materials.

Models may be clothed or unclothed participants should be 18 and over.

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Rotarians

Support local & International charities help the elderly & disabled and encourage youth activities

WILL YOU GIVE SOMETHING BACK?

COME TO A CLUB MEETING we would like to meet you Tuesday evenings 6.15p.m.

Contact Ray on Tel. 01342 324016 or email: lloyd.r.i@btopenworld.com

The Rotary Club of East Grinstead Visit "Why Rotary" at www. ribi.org

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BE THE BEST DRESSED AT THE PARTY! With an amazing array of period and fancy dress costumes for every occasion. Pop into Chequer Mead any Saturday morning between 10am – 1pm For more information call Sandie 01342 325134 or Barbara 01342 322944

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There’s nothing more exciting than performing…

There’s nothing that can build your confidence, test your abilities and stretch your imagination in quite the way theatre can…

The Chequer Mead Youth Theatre is an exciting youth theatre company, based at The Chequer Mead Arts Centre, dedicated to giving young people the opportunity to experience all aspects of contemporary theatre arts.

AUTUMN TERM 2012 PERFORMANCE DATE: CHRISTMAS TALES 5th December 2012 - see seperate brochure entry Term Dates 14 sessions Wednesdays 5th September – 12th December (no session half term 31st October) Early Bird Promotion - Pay on or by 30th September and take advantage of our early bird discount. Fees paid after this date will be at the normal term fee rate.

Inters

ages 8-13 4.30-6.00 pm

Term Fees £210.00 Early Bird £157.50

Seniors

ages 14-18 6.00-7.30 pm

Term Fees £210.00 Early Bird £157.50

There are three ways to pay the term fees: BACS – to: WhirlyGigArts Ltd, NatWest Bank: Sort Code 60-06-19 Account Number 30575001 Please put child’s name as the reference Cheque – payable to WhirlyGigArts Ltd, please put your child’s name on the reverse.

Post cheque payments to WGA Ltd c/o 1 Nuttall Gardens, Cranleigh, Surrey GU6 7FQ Cash – please put in an envelope with your child’s name, marked for Sue’s attention Chequer Mead Youth Theatre is part of

For further information please contact Pete Allen 07786 803660 or Sue Palmer-Jones 07725 022 132 Email: enquiries@wgarts.co.uk www.wgarts.co.uk

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COMPANY OF FRIENDS PRESENTS

a l l e r e d n i C Friday 21st – Sunday 30th December

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Get ready for another unmissable Chequer Mead Christmas pantomime from Company of Friends!

The most popular and romantic pantomime of them all, Cinderella will be brought magically to life by a superb cast, an abundance of comedy, stunning sets and costumes and fabulous special effects!

Family Pantomime at its best!

Tickets: £15.00 Concessions: £13.50 Family Ticket: £54.00 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL OFFER All tickets purchased before 1st October £13.00 Friday 21st December Saturday 22nd December Sunday 23rd December Monday 24th December Thursday 27th December Friday 28th December Saturday 29th December Sunday 30th December

5.30pm only 1.30pm and 5.30pm 1.30pm and 5.30pm 11.00am and 2.30pm 1.30pm and 5.30pm 1.30pm and 5.30pm 1.30pm and 5.30pm 11.00am and 2.30pm

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CHEQUER MEAD EVENTS GUIDE

DON’T FORGET WHAT’S ON IN SEPTEMBER! GUYS AND DOLLS JOHN NOYCE - ‘Songs of Yesteryear’ JAZZ CAFÉ ABSOLUTE BOWIE MISS SAIGON-SCHOOLS EDITION SEASONS OF THE HEART

Thursday 13th - Saturday 15th September at 7.30pm Plus Saturday Matinee 15th September at 2.30pm Tuesday 18th September 1.30pm Thursday 20th September - Open from 7.00pm Friday 21st September at 7.30pm Tuesday 25th - Saturday 29th September at 7.15pm Plus Saturday 29th September at 2.00pm Sunday 30th September at 8.00pm

ROXY MAGIC PRESENTS

ROXY MUSIC + BRYAN FERRY ... A TRIBUTE FRIDAY 5TH OCTOBER AT 7.30PM Roxy Magic is without doubt the UK's No.1 Roxy Music tribute band. All the hits are flawlessly performed in this authentic tribute show. Entirely live material that spans four decades ... Very high musicianship and a wonderful Bryan Ferry look and sound-alike, in the person of singer Kevin Hackett.

Tickets: £15.00 Concessions: £14.00 Wheelchairs: £10.00 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860 BRITISH AIRWAVES PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

THE FABULOUS SHADOWS SATURDAY 6TH OCTOBER AT 8.00PM This superb live tribute show features all The Shadows classic instrumental hits from the 1960s, Apache to Wonderful Land and many more all recaptured with authentic Fender Stratocaster guitars and Vox amplification. Take a nostalgic trip back to the swinging sixties! With special guests all girl band THE CRICKETTES Tickets: £14.00 Chequer Mead Friends: £13.00 One in 10 free Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860

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box office: 01342 302000 www.chequermead.org.uk AN EVENING OF MEDIUMSHIP WITH

TV PSYCHIC TONY STOCKWELL WEDNESDAY 10TH OCTOBER AT 7.30PM For those with an interest in mediumship, the name of Tony Stockwell will certainly need no introduction. Tony has a special gift. He can communicate with spirits, decipher their messages and share them with those who have lost people dear to them.

Tony Stockwell is a Spiritualist Medium and spirit communication is part of his own religious belief, but we accept differing opinions exist regarding mediumship. Any demonstration of mediumship is an experiment and results are not guaranteed.

Tickets: £18.50 One in 10 free Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860 ACE THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS

CALENDAR GIRLS

BY TIM FIRTH FRIDAY 12TH & SATURDAY 13TH OCTOBER AT 7.30 PLUS SATURDAY MATINEE AT 2.30PM Caring, cakes and comely ladies form the plot of the well-known Calendar Girls film. Released for the first time for amateur productions, ACE Theatre’s brave cast throw away their clothes to bring you this funny, heart-warming story.

Tickets: Evenings £12.00 Concessions £10.00 Matinee £10.00 Concessions £6.00 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860 LOS ENDOS PRESENTS

ULTIMATE GENESIS MONDAY 15TH OCTOBER AT 7.30PM Los Endos capture the excitement of a live Genesis gig from the 70’s and 80’s with nearly 3 hours of scintillating musicianship and a state of the Art light show.

All tickets: £15.00 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860 Chequer Mead acts as an agent for all events

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EQUINE LAMENESS PREVENTION ORGANISATION PRESENTS

AN EVENING FOR HORSE OWNERS WEDNESDAY 17TH OCTOBER AT 7.30PM EXPERTS AVAILABLE FROM 6.30PM

Six short lectures on subjects that will help prevent lameness and improve equine management for your horse including advice on feet and backs.

Supplements are available in the pavilion before lectures.

All Tickets: £10.00

CLASSICAL GUITAR –

JONATHAN PRAG THURSDAY 18TH OCTOBER AT 7.30PM Captivatingly beautiful guitar playing from this friendly Edinburgh Fringe legend with Romanian dances, a Celtic hornpipe, Bach, Piazzolla, Villa Lobos and Granados.

Relax and enjoy the music ‘…an exquisite treat.’ Three Weeks Tickets: £9.50 Concessions available Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860

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box office: 01342 302000 www.chequermead.org.uk THE DIXON AGENCY ON BEHALF OF RETAKE THAT PRESENTS

RE-TAKE THAT FRIDAY 19TH OCTOBER AT 7.30PM

The Re-Take That experience is a multi-faceted theatrical show with huge personalities, great costumes and a spectacular light show. They capture the very essence of one of the nation’s greatest pop bands.

Tickets: £15.00 Concessions: £14.00 Children: £10.00 One in 10 free Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860 ARIEL COMPANY THEATRE PRESENTS

ARIEL CHOIR SUNDAY 21ST OCTOBER AT 7.30PM Ariel Choir is part of Ariel Company Theatre. The evening will consist of both rock and pop classics. They are joined by West End star Luke Brady, the Ariel Musicality Choir; finalist of the BBC Sports relief goes Glee, plus Claude Hopkins. www.arielct.co.uk Tickets: £11.00 Concessions: Pensioners £8.00 Children/Students £5.00 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860

CUISINE STUDIO PRESENTS

JazzCafé TUESDAY 23RD OCTOBER OPEN FROM 7.00PM

Sit back, relax and enjoy the best of live Jazz with the John Gowers Jazz Quartet combined with finest Bistro menus at our regular Jazz Café evenings.

Tickets: Entry £5.00 Please reserve a table for a meal by calling Mandy, Roger or Paul on 01342 324860

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THOJO PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

A NIGHT FOR ORPHEUS WEDNESDAY 24TH OCTOBER AT 8.00PM A night show casing top local talent in music and comedy raising money for the Orpheus centre, Godstone - Featuring Tom Daniels, the Felony and special guests.

Tickets: £10.00 Concessions: Pensioners/Child/Students £5.00 Chequer Mead Friends: £8.00

FEVER PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

SINATRA, SEQUINS AND SWING – THE CAPITOL YEARS LIVE! THURSDAY OCTOBER 25TH AT 7.30PM

This sensational concert show stars the best in the business backed by a world class swing band. A treat for fans of the 1950’s heyday of old Hollywood glamour and Big Band Swing! www.sinatrasequinsandswing.com Tickets: £18.50 Concessions: £17.50 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860

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box office: 01342 302000 www.chequermead.org.uk BILL ROLFE PRESENTS

WINE TASTING WITH FRIENDS FRIDAY 26TH OCTOBER AT 7.30PM An entertaining, informative and very ‘taste-full’ evening comparing some of the best reasonably priced wines in the company of international wine expert and Member of La Confrerie Des Chevaliers Du Tastevin, Bill Rolfe. Your ticket includes 10% discount off wine purchased at ‘The Market Square’ in East Grinstead, but numbers are limited so book early.

Tickets: £10.00 Chequer Mead Friends: £5.00

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THE WOOLMER MUSIC GROUP – PIANO AND VIOLIN TUESDAY 30TH OCTOBER 1.30PM – 2.30PM Hannah Woolmer studied at Trinity College of Music and London College of Music. Since January 2009 Hannah has turned her attention to Chamber music.

Belinda Jones studied at the Royal Academy of Music and has now turned her attention to Chamber music and ensemble playing. She has performed at The Little Proms, The Front Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall and Wigmore Hall. woolmermusicgroup@hotmail.com Tickets: £4.50 Concessions: £3.50 Children, Senior Citizens, Students and CM Friends. £3.00 each when buying 3 concerts in the series Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860 Chequer Mead acts as an agent for all events

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GALA OLDE TYME MUSIC HALL THURSDAY 1ST – SATURDAY 3RD NOVEMBER AT 7.30PM PLUS 2.30PM MATINEE SATURDAY 3RD NOVEMBER In a special fund raising event in aid of Chequer Mead Theatre, the Company of Friends’ infamous Olde Time Music Hall returns despite popular demand! Join them in a glorious Gala celebration packed full of mirth and merriment galore, with all your favourite funnies and a gamut of glittering new material. There’s a multitudinous cast of comedic genius, gaiety Girls, titillating terpsichordery and dramatis personae, with a prize for the best dressed Olde Tymers! In any language it’s a tremendous treat for the whole family. All proceeds to Chequer Mead.

TICKETS: £14.00 Concessions: £12.50

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THE VIENNA FESTIVAL BALLET PRESENTS

E.T.A. HOFFMANN’S STORY

COPPELIA THURSDAY 8TH NOVEMBER AT 5.00PM AND 8.00PM

A production in traditional style of this well loved ballet, danced to the music of Delibes - A bright and light hearted story, which appeals to the whole family, about an eccentric toy maker who makes a wonderful lifelike mechanical doll.

Tickets: £18.50 Concessions: Pensioners and students £16.50 Children up to 14 years £12.50 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860

CLASSIC CLAPTON FRIDAY NOVEMBER 9TH AT 8.00PM CLASSIC CLAPTON features front-man Mike Hall, who not only looks like Eric, he sings and plays guitar like him too!

The show is a 2-hour journey through the music of Eric Clapton including all of his hits Wonderful Tonight, I Shot the Sheriff, Lay Down Sally, Crossroads, Tears in Heaven, Layla and even an Unplugged segment. www.classic-clapton.com Tickets: £15.00 Concessions: £13.00 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860

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box office: 01342 302000 www.chequermead.org.uk CONCHORD BIG BAND PRESENTS

EAST GRINSTEAD

ROYAL POPPY APPEAL CONCERT SUNDAY 11TH NOVEMBER AT 7.30PM

Conchord Big Band in concert for the East Grinstead Branch of the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal Tickets: £15.00 Concessions: £13.00 SUE FLIGHT PRESENTS

WINTER WONDERLAND TUESDAY 13TH NOVEMBER AT 7.30PM A magical evening of seasonal floral art in aid of East Grinstead Mental Health.

A Christmas demonstration by renowned Chelsea prize winner, with ideas for you to create, to deck your home for the forthcoming season, taking you on a sparkling winter journey.

All tickets £10.00 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860

YOUTH PRODUCTION

ROTARY YOUTH SPEAKS WEDNESDAY 14TH NOVEMBER AT 7.00PM Public Speaking Competition for local schools – East Grinstead Area local heat. Run by the Rotary Club.

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ROY ORBISON AND FRIENDS WITH BARRY STEELE FRIDAY 16TH NOVEMBER AT 7.30PM

If you love good music, then this is the show for you as Barry Steele presents his all live spectacular Tribute, featuring classic Orbison hits; the sounds of The Shadows, Ray Charles, Johnny Cash, and Jerry Lee Lewis - a spectacular fusion of good old “Rock n Roll” and contemporary musical genius all on one stage.

All Tickets: £17.50

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THE JACKIE GENERATION PRESENTS

THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE TO THE SENSATIONAL 70S SATURDAY 17TH NOVEMBER AT 7.45PM The hottest ticket in town!

An incredible live show which will include the ‘pin-up’ pop of The Osmonds, David Essex, David Cassidy & Sweet, to the classic sounds of The Carpenters, Abba & ‘Grease’ this show is so mouth watering, even a ‘Curly Wurly’ cannot out chew it!”

Tickets: £15.00 Concessions: £13.00 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860

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“ALL SHOOK UP” WEDNESDAY 21ST TO SATURDAY 24TH NOVEMBER AT 7.45PM PLUS MATINEE SATURDAY AT 2.30PM

The smash-hit musical comedy direct from Broadway, inspired by and featuring the songs of Elvis Presley and a plot that fuses some of Shakespeare’s finest lines.

Into a square little town in a square little state rides a guitar-playing roustabout who changes everything and everyone he meets in this hip-swiveling, musical fantasy that'll have you jumping out of your blue suede shoes. Featuring over twenty Elvis Presley numbers as you've never heard them before… the jukebox is loaded with hits including Love Me Tender, Jailhouse Rock, Heartbreak Hotel and, of course, “All Shook Up”.

Tickets: £15.00 Concessions: £13.50 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860 Chequer Mead acts as an agent for all events

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YOUTH PRODUCTION ARIEL DRAMA ACADEMY PRESENTS

CRAWLEY SHOWCASE MONDAY 26TH NOVEMBER AT 7.30PM Ariel Drama Academy (Crawley) is proud to present an evening of Song, Drama, and Dance, celebrating the Academy’s work thought-out the year.

Joined by the Ariel Musicality Choir, this evening will entertain all. www.arielct.co.uk.

All tickets: £10.00 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860 MK ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS

ON THE OTHER HAND... ...MARKS AND KENNARD TUESDAY 27TH NOVEMBER AT 7.30PM IN THE PAVILION Musical Comedy duo Marks and Kennard return for one night only, by popular demand.

Live entertainment the way it used to be – under-rehearsed.

Book early to ensure disappointment.

Tickets: £12.00 Concessions £10.00 – Free glass of wine and nibbles.

JazzCafé

Sit back, relax and enjoy the Marianne Windham Jazz Band combined with finest Bistro menus at our regular Jazz Café evenings.

THURSDAY 29TH NOVEMBER OPEN FROM 7.00PM

Tickets: Entry £5.00 Please reserve a table for a meal by calling Mandy, Roger or Paul on 01342 324860

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AROUND THE WORLD IN 60 MINUTES FRIDAY 30TH NOVEMBER AT 6.30PM Tickets: £8.00 Concessions: £6.00 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860

NO JACKET REQUIRED SATURDAY 1ST DECEMBER AT 7.30PM No Jacket Required return with a show representing their own highlights, as they celebrate 10 years as the UK's leading Phil Collins tribute. Expect plenty of surprises in a two-hour show of hits from Phil Collins and Genesis, including an intimate and moving 'Unplugged' section.

Always a favourite here - not to be missed!

Tickets: £15.00 Concessions: £13.00 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860

CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR SUNDAY 2ND DECEMBER - 10AM UNTIL 4PM. Over fifty stalls selling high quality gifts and crafts just in time for Christmas! Come along and meet the stall holders and the artists who will be here on the day.

Cuisine Studio will be open and selling teas and lunches.

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FOREST ROW LIFEBOAT CHOIR TUESDAY 4TH DECEMBER 1.30PM – 2.30PM

The Forest Row Lifeboat Choir was formed in 1946 after the loss of the Rye Harbour Lifeboat, "Mary Stanford" and her 17 crew in 1928. The brother of a crew member lived in Forest Row, met the village postman and moved by the disaster, they formed the choir to sing carols to raise funds for the RNLI which they continue to do so to this day.

Tickets: £4.50 Concessions: £3.50 Children, Senior Citizens, Students and CM Friends. £3.00 each when buying 3 concerts in the series Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860

YOUTH PRODUCTION CHEQUER MEAD YOUTH THEATRE PRESENTS

CHRISTMAS TALES

BASED ON THE STORIES OF CHARLES DICKENS WEDNESDAY 5TH DECEMBER AT 7.30PM

In an old clock, belonging to the mysterious Master Humphrey, are discovered a number of manuscripts that reveal the true spirit of Christmas. No other author is as associated with Christmas as Charles Dickens. And in this, the bicentenary of his birth, CMYT present new and dramatic adaptations of some of his Christmas stories including “The Story of the Goblins Who Stole A Sexton” - the short story on which ‘A Christmas Carol’ was based.

Tickets: £10.00: Under 16s £5.00

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CHRISTMAS SHOW THURSDAY 6TH DECEMBER AT 7.30PM Crockham Hill CE Primary School presents their annual Christmas production THE BAND OF THE COLDSTREAM GUARDS PRESENTS

A WINTER CONCERT IN AID OF SSAFA/FORCES HELP (SOLDIERS, SAILORS, AIRMEN AND FAMILIES ASSOCIATION)

THURSDAY 13TH DECEMBER AT 7.30PM

This concert heralds the start of Christmas. We are delighted and very honoured to welcome The Band of The Coldstream Guards who will perform a variety of music at the very popular annual concert. A rare treat indeed! Book early to avoid disappointment and support this very worthy cause giving essential assistance to our Armed Forces (both past and present) and their families.

Tickets: £17.00 Concessions: £15.00

CUISINE STUDIO PRESENTS

JazzCafé FRIDAY 14TH DECEMBER OPEN FROM 7.00PM

Sit back, relax and once again enjoy the best of live Jazz with the John Gowers Jazz Quartet combined with finest Bistro menus at our regular Jazz Café evenings.

Tickets: Entry £5.00 Please reserve a table for a meal by calling Mandy, Roger or Paul on 01342 324860

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CINDERELLA FRIDAY 21ST DECEMBER – SUNDAY 30TH DECEMBER

Get ready for another unmissable Chequer Mead Christmas pantomime from Company of Friends! The most popular and romantic pantomime of them all, Cinderella will be brought magically to life by a superb cast, an abundance of comedy, stunning sets and costumes and fabulous special effects!

Family Pantomime at its best!

Friday 21st December 5.30pm Saturday 22nd December 1.30pm & 5.30pm Sunday 23rd December 1.30pm & 5.30pm Monday 24th December 11.00am & 2.30pm Thursday 27th December 1.30pm & 5.30pm Friday 28th December 1.30pm & 5.30pm Saturday 29th December 1.30pm & 5.30pm Sunday 30th December 11.00am & 2.30pm Tickets: £15.00 Concessions £13.50 Family Ticket: £54.00 SPECIAL EARLY BIRD OFFER: £13.00 all tickets purchased before 1st October Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860

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WHAT’S ON IN THE GREENSTEDE GALLERY OPEN MONDAY TO SATURDAY

ADMISSION FREE

SPECTRA TEXTILE ARTISTS – PATHWAYS & PLACES FRIDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER – WEDNESDAY 3RD OCTOBER

Special places, journeys & memories have inspired this lively range of textiles pieces which have been interpreted in expressive & experimental techniques come & meet some of the artists each day.

GREENSTEDE QUILTERS 30TH ANNIVERSARY EXHIBITION FRIDAY 5TH OCTOBER TO WEDNESDAY 17TH OCTOBER 2012

Greenstede Quilters have been established in the town since 1982 and to celebrate will showcase recent work of quilts large and small as well as other textiles. Opening times 10am to 4pm. There is parking nearby and a Cafe at Venue.

TEXTILE STUDIO FRIDAY 2ND NOVEMBER – WEDNESDAY 14TH NOVEMBER

The Textile Studio has a widespread reputation for producing successful exhibitions of innovative work, using traditional and new skills to push embroidery beyond its usual boundaries. The group aims to be experimental and explore the use of all kinds of material - paper, paint, fabrics, threads and dyes - in a variety of ways but is also respectful of traditional textile techniques. We hope you will have the time to visit our exhibition to see this collection of contemporary textile art.

LINDA STRBAC AND JOEL GALLAGHER THURSDAY 15TH NOVEMBER – WEDNESDAY 28TH NOVEMBER

Linda Strbac and Joel Gallagher return to Chequer Mead. Contemporary works of flora and fauna images using vibrant colours and texture and an eclectic mix of abstract scenes and seascapes.

SOUTH EASTERN SCHOOL OF ART FRIDAY 30TH NOVEMBER – WEDNESDAY 5TH DECEMBER

The second Annual exhibition from SESA - a small, independent award-winning art school in Sussex, offering drawing, painting and printmaking and sculpture classes for students of all ages and abilities. Here we showcase students' work, and keep you up-to-date with information about our classes. All levels of ability are welcome, and you can join at any time of the year.

For more information, see www.sesart.co.uk NB EXHIBITIONS CLOSE ON A WEDNESDAY. Please contact the office for times.

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GENERAL INFORMATION SPONSOR A SEAT IN THE THEATRE For just £75.00 for three years, or £150.00 for 10 years, you can choose a seat (subject to availability) which will carry a plaque acknowledging your support.

The plaque will carry your name or that of a loved one or the name of your business if it is a corporate sponsorship. For more information please contact the CMF Chairman, David Bridle c/o Chequer Mead.

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP AND ADVERTISING We have a number of sponsorship and advertising opportunities for the business community to support their local arts centre. For more information, contact the Centre Manager on 01342 325577.

CHEQUER MEAD FANCY DRESS AND COSTUME HIRE The costume store at Chequer Mead is open every Saturday morning, 10am – 1pm for viewings of their extensive range of fancy dress and theatre costumes. For more information and to make appointments with the staff, please phone Sandie on 01342 325134 or Barbara 01342 322944.

FACILITIES FOR HIRE Whether it’s a musical or a school production, from a conference for 320 people to a breakfast meeting for 10 people we have the service and state of the art equipment to ensure your event is the best it can be.

Meeting and rehearsal rooms are available to hire at competitive rates starting at £10.00 per hour.

For all booking enquiries, please call the administration office on 01342 325577.

East Grinstead is one hours train journey from London Victoria and opposite the venue is a public car park for over 300 cars. There are three disabled parking spaces on site. We also have an infrared induction hearing loop system in the Theatre.

Our caterers Cuisine Studio (Best Restaurant 2009 – Best of East Grinstead) can fulfil all your catering needs with morning coffees, finger buffet and evening dining among their wide range of catering options. For more information, please call Mandy or Paul on 01342 324860.

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SPECIAL SCHOOLS RATE Do you know that schools in East Grinstead are able to hire the theatre for just £100 for three hours? Perfect for that end of year prize giving or school production and a great opportunity for young people to experience performing on a professional stage for the first time – please contact the administration office on 01342 325577 for more information.

OPENING HOURS Monday – Saturday: 9.00am – 6.00pm. Box Office is also open until the interval on performance evenings. Check the website for Sunday openings.

EMAIL US ON tickets@chequermead.org.uk Please email us with the name, date and time of performance(s), number of tickets required and, if you wish, a seating preference – also include your daytime phone number. One of our staff will call you to finalise arrangements.

METHODS OF PAYMENT Cheques are no longer accepted as payment for tickets

By Telephone: We accept most credit and debit cards – please note that we charge a £1.50 Booking Fee per transaction. Please inform the Box Office at time of booking if you wish to have your tickets posted, for which there is an additional charge of 75p, otherwise we are happy to keep your tickets at the Box Office to be collected at your convenience.

In Person: There is no booking fee for cash and debit card payments made in person at the Box Office. Once purchased, regrettably tickets cannot be exchanged nor can money be refunded in any circumstances other than an event being cancelled. In event of a sell out we will attempt to resell your tickets, but we cannot guarantee a resale.

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GENERAL INFORMATION SOLT THEATRE VOUCHERS SOLT Theatre Vouchers are accepted and can also be purchased at our Box Office.

Theatre tokens can now be used when making telephone bookings as well as in person.

DISABLED PATRONS Guide and assistance dogs are welcome throughout the Centre. There are three disabled parking bays available in the Centre car park and also a disabled bathroom available. Chequer Mead operates a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan Procedure (PEEP) for its disabled patrons – please speak to a member of staff for more information’.

WHEELCHAIR PATRONS We ask that wheelchair patrons book in advance so that we can help you during your visit. Please discuss your needs with Box Office staff when making your booking, especially if you are using a large wheelchair. We are pleased to offer concessionary priced tickets to wheelchairs users where available and complimentary tickets to carers whose presence is essential. There is level access to the front and throughout the building. Regretfully there is no access to the first floor seats in the circle.

HEARING IMPAIRED PATRONS The auditorium has an infrared induction loop system.

Headsets are available at the Box Office free of charge.

VISUALLY IMPAIRED PATRONS A large print of events listings is available on request. Please telephone the Marketing Department 01342 325577.

AUDIENCE LATECOMERS At the discretion of the Duty Manager, patrons arriving late may be held back, or seated in the most easily accessible seat if appropriate, until a suitable break in the performance.

PERFORMANCE CONTENT Whilst we attempt at all times to safeguard customer’s interests, Chequer Mead can accept no responsibility for the content and pricing of events. Chequer Mead will give guidance where possible on extreme content.

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REGULAR HIRERS Chequer Mead plays host to many groups and classes in the area. For booking enquiries contact the admin office on 01342 325577.

BELLY DANCING The fun way to keep fit – great for all ages and sizes.

Classes every Monday. Beginners 7-8pm; Level 2 8-9pm.

Contact Lea Smith on 01342 850423

BULLFROG PRODUCTIONS YOUTH GROUP Bullfrog Productions Youth Group is a performance specific group for 6 – 20 year olds, producing musicals throughout the year at Chequer Mead.

Optional dance and singing classes on Saturdays.

Contact 01342 322411 or download application form www.bullfrogproductions.co.uk

BULLFROG FROGGIES Bullfrog also run ballet and tap classes for 3 to 7 year olds on a Saturday morning from 10am to 12pm. They will be performing in our next production “The Rhythm Of Life” and have many opportunities to join our main productions during the year.

Contact 01342 322411 or download application form www.bullfrogproductions.co.uk

CHEQUER MEAD YOUTH THEATRE CMYT is dedicated to giving young people the opportunity to experience all aspects of contemporary theatre. Classes on Wednesdays.

Contact Pete Allen 07786 803660 or Sue Palmer-Jones 07725 022132 or enquiries@wgarts.co.uk

CHOIRPOWER “Choirpower” sings for serious fun. Repertoire ranges from musicals to pop – classical to jazz. New members are always welcome. Rehearsals are on Thursdays at 8.00pm.

For further information 07767 832049 or email: leighwheatley@btinternet.com

COMPANY OF FRIENDS Producing major shows, pantomimes, plays and Music Halls, COF welcomes anyone to their regular open auditions.

For information on future productions: www.theatrefriends.com or 01342 529115.

EAST GRINSTEAD DECORATIVE AND FINE ARTS SOCIETY A wide variety of lectures held in the theatre each month at Chequer Mead.

For further information on these and on becoming a member, contact 01342 832589

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box office: 01342 302000 www.chequermead.org.uk EAST GRINSTEAD STAMP CLUB Regular meets with a varied programme of speakers. Visitors are always welcome.

For further details call Mr. Malcolm Green 01342 327554

INTERMEDIATE PILATES CLASSES Every Thursday from 11.00am – 12. Pilates offers strengthening of the back and abdominals. It improves posture, flexibility, balance and helps reduce stress.

Beginners and improvers classes - Thursdays 12.15 – 1.15 pm.

Contact Marion Watson on 01342 322644

KAMON MARTIAL ARTS FEDERATION Wing Chun Kung Fu is on offer on a Thursday evening between 7.30pm & 9pm.

For further details Tel: 020 8123 5768 or visit www.KamonWingChun.com

LIFE DRAWING SESSIONS Mondays 11.00am – 1.00pm 17th September – 3rd December. No pre-booking required- Why not just drop in? £10.00 per session. Models may be clothed or unclothed.

Further details contact 01342 822694

LITTLE ONES BALLET Ballet classes for toddlers, pre-school and primary school children.

Contact Annabel Scott 07977 007076 or anniescott333@yahoo.co.uk

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS If you feel you have a drug problem, we meet regularly on Thursday evenings at 7.30pm.

Contact Keith on 07939 559359

POP SKOOL Classes every Thursday – term time only – from 4pm to 6pm for ages 8 – 16 years.

Giving children the opportunity to sing the songs they love, learn vocal and performance technique and perform with live musicians at Pop Skool concerts held throughout the year!

Contact Josie Quinn 07927 167947 josie@jqacademy.co.uk

REDHURST SCHOOL OF DANCING Redhurst is a long established local dance school with fully qualified dance teachers, offering classes for 3 year olds and upwards. Subjects available are: Ballet, Tap, Modern, Jazz, Classical, Greek and Musical Theatre.

Please contact Mrs Kay Ball 01342 328365 for further details.

SWINGTEASE ‘Swingtease’ combines Burlesque and Swing Dancing! Classes Weds 7- 8pm.

Contact Kirsty 07752 772725 or Jayne 07967 508127

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REGULAR HIRERS CONTINUED TAI CHI QI GONG A relaxing and energising work -out suitable for any age and any level of fitness.

The class helps to reduce stress and anxiety, increase your health and fitness levels, balance and co-ordination. Classes every Tuesday 7.00-8.00pm Contact Dawn Bradley on 01342 302099 or email dawn@energise-me.co.uk

TAPPIN’ TIME Fun Adult tap dancing classes. Mondays in the Studio. 7.30pm – 8.30pm

WEIGHT WATCHERS Meetings every Thursday 6pm – 7.30pm

WEST SUSSEX ADULT & COMMUNITY LEARNING SERVICE (WSACLS) W.S.A.C.L.S offers courses at Chequer Mead designed to support those dealing with mental health issues to regain self-confidence.

For further information please contact 01293 420505

THE ZUMBA Tuesdays 7.00pm – 8.00pm. Classes are suitable for everyone, any ability.

The Zumba® class fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away.

For more info: email Vhayeszumba@googlemail.com or call 07974 105554. www.vickyhayesworkouts.co.uk

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WHAT’S ON AT A GLANCE! OCTOBER Roxy Music + Bryan Ferry ... A tribute The Fabulous Shadows TV Psychic Tony Stockwell Calendar Girls by Tim Firth Ultimate Genesis An evening for Horse Owners Classical Guitar – Jonathan Prag Re-Take that Ariel Choir Jazz Café A Night for Orpheus Sinatra, Sequins and Swing – The Capitol Years Live!

Wine Tasting with Friends The Woolmer Music Group – Piano and Violin NOVEMBER GALA OLDE TYME MUSIC HALL

Friday 5th October at 7.30pm Saturday 6th October at 8.00pm Wednesday 10th October at 7.30pm Fri & Sat 12th & 13th October at 7.30pm Saturday Matinee at 2.30pm Monday 15th October at 7.30pm Wednesday 17th October at 7.30pm Thursday 18th October at 7.30pm Friday 19th October at 7.30pm Sunday 21st October at 7.30pm Tuesday 23rd October – Open from 7.00pm Wednesday 24th October at 8.00pm Thursday October 25th at 7.30pm Friday 26th October at 7.30pm Tuesday 30th October 1.30pm – 2.30pm

Ariel Drama Academy – Crawley Showcase On the other hand.......Marks and Kennard Jazz Café Pirouette Performers: Around the World in 60 minutes

Thurs 1st – Sat 3rd November at 7.30pm Saturday Matinee at 2.30pm Thursday 8th Nov at 5.00pm and 8.00pm Friday November 9th at 8.00pm Sunday 11th November at 7.30pm Tuesday 13th November at 7.30pm Wednesday 14th November at 7.00pm Friday 16th November at 7.30pm Saturday 17th November at 7.45pm Wed - Sat 21st – 24th Nov at 7.45pm Saturday Matinee at 2.30pm Monday 26th November at 7.30pm Tuesday 27th Nov at 7.30pm Thurs 29th November – Open from 7.00pm Friday 30th November at 6.30pm

DECEMBER No Jacket required Christmas Craft Fair Forest Row Lifeboat Choir CMYT: Christmas Tales Crockham Hill School Christmas Show The Band of the Coldstream Guards: A Winter Concert Jazz Café PANTOMIME: Cinderella

Saturday 1st December at 7.30pm Sunday 2nd December 10am – 4pm Tuesday 4th December 1.30pm – 2.30pm Wednesday 5th November at 7.30pm Thursday 6th December at 7.30pm Thursday 13th December at 7.30pm Friday 14th December – Open from 7.00pm Friday 21st December – Sunday 30th December

The Vienna Festival Ballet: Coppelia CLASSIC CLAPTON Conchord: East Grinstead Royal Poppy Appeal Concert Winter Wonderland Rotary Youth Speaks Roy Orbison and Friends with Barry Steele The Ultimate Tribute to the Sensational 70s Table9 Productions and MM Musicals: All Shook Up

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