Theatre and Arts
CHEQUER MEAD EAST GRINSTEAD
JUNE - SEPTEMBER
THEATRE GUIDE
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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 info@chequermead.org.uk
Registered Charity Number: 1108890 Registered Office: East Court Mansion, College Lane, East Grinstead, West Sussex RH19 3LT
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WELCOME... ...to our new season at Chequer Mead! I hope that you will enjoy the many shows and events in the coming months. A registered charity, Chequer Mead is the only purpose-built arts centre between London and the South Coast, fulfilling the needs of theatre goers and the arts in the south east. Many shows sell out quickly so be sure to contact the Box Office as soon as possible to secure the best seats. Happy theatre going! Hannah Kester – Centre Manager As a charity (Charity no: 1108890) Chequer Mead gratefully acknowledges the generous financial support it receives from its sponsor, East Grinstead Town Council.
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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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• Receive regular newsletters including early information on forthcoming events • Take part in exclusive social events • Receive concessions on many show tickets • Chances to win FREE show tickets Pick up a leaflet and application form at the Chequer Mead Box Office or visit www.chequermead.org.uk.
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box office: 01342 302000 www.chequermead.org.uk Would you like to 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.
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ESSENCE PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS
THE ESSENCE OF IRELAND TUESDAY 24TH MAY AT 7.45PM The critically acclaimed show “Essence of Ireland” has joined forces with The Roy Castle Fund to raise money for Cancer Research UK. This exclusive “Green Tie and Tiara” evening will be hosted by a celebrity guest and will give theatre goers the chance to watch the wonderful “Essence of Ireland” while donating to this great charity at the same time.
“If you liked Riverdance, Lord of the Dance, and Spirit of the Dance, you will love this show, because it’s even better!” Southampton Echo Tickets: £50.00 (Includes canapés, glass of champagne on arrival, auction and raffle & celebrity guests) www.essenceofireland.co.uk www.roycastlefund.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 telephone Mandy, Paul or Roger on 01342 324860.
For Outside and Conference Catering we are the experts.
JazzCafé
Sit back, relax and enjoy the best of live Jazz Cafe combined with the finest bistro menus at our regular Jazz Cafe evenings. Open from 7.00pm. Thursday 30th June
The Sussex Jazz Kings
Wednesday 27th July
New Orleans Echoes
Wednesday 28th September
New Orleans Echoes
Tickets: Entry £5. Please reserve a table for a meal by calling Mandy, Roger or Paul on 01342 324860. Bistro menu available.
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WEEKLY DROP-IN Life Drawing Classes Mondays 6th June - 1st August, recommencing 19th September (except Bank Holidays) Our aim is to offer artists of all levels an abilities the facility to drop in without prior arrangement for a two hour life drawing session. Drawing boards and easels are available and artists are welcome to bring their own equipment. Models may be clothed or unclothed participants should be 18 and over. ÂŁ10 per session
CHEQUER MEAD YOUTH THEATRE
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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.
SUMMER TERM 2011 Term Dates Wednesdays 27th April – 20th July (no session half term 1st June) - 12 sessions Early Bird Promotion - PAY on the FIRST session of term to take advantage of our early bird discount. Fees paid after the first session will be at the normal term fee rate. Juniors
ages 7-11 4.00-5.00 pm
Term Fees £ 90.00 Early Bird £ 75.60
Inters
ages 11-13 5.00-6.00 pm
Term Fees £ 90.00 Early Bird £ 75.60
Seniors
ages 14-18 6.00-7.30 pm
Term Fees £135.00 Early Bird £113.40
Term Fees payable to WhirlyGigArts Ltd - cheques or cash only.
Chequer Mead Youth Theatre is part of
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For further information please contact Pete Allen 07786 803660 or Sue Palmer-Jones 07725 022 132 Email CMYT@madasahatter.plus.com
box office: 01342 302000 www.chequermead.org.uk 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. 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. For all booking enquiries, please call the administration office on 01342 325577. Technical Hire Our technical department has a wide range of lighting, sound, audio visual and stage equipment available to hire outside of Chequer Mead at competitive daily and weekly rates. For more information, please email info@chequermead.org.uk or phone our Technical department on 01342 325577. 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.
Magical Family Panto! COMPANY OF FRIENDS PRESENTS
Saturday December 17th Friday December 30th
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OP www .thea SUND EN AU D trefr AY Don't miss iend 10T ITIONS s.com H J ! this spectacular for m ULY family pantomime featuring ore i nfo ABBIE LOMAX as Snow White and MICHAEL SPENCER as Queen Morgiana, Snow White’s wicked stepmother. Comedy in abundance, stunning sets and costumes and great entertainment for kids of all ages! Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs promises to be yet another fantastic Chequer Mead pantomime from Company of Friends! TICKETS: £15.00 CONCESSIONS: £13.50 FAMILY: £52.00 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL OFFER – ALL TICKETS BOUGHT BY 1ST OCTOBER £13.00
PERFORMANCES Saturday December 17th Sunday December 18th Monday December 19th Tuesday December 20th Wednesday December 21st Thursday December 22nd Friday December 23rd Saturday December 24th Christmas Day Boxing Day Tuesday December 27th Wednesday December 28th Thursday December 29th Friday December 30th
1.30pm 5.30pm 1.30pm 5.30pm No Performances No Performances 5.30pm only 1.30pm 5.30pm 1.30pm 5.30pm 11.00am 2.30pm No Performances No Performances 5.30pm only 1.30pm 5.30pm 1.30pm 5.30pm 1.30pm only
EVENTS OVERVIEW SPRING 2011 BORN TO PERFORM PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS
“ADORED” THE MUSICAL FRIDAY 3RD AND SATURDAY 4TH JUNE AT 2.00PM AND 7.00PM ‘Adored’ is a new rock musical. Set in 1960’s America, it tells the story of Ivan Glorious, a vain, narcissistic fool who, for some reason is loved, worshiped and adored by all who meet him. The show is light hearted and is sure to capture the imagination of all! All tickets: £12.50 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860
GUITAR ANTHEMS SATURDAY 11TH JUNE AT 7.30PM Celebrating some of the greatest guitar-based songs ever written, from Clapton to Queen, Pink Floyd to Dire Straits and many more - guaranteed to have you singing along, tapping your feet and reaching for your air guitar. Tickets: £16.00 Concessions: £14.00 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860 CHEQUER MEAD FRIENDS PRESENTS
AN EVENING WITH GERARD KENNY IN SUPPORT OF THE WORK OF CHEQUER MEAD FRIENDS
SATURDAY 18TH JUNE AT 8.00PM The international songwriter, (New York New York So Good They Named it Twice), singer and pianist has worked with artists including Billy Joel, Barry Manilow, Perry Como, Johnny Mathis, Shirley Bassey and Jack Jones. His previous concerts have helped Chequer Mead Friends to buy a Piano, the curtains in the restaurant and a cyclorama! Tickets: £17.00 Pensioners: £15.00 Chequer Mead Friends: £14.00
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box office: 01342 302000 www.chequermead.org.uk ACOUSTIC SUSSEX PRESENTS
WINE WOMEN AND SONG SUNDAY 19TH JUNE AT 7.30PM What happens when you put three award-winning singer-song writing friends on stage together, with some guitars and a bottle of good cabernet? You get Wine, Women & Song! The three women in question are Suzy Bogguss, Gretchen Peters and Matraca Berg, all CMA winners! Tickets: £20.00 Concessions: £18.50
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CLASSICAL FOLK TUESDAY 21ST JUNE 1.30PM – 2.30PM Classical Folk combine the talents of violinist Andrew Wickens, graduate of The Royal Academy of Music and current member of the Philharmonia Orchestra, and folk musicians Sylvia and Peter Golden. Voice, flute and guitar, their delightful interpretations of Massenet, Schubert, Saint-Saens among others are complemented by traditional and beautiful folk songs and favourite parlour songs. Tickets: £4.00 Concessions: £3.50 £3.00 each concert when buying three concerts in the series Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860 EVENING OF MEDIUMSHIP WITH TV INTERNATIONAL PSYCHIC MEDIUM
NICKY ALAN THURSDAY 23RD JUNE AT 7.30PM Nicky, star of ‘Angels’ the TV series with Gloria Hunniford, has reached first class status as an acclaimed International Psychic Medium. Witness her breathtaking messages from your spirit loved ones. For more information: 0780 438 7083 or visit www.nickyalan.com All Tickets: £15.50 Concessions: Senior Citizens £12.00
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Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860 EAST GRINSTEAD GROUP OF SCHOOLS
(EGGS) MONDAY 27TH AND TUESDAY 28TH JUNE
PRIVATE FUNCTION Following the great success of our extravaganza in 2010, once again all 16 of the East Grinstead Group of Schools have been working together and this two day event will bring many of the pupils together on stage at Chequer Mead to showcase that work. Attendance is by invitation only but a week- long exhibition of the students’ artwork is open for public viewing in the Garden Gallery. Tickets: Free public entry to the exhibition
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JazzCafé THURSDAY 30TH JUNE FROM 7.00PM See page 6 for details
SALTMINE THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS
THE PILGRIM’S PROGRESS FRIDAY 1ST JULY AT 7.30PM A modern dramatisation of the classic tale by John Bunyan. Follow Christian as he sets out on a dangerous adventure, a journey that will see him encounter friends, companions and enemies along the way. Will he ever reach the Heavenly City? Join the Saltmine Theatre Company on the trip of a lifetime. A brand new production for 2011. Suitable for everyone aged 12+. Tickets: £10.00 Concessions: £9.00 Groups of 10 or more £9.00 each
ARIEL COMPANY THEATRE PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS
'TINA TURNER – TRIBUTE ACT' SATURDAY 2ND JULY AT 7.30PM Claude Hopkins (Killer Queen in 'We Will Rock You' here at Chequer Mead) will blow your mind with her outstanding Tina Turner tribute act – the heels, the fishnets, the strut, the lips and the hair, she has it all! All tickets: £15.00 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860
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ARIEL DRAMA ACADEMY SHOWCASE MONDAY 4TH JULY AT 7.30PM On their 5 year anniversary, Ariel Drama Academy is proud to present an evening of Song, Drama, and Dance, celebrating a selection of the Academies’ work throughout the year. LAMDA to Hip Hop to Contemporary dance, this evening will entertain all. www.arielct.co.uk. Tickets: £10.00 Concessions: Pensioners £9.00 Children/Students/Chequer Mead Friends £8.00 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 EUNICE WALTON SCHOOL OF DANCE PRESENTS
BALANCE SATURDAY 9TH JULY AT 2.00PM AND 7.00PM This great show features something for everyone with a variety of dance styles – Ballet, Modern, Jazz and Tap. Tickets: £11.00 Concessions: £9.00 DORMANSLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL PRESENTS
TREASURE ISLAND THURSDAY 14TH JULY AT 7.30PM All Tickets: £7.50 THE MEADS SCHOOL
SUMMER PRODUCTION FRIDAY 15TH JULY AT 7.00PM A fun filled performance. Tickets: Price To Be advised
BULLFROG PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS
THE RHYTHM OF LIFE SATURDAY 16TH JULY AT 6.30PM Bullfrog Productions celebrate the second year of their East Grinstead Youth Group at Chequer Mead with a mix of magical musical theatre moments, hip hop, tap and contemporary classics. Students from 3 to 20 years combine their talents in dance, drama and singing in a stunning show to be enjoyed by all. Tickets: £11.00 Concessions: £9.00 Family: £34.00
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THE ASHGROVE DUO TUESDAY 19TH JULY 1.30PM – 2.30PM Julie Groves and Ashley Hards will be returning to Chequer Mead to give a flute and guitar recital. Enjoy their performance of Latin dances and some classical favourites. Tickets: £4.00 Concessions: £3.50 £3.00 each concert when buying three concerts in the series Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860 BLACKWELL PRIMARY SCHOOL PRESENTS
HOODWINKED WEDNESDAY 20TH JULY AT 7.00PM A fun filled musical performance by KS2 of the traditional Robin Hood story. All Tickets: £4.00
CHOIRPOWER PRESENTS
FEELIN’ GROOVY FRIDAY 22ND JULY AT 7.30 With an extensive repertoire of pop, musical showstoppers, jazz and modern classics, and more than 100 concerts behind them, it’s not surprising that the singers are ‘Feeling Groovy’. Guest musical comedy duo Kennard & Marks round off the perfect summer’s evening. Tickets: £10.00 Concessions: £9.00 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860
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JazzCafé
WEDNESDAY 27TH JULY FROM 7.00PM See page 6 for details
BORN TO PERFORM SUMMER SCHOOL 2011 MONDAY 1ST TO SATURDAY 13TH AUGUST 10.00AM – 4.00PM MUSICAL THEATRE COURSE FEE £185.00 TECHNICAL COURSE FEE £100 (SECOND WEEK ONLY)
An opportunity for young performers between the ages of 6 and 21 to take part in two weeks of workshops and rehearsals culminating in performances of an original show. The summer school team return for the seventh year and invite keen actors, singers and dancers to join them for a fun filled and challenging fortnight. Limited places on a technical course are also available. Visit www.born2perform.org.uk for more information or call director Angela on 07843 201447. There will be matinee and evening performances of the new musical production on Saturday 13th August at 2.30pm and 7.00pm. Not to be missed! Tickets: £10.00 Concessions: £8.00
EGYPTIAN BELLYDANCE WORKSHOP BY HOSSAM & SERENA RAMZY
SATURDAY 6TH AUGUST AT 12.00 AND 15.00 1st Session: An introduction to Egyptian Dance Rhythms and how to dance to each element of the music and beat. A live percussion and instruction by Hossam & Serena. 2nd Session: A Classical Dance Workshop to a magnificent Composition that will bring you closer to the heart of Egyptian dance. Great Moves, New Steps and much more… For further information: Drumzy@btconnect.com or 01342 410800 £25 per workshop or £40 for both
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box office: 01342 302000 www.chequermead.org.uk BULLFROG PRODUCTIONS SUMMER WORKSHOP
OKLAHOMA MONDAY 15TH AUGUST TO SATURDAY 27TH AUGUST Bullfrog Productions returns for another two weeks of Dance, Drama, Singing and fantastic fun. Open to students from 6 years to 20 years. This year’s summer workshop production is ‘Oklahoma’ which contains such all time classics as ‘Oh What a Beautiful Morning’, ‘I Cain’t Say No’ and ‘Surrey with the Fringe on Top’! Final performances: Friday 26th August 7.30pm, Saturday 27th August 2.30 & 7.30pm. For further details and an application form call 01342 322411 or visit our website at www.bullfrogproductions.co.uk Tickets: Adults £12.00 Concessions: £10.00 Family: £38.00
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south coast productions presents
CHAMPAGNE SUPERNOVA AND FRIENDS
HELPING THE HEROES IN AID OF HELP FOR HEROES FRIDAY 9TH SEPTEMBER AT 7.00PM Champagne SuperNova presents a fantastic mix of rock and pop hits, old and new, in aid of H4H. Featuring A Bag Full of Hats with Gemma Dandy and inChoir – the West Sussex rock, pop and soul choir. A great concert for a great cause! www.champagneband.co.uk Tickets: £15.00 Concessions: £13.00 Please note, this performance will be videoed by south coast productions
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THE REAL THING THE “YOU TO ME ARE EVERYTHING” TOUR
SATURDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER AT 8.00PM “You To Me Are Everything“ BRITAIN’S NO 1 LOVE SONG PERFORMED BY BRITAIN’S NUMBER ONE SOUL BAND. Still Featuring three original singers, the Amoo brothers Chris & Eddy and Dave Smith. Feel the force, have a great night and relive the sounds of the 70’s & 80’s Tickets: £20.00 Concessions: £19.00
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box office: 01342 302000 www.chequermead.org.uk THE EAST GRINSTEAD OPERATIC SOCIETY PRESENTS
A CHORUS LINE BY ARRANGEMENT WITH MUSICSCOPE AND STAGE MUSICALS LTD OF NEW YORK.
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15TH TO SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17TH AT 7.30PM EGOS, who last year wowed audiences with 'The Full Monty', bring you another wonderful show: 'A Chorus Line'. Telling the tales of 18 dancers auditioning to be in a chorus line, this show was one of the longest-running ever on Broadway and won nine Tony awards! Contains some adult themes and mild swearing. Tickets:£14.50 Concessions: £13.50 CHEQUER MEAD LUNCHTIME CONCERTS SERIES PRESENTS
SONGS OF YESTERYEAR JOHN NOYCE – BASS – BARITONE ACCOMPANIED BY MARION SCHUSTER ON PIANO
TUESDAY 20 SEPTEMBER AT 1.30PM John has been singing in local choirs for many years being a founder member of Concordia and The Weald Choir of Crawley. He has sung with Bel Canto Opera, Crawley and East Grinstead Opera and Company of Friends. His first big solo venture was singing bass solos in Handel’s Messiah for St. Catherine’s Hospice with choirs from Crawley, East Grinstead, Worth and Reigate. A popular local singer, he also sings with Choirpower and the U3A Choir of East Grinstead. In his spare time John entertains with recitals, poems and songs at local care homes, day centre’s, clubs and charity concerts in the local area. Tickets: £4.00 Concessions: £3.50 £3.00 each concert when buying three concerts in the series Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860
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SMILE PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS
ABSOLUTE BOWIE SATURDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER AT 7.30PM Europe’s Premier Bowie Tribute Band – a 5 piece band faithfully interpreting the music of David Bowie with uncanny accuracy. They will take you on a musical journey through the ever changing phases of Bowie’s music and fashion with incredible attention to detail. All Tickets: £15.00
JazzCafé WEDNESDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER FROM 7.00PM See page 6 for details
DARKEST STAR PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS
ROY ORBISON AND FRIENDS 75 SPECIAL
CLASS OF 63 THURSDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER AT 7.30PM Barry Steele puts the rock back into “Roy Orbison” as he takes to the stage to celebrate Roy Orbison’s 75th birthday. Barry’s fabulous five piece show band will perform hits from The Shadows, Ray Charles and Jerry Lee Lewis., plus appearances from our very special guests The Beatles and Michael King as Billy Fury. Tickets: £17.00 Chequer Mead Friends: £16.00
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GREENWOOD AND PRICE PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS
BACK TO BROADWAY…. A MUSICAL THEATRE EXPERIENCE FRIDAY 30TH SEPTEMBER AT 7.30PM Five world class performers from the West End and National Opera Companies bring you songs from the musicals ….. including Oklahoma, Spamalot, Jesus Christ Superstar, Les Miserables …. And many more! www.backtobroadway.co.uk Tonight’s performance supports:
Tickets: £16.00 Senior citizens: £15.00 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860
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HAIRDRESSING
Free one to one consultation on your cut and colour
Tel: 01342 305201
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THE GREENSTEDE GALLERY The Greenstede Gallery is a popular exhibition space for both professional and amateur artists working in all media. Fully refurbished in 2009 with new lighting it is the perfect venue for showing art at its very best.
THE GARDEN GALLERY The Garden Gallery is a more informal space that provides a “shop window� for local artists. Located along a glass corridor overlooking a wonderful garden, it is the ideal space for showing works at their finest. BOTH GALLERIES ARE AVAILABLE TO HIRE with concessionary rates available for community, charities and local schools. For more information, please phone the centre office on 01342 325577. Refurbished in 2009 thanks to support from: Chequer Mead Friends, West Sussex County Council, Gatwick Airport Community Trust, Mid Sussex County Council and local artists and individuals.
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OPEN MONDAY TO SATURDAY
ADMISSION FREE
EAST GRINSTEAD ART SOCIETY ANNUAL ART SHOW THURSDAY 2ND JUNE – WEDNESDAY 15TH JUNE
Meet the artists exhibiting and perhaps even join our friendly club. Open 10.00am – 5.00pm with some evenings. For more information contact: Jean Mendez 01342 315225
I'M SORRY FOR OFFERING YOU MY CONFUSION FRIDAY 17TH JUNE – WEDNESDAY 22ND JUNE
Oil paintings and collages by local artist Jane Tyler hang side by side as an intriguing visual autobiography. Humour, mischief and emotion are conveyed through inventive images of relationships, ageing bodies, anger management, uncanny monkeys and Spanish plates. 'My work is about me, my life, my insecurities and experiences, good and bad, the people I meet and general observations.'
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box office: 01342 302000 www.chequermead.org.uk EAST GRINSTEAD EMBROIDERERS GUILD THURSDAY 23RD – WEDNESDAY 29TH JUNE
An exhibition of work by the East Grinstead Branch of the Embroiderers' Guild showing the diversity of interests and abilities within the group and including samples of work from workshops we have run and from previous group projects undertaken on behalf of local organisations and charities
SACKVILLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE SUMMER EXHIBITION THURSDAY 30TH JUNE – WEDNESDAY 13TH JULY
A Level and GCSE students celebrate by displaying a selection of painting, sculpture and photography at the annual public art exhibition. Many of our senior students will go on to work in the field of Art Craft and Design. Some of the paintings which you see on display have also been hung at the annual schools exhibition at the Mall gallery in London
JENNY DOYLE FRIDAY 15TH JULY – WEDNESDAY 27TH JULY
This exhibition celebrates the 1970’s hit comedy show The Goodies. Featuring fan-art produced by Jenny Doyle. With tribute images from episodes and some new fan-fiction ideas. Come along laugh and enjoy The Goodies in this new Art show!
FESTIVAL! FESTIVAL! FESTIVAL! THURSDAY 4TH AUGUST – WEDNESDAY 17TH AUGUST
The People's Exhibition - a chance to show your work in Arts Festival Week
KENT POTTERS ASSOCIATION THURSDAY 2ND SEPTEMBER TO TUESDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER
An exciting exhibition of the latest ceramic work, for sale, and specially selected from over 200 professional and amateur potters and sculptors who make up this vibrant and active group..
SEEING THROUGH THE EYES FRIDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER – WEDNESDAY 21ST SEPTEMBER
Paintings and drawings that weave precisely observed appearances into the depth, music and poetry of our inner lives. Media include oil, egg-tempera, gouache, ink and pastel.
OTHER 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 info@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 We accept most credit and debit cards – please note that we charge a £1.50 Booking Fee per transaction for card bookings and this includes postage. There is no Booking Fee for cash and cheque payments – please make cheques payable to “Chequer Mead Community Arts Centre” and include a SAE. Please inform the Box Office at time of booking if you wish to collect your tickets in person. Once purchased, regrettably tickets cannot be exchanged nor can money be refunded in any circumstances. In the event of a sell out we will attempt to resell your tickets, but we cannot guarantee a resale.
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.
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.
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BULLFROG
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For all your Musical Needs from Rock to the Classics
15 – 17 Ship Street East Grinstead West Sussex Tel: 01342 315602
www.bullfrogmusic.co.uk HEARING IMPAIRED PATRONS The auditorium has an infrared induction loop system for customers with a T switch on their hearing aid. The pavilion has a loop system only. Free of charge infrared headsets are available at the Box Office.
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.
REGULAR HIRERS ARIEL DRAMA ACADEMY (Ariel Company Theatre) Ariel provides outstanding opportunities for young performers. Success in dance and the theatre begins where everyone can realise their true potential. For further details please Contact 01444 250407 www.arieldramaplus.co.uk
BEGINNERS PILATES CLASSES Every Thursday (term-time) 11.00am – 12 noon. Pilates offers strengthening of the back and abdominals, It improves posture, flexibility, balance and helps reduce stress. Contact Marion Watson on 01342 322644
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 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. Classes on Wednesdays:
Juniors aged 7 – 11 years: 4.00pm – 5.00pm Inters aged 11 – 14 years: 5.00pm – 6.00pm Seniors aged 14 – 18 years: 6.00pm – 7.30pm
Contact Pete Allen 07786 803660 or Sue Palmer-Jones 07725 022132
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 01342 824215 / 07767 832049 or email: leighkw58@homecall.co.uk
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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
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
HATHA YOGA AND RELAXATION CLASS Every Tuesday 7.45-9.15pm. All levels are welcome including beginners. Wear comfortable layered clothing, with socks. Feel free to call Tracey on 07885 285294 with any questions.
KAMON MARTIAL ARTS FEDERATION Wing Chun Kung Fu is on offer on a Thursday evening between 7.30pm & 9pm. For further details Tel: 01342 328753 or visit www.KamonWingChun.com
Meridian FM Your Radio, your Station is also your voice in your Community! Tune in to hear from local people about local issues contact us on 01342 328825 or call the studio direct 01342 325222
www.meridianfm.com See our website for up to date info on all that’s happening around town!
REGULAR HIRERS CONTINUED LIFE DRAWING SESSIONS Mondays: 11am – 1pm in the Studio during term time only. No pre-booking required – why not just drop in? Models may be clothed or unclothed. Admission £10.00 per session. For further details Tel: Box Office 01342 302000
MEDITATION CLASSES Mondays 7:30-9pm (drop-in) Meditation is medicine for the mind. Becoming more peaceful and positive brings great benefits and enables us to transform our life by changing our mind. All welcome! Fees: £5 per class. For further details Tel: 01273 732917 or www.meditateinbrighton.com/eastgrinstead
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS If you feel you have a drug problem, we meet regularly on Thursday evenings at 7.30pm. Contact Keith on 07939 559359
RSK KARATE Classes every Wednesday from 6.30pm to 8.00pm. Contact Rhys Williams Tel: 01444 241625 or 07812 834112
SLIMMING WORLD Slimming Club every Wednesday 7.00pm – 8.30pm 52 weeks a year. For further information please phone Brigitte Lipiatt on 07772 147369
TAPPIN’ TIME Fun Adult tap dancing classes. Mondays in the Studio. 8.00pm – 9.00pm For more info call 07825 568337
TATTY BUMPKIN Yoga for children aged 2-6 with stories, fun, music & movement. Wednesdays 10.00am – 10.45am. For more information call: 0845 680 5157 or email classes@midsussex.tattybumpkin.com
WEIGHT WATCHERS Meetings every Thursday 6pm – 7.30pm For more information: please contact Sally Davison 01342 718603
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. We want you to want to work out, to love working out, to get hooked. For more info: email Vhayeszumba@googlemail.com or call 07974 105554. www.vickyhayesworkouts.co.uk
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CHEQUER MEAD
Fancy Dress& STAGE COSTUME
H I R E 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
WHAT’S ON AT A GLANCE! JUNE Born to Perform Productions: Adored the Musical Guitar Anthems CM Friends: An evening with Gerard Kenny Acoustic Sussex: Wine Women and Song CM Lunchtime Concerts Series: Classical Folk Medium Nicky Alan Dance Queens of the Nile East Grinstead Group of Schools (EGGS) Cuisine Studio: Jazz Cafe
Friday and Saturday 3rd & 4th June Saturday 11th June Saturday 18th June Sunday 19th June Tuesday 21st June Thursday 23rd June Saturday 25th June Monday & Tuesday 27th & 28th June Thursday 30th June
JULY Saltmine Theatre Company: The Pilgrim’s Progress Ariel Company Theatre: Tina Turner – Tribute Act Ariel Company Theatre: Ariel Drama Academy Showcase Eunice Walton School of Dance: Balance Dormansland Primary School: Treasure Island The Meads School Summer Production Bullfrog Productions: The Rhythm of Life CM Lunchtime Concerts Series: The Ashgrove Duo Blackwell Primary School: Hoodwinked Choirpower: Feelin’ Groovy Cuisine Studio : Jazz Cafe
Friday 1st July Saturday 2nd July Monday 4th July Saturday 9th July Thursday 14th July Friday 15th July Saturday 16th July Tuesday 19th July Wednesday 20th July Friday 22nd July Wednesday 27th
AUGUST Born To Perform Summer School Egyptian Belly dance Workshops Bullfrog Productions Summer Workshop: Oklahoma
SEPTEMBER Green Room Theatre Company: Glorious south coast productions: Champagne SuperNova And Friends The Real Thing: The “You To Me Are Everything” Tour EGOS: A Chorus Line CM Lunchtime Concerts Series: John Noyce Smile Productions: Absolute Bowie Cuisine Studio: Jazz Cafe Darkest Star Productions: Roy Orbison and Friends Greenwood and Price Productions: Back to Broadway
Mon to Sat 1st to 13th August Performances: Saturday 13th August Saturday 6th August Mon to Sat 15th to 27th August Performances: Fri & Sat 26th & 27th August
Friday and Saturday 2nd & 3rd September Friday 9th September Saturday 10th September Thurs to Sat Sept 15th to Sat 17th Tuesday 20 September Saturday 24th September Wednesday 28th September Thursday 29th September Friday 30th September