Chequer Mead Brochure - June to September 2012 by Chequer Mead Theatre

Theatre and Arts

CHEQUER MEAD EAST GRINSTEAD

JUNE - SEPTEMBER

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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

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

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

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! 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. Chequer Mead acts as an agent for all events

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CHEQUER MEAD PRESENTS

Olde Tyme Music Hall PRODUCED FOR CHEQUER MEAD THEATRE BY COMPANY OF FRIENDS

Thursday 1st November to Saturday 3rd November at 7.30pm PLUS SATURDAY MATINEE

3rd November 2.30pm MIRTH & MERRIMENT GALORE! GORGEOUS GAIETY GIRLS! • DRAMATIC INTERLUDES! OLD FAVOURITES! • FANCY DRESS PRIZES! New Material never seen before at this price range! All your favourite funnies! A Tremendous Treat for the whole family! ALL PROCEEDS TO CHEQUER MEAD

Tickets: £14.00

Concessions £12.50

SPECIAL EARLY BIRD OFFER: TICKETS SOLD BY 1ST SEPTEMBER £12.00

Why not book an Olde Tyme supper before the show by calling the Cuisine Studio 01342 324860

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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

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JazzCafé See diary for dates

WEEKLY DROP-IN Life Drawing Classes MONDAYS (except Bank Holidays) SUMMER: 23rd April - 23rd July 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.

£10 per session

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

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.

SUMMER TERM 2012 Term Dates 13 sessions Wednesdays 18th April – 18th July (no session half term 6th June) Early Bird Promotion - Pay on or by the first session of term and take advantage of our early bird discount. Fees paid after the first session will be at the normal term fee rate. Juniors Inters

ages 5-7 4.00-4.30 pm ages 8-13 4.30-6.00 pm

Per Session £5.00 Term Fees £195.00 Early Bird £122.85

Seniors

ages 14-18 6.00-7.30 pm

Term Fees £195.00 Early Bird £122.85

Inters Performance Date: 6th July “Uncle Tom’s Cabins” 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. 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

21st – 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!

Tickets: £15.00 Concessions: £13.50 Family: £54.00

SPECIAL EARLY BIRD OFFER All tickets sold before 1st October £13.00! 8

box office: 01342 302000 www.chequermead.org.uk LEE MASON PRESENTS

LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL FRIDAY 1ST JUNE AT 7.30PM West End’s Lee Mason stars in the fabulous Let the Good Times Roll. This journey takes you through the adored music of the 50s and 60s! Put your gladrags on and take a trip down memory lane for an experience you'll never forget! Tickets: £16.00 Concessions: Pensioners and Chequer Mead Friends £15.00 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860 PURPLE DREAMS PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS A COMEDY WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY TOBIAS NICHOLLS

KISSING ANGELS SATURDAY 9TH JUNE AT 7.30PM Angel has the perfect life – fame, fortune and a very wealthy fiancé. But when her fiancé is killed off, Angel finds her superficial life falling away! Only the school friend she used to bully, a slightly crazed stalker and a mysterious stranger will give her the time of day. Tickets: £12.00 Concessions: £11.00 CUISINE STUDIO PRESENTS

JazzCafé WEDNESDAY 13TH JUNE OPEN FROM 7.00PM

Sit back, relax and enjoy the best of live Jazz combined with the finest bistro menus at our regular Jazz Café evenings Bistro menu available. Tickets: Entry £5.00 Please reserve a table for a meal by calling Mandy, Roger or Paul on 01342 324860

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CHEQUER MEAD EVENTS GUIDE

SEARCHLIGHT THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS

CHARIOT: THE ERIC LIDDELL STORY THURSDAY 14TH JUNE AND FRIDAY 15TH JUNE AT 7.30PM The inspiring story of Eric Liddell, Scotland’s finest Olympic Athlete, who ran with purpose in all areas of his life with a desire to win and to be honourable to God. Tickets: £12.00 Concessions: £8.00 one in ten free

FORTITUDE ACADEMY PRESENTS

TAEKWON-DO EXTRAVAGANZA SATURDAY 16TH JUNE Private function

KEITH JAMES PRESENTS

THE GREAT CANADIAN SONGBOOK MONDAY 18TH JUNE AT 8.00PM

Personal interpretations of the music of Joni Mitchell, Neil Young and Leonard Cohen An intimate solo concert with music of such integrity that it flows from the innermost wellspring of human spirit. All Tickets: £15.00

box office: 01342 302000 www.chequermead.org.uk CHEQUER MEAD LUNCHTIME CONCERTS SERIES PRESENTS

MIYUKI KATO – PIANO TUESDAY 19TH JUNE 1.30PM - 2.30PM Miyuki has given a number of concerts in Wales, England and Japan. These include a recital in St Martin in the Fields and an interlude performance in a service of thanksgiving for Sir Hardy Amies at St James’s Church, Piccadilly. She won fourth prize at the International Piano Competition in Gargano, Italy in 2003, and first prize at the National Eisteddfod in 2004. She was awarded a diploma at the London International Music Competition in August 2005. 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 SOPHIE EASTWOOD DANCE ACADEMY PRESENTS

THE TALE OF THE SECRET BEANSTALK THURSDAY 28TH JUNE AND FRIDAY 29TH JUNE AT 7PM SATURDAY 30TH JUNE AT 2.30PM AND 7PM

The Children of the Sophie Eastwood Dance Academy, Forest Row, are proud to present the “Tale of the Secret Beanstalk”. Come and enjoy this original and enchanting story told through the beautifully choreographed dances with inspiring music and sparkling costumes - Wonderful entertainment for the whole family. Tickets: £10.00 Concessions: £8.00 Family £34.00 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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CHEQUER MEAD LUNCHTIME CONCERTS SERIES PRESENTS

ROSE ANDREISER AND CLAIRE DENIZ – CELLO AND GUITAR TUESDAY 3RD JULY AT 1.30PM Rose Andresier has an international reputation having performed, broadcast and taught in over twelve countries. Clare Deniz has an established reputation in both the UK and the EU performing in festivals, music societies and clubs. The duo, recognised as the original cello and guitar duo, have performed widely most notably at the Hebden Bridge and Guildford Festivals. 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 CMYT PRESENT

UNCLE TOM’S CABINS WRITTEN AND CREATED BY THE CAST FRIDAY JULY 6TH AT 7.30PM Following the success of ‘Cold Comfort Farm’ and ‘Son of a Preacher Man,’ Chequer Mead Youth Theatre presents ‘Uncle Tom’s Cabins’, a tale of holiday camp intrigues, world domination and knobbly knees! Tickets: £10.00 Concessions: £8.50 each for groups of 4+ Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860

YOUTH PRODUCTION JC VOCALS PRESENTS

STUDENTS' SUMMER SHOW SATURDAY 7TH JULY AT 7:30PM This year sees the 7th annual JC Vocals show. It promises to be an exciting evening with students old and new performing a wide variety of songs, from the latest chart hits, to songs from the shows and more! Tickets: £9.50 Concessions: £8.50 JC Vocals Students: £5.00 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860

box office: 01342 302000 www.chequermead.org.uk YOUTH PRODUCTION ARIEL DRAMA ACADEMY PRESENTS

ARIEL DRAMA ACADEMY SHOWCASE MONDAY 9TH JULY AT 7.30PM Ariel Drama Academy is proud to present an evening of Song, Drama, and Dance, the Academy’s work throughout the year. LAMDA to Hip Hop to Contemporary dance, this evening will entertain all. www.arielct.co.uk. All Tickets: £10.00

YOUTH PRODUCTION DORMANSLAND SCHOOL PRESENTS

SCHEHERAZADE TUESDAY 10TH JULY AT 7.30PM All Tickets: £7.50

YOUTH PRODUCTION BULLFROG PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

SWEET CHARITY FRIDAY 13TH JULY AND SATURDAY 14TH JULY AT 7.30PM Taxi dancer Charity continues to have faith in the human race despite apparently endless disappointments at its hands, and hopes that she will finally meet the nice young man to romance her away from her sleazy life. Tickets: £12.00 Concessions: Children £10.00 Family £39.00 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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YOUTH PRODUCTION BULLFROG PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

SATURDAY 14TH JULY AT 2.00PM An enchanted story of a princess with long tangled hair who is put in a tower by a wicked witch, until she is found by a handsome prince! Based on the film ‘Tangled’. Tickets: £8.00 Concessions: Child £6.00 Family £25.00 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860

YOUTH PRODUCTION WEST HOATHLY CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL PRESENTS:

A GOLDEN GRECIAN ODYSSEY MONDAY 16TH JULY AT 7.00PM Scenes and Sounds from Ancient Greece

All tickets: £6.50

YOUTH PRODUCTION BLACKWELL PRIMARY SCHOOL PRESENTS

A SUMMER PRODUCTION WEDNESDAY 18TH JULY AT 7.00PM Tickets: To be confirmed CHOIRPOWER PRESENTS

“DIAMONDS” FRIDAY 20TH JULY AT 7.30PM

Choirpower are looking forward to entertaining their audience this year with some lovely music and a few very modern arrangements. “Diamonds” is their tribute to the Queen’s jubilee and she may be able to hear the choir all the way back to “Buck House”! Tickets: £10.00 Concessions: £8.00 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860

box office: 01342 302000 www.chequermead.org.uk YOUTH PRODUCTION HEATHFIELD SCHOOL OF DANCE PRESENTS

PURE IMAGINATION SATURDAY 21ST JULY AT 3.00PM AND 6.30PM Tickets: £12.50 Concessions: £10.50

CUISINE STUDIO PRESENTS

JazzCafé THURSDAY 26TH JULY OPEN FROM 7.00PM

YOUTH PRODUCTION BORN 2 PERFORM PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

BORN 2 PERFORM

SUMMER SCHOOL 2012 SATURDAY 11TH AUGUST AT 2.30PM AND 7.00PM.

Born 2 Perform Productions will be holding their annual summer school from the 30th of July until the 10th of August, there will be two performances on the 11th of August at 2:30pm and 7:00pm. For two action fun packed weeks, either on stage or behind the scenes please visit: www.born2perform.org.uk for more information or email info@born2perform.org.uk Show Tickets: £10.00 Concessions: £8.00 Chequer Mead acts as an agent for all events

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YOUTH PRODUCTION BULLFROG PRODUCTIONS SUMMER SCHOOL PRESENTS

HONK! FRIDAY 24TH AUGUST AT 7.30PM SATURDAY 25TH AUGUST 2.00PM & 7.00PM

“You’d be quackers to miss it!” Hans Christian Andersen’s classic tale has been transformed into a modern musical comedy for all the family. From the moment ‘Ugly’ is hatched by the duck pond, the show brims with charm, witty lyrics, catchy songs and a cast of ducks, geese, turkeys, bullfrogs and an indefatigable cat! Tickets: £12.00 Concessions: Children £10.00 Family £39.00

THE BLUNTER BROTHERS – CLASSIC FUNK AND SOUL SATURDAY 1ST SEPTEMBER AT 7.45PM

This brilliant show pays tribute to James Brown, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles and many, many more classic stars of Rock and Soul. Played how it should be.... How it used to be! www.bluntersbrothers.co.uk Tickets: £12.00 Concessions: £8.00 One in ten free Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860

box office: 01342 302000 www.chequermead.org.uk SUE FLIGHT PRESENTS

SEASONAL SENSATIONS AN EVENING OF FLORAL ART IN AID OF ALZHEIMER’S RESEARCH THURSDAY 6TH SEPTEMBER AT 7.30PM

Sue’s love of flowers and plant material has found her competing all over the world. She gained gold and silver gilt medals at the prestigious Chelsea Flower Show. Sue lives, works and teaches locally Tickets: £13.00 Concessions: £12.00 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860

THE BLUES BAND FRIDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER AT 7.30PM

Paul Jones ~ Dave Kelly ~ Tom McGuinness ~ Gary Fletcher ~ Rob Townsend In their thirty fourth year The Blues Band bring their new album 'Few Short Lines' to Chequer Mead. An evening of classics and originals but all superb Rhythm and Blues... All Tickets: £24.00 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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EAST GRINSTEAD OPERATIC SOCIETY

GUYS AND DOLLS THURSDAY 13TH - SATURDAY 15TH SEPTEMBER AT 7.30PM PLUS SATURDAY MATINEE 15TH SEPTEMBER AT 2.30PM For their 90th anniversary year,EGOS bring you one of the best-loved musicals ever! Enjoy the wonderful music and dancing as you watch gambler Sky Masterson try to win a bet that he can take a Salvation Army doll to Havana! Meanwhile, Adelaide has been engaged to Nathan Detroit for 14 years, will they ever make it to the altar? Tickets: £14.50 Concessions: £13.50 Family Ticket : £50.00 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860

CHEQUER MEAD LUNCHTIME CONCERTS SERIES PRESENTS

JOHN NOYCE – ‘SONGS OF YESTERYEAR’ WITH MARION SHUSTER TUESDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER 1.30 – 2.30PM 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.

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

box office: 01342 302000 www.chequermead.org.uk CUISINE STUDIO PRESENTS

JazzCafé THURSDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER OPEN FROM 7.00PM

ABSOLUTE BOWIE FRIDAY 21ST 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 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860

YOUTH PRODUCTION ARIEL COMPANY THEATRE YOUNG ACTORS PRESENT

MISS SAIGON SCHOOL EDITION TUESDAY 25TH – SATURDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER AT 7.15PM PLUS SATURDAY MATINEE AT 2.00PM A musical by ALAIN BOUBLIL and CLAUDE-MICHEL SCHÖNBERG Original London production by Cameron Mackintosh School Edition specially adapted and licensed by arrangement with Josef Weinberger Theatre on behalf of Music Theatre International and Cameron Mackintosh. In this specially adapted version of MISS SAIGON, the creators of LES MISÉRABLES bring Puccini’s Madame Butterfly to the modern world in a moving testament to the human spirit and a scathing indictment of the tragedies of war. Performed entirely by Tickets: £10.00 to £16.00 Ariel Young Actors www.arielct.co.uk Chequer Mead acts as an agent for all events

SEASONS OF THE HEART – A TRIBUTE TO JOHN DENVER SUNDAY 30TH SEPTEMBER AT 8.00PM Remember timeless favourites like Annie’s Song and Take Me Home Country Roads? What John Denver was to the 1970s Ivor George stunningly recreates today in his one-man tribute show. Ivor looks, sounds and acts like Denver: with pictures, anecdotes, earthy humour, and charm he brings to the stage 27 authentic presentations of John’s best-known songs. Tickets: £13.50 Concessions: £11.50 Cuisine Studio: To reserve a table for a pre–theatre meal please ring 01342 324860

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.

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. 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. 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. Chequer Mead acts as an agent for all events

WHAT’S ON IN THE GREENSTEDE GALLERY

OPEN MONDAY TO SATURDAY

ADMISSION FREE

EAST GRINSTEAD ART SOCIETY THURSDAY 14TH JUNE FROM NOON – WEDNESDAY 20TH JUNE

Come and enjoy East Grinstead Art Society’s Summer Art Show. Meet the artists and perhaps even join our friendly club. For more information contact: Jean Mendez 01342 315225

SACKVILLE SCHOOL MONDAY 2ND JULY TO THURSDAY 12TH JULY

Summer Exhibition from the pupils of Sackville School

ZHEN – SHAN – REN INTERNATIONAL ART EXHIBITION THURSDAY 19TH JULY – FRIDAY 1ST AUGUST

Truthfulness – Compassion – Tolerance are the characteristics of the universe, the cornerstones of human morality, and the foundations of peace and freedom. They transcend time and space, culture, religion and politics. These artists’ works glorify the divine and grapple with questions of good and evil.

box office: 01342 302000 www.chequermead.org.uk ROBERT MELDRUM NEW PAINTINGS SUMMER 2012 FRIDAY 3RD AUGUST – WEDNESDAY 15TH AUGUST

New work, exploring figurative abstraction around Sussex and South London involving Cars, Boys and Girls, Plazas and 1970s Chrome colours.

EAST GRINSTEAD CAMERA CLUB FRIDAY 31ST AUGUST – WEDNESDAY 5TH SEPTEMBER

East Grinstead Camera Club will be marking the start of its 58th year with our (now) annual photographic exhibition. Come join us for a public reception on the exhibition's opening night and meet our members while you enjoy the images...landscapes, nature, portraits, sports and more...and a little live music! We're always looking for new faces to join us.

BLUE TULIP FRIDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER – WEDNESDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER

"Wall of Weather" is Blue Tulips' 3rd exhibition at Chequer Mead. The artists' inspiration was the British weather, in all its unpredictability. For your enjoyment, come rain or shine, their work will be exhibited from the 7th to the 19th September (gallery closed on Sundays). Come and meet the artists on Saturday 8th September.

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.

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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 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.

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.

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

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. 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. Chequer Mead acts as an agent for all events

REGULAR HIRERS 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 5 – 7 years: 4.00pm – 4.30pm Inters aged 8 – 13 years: 4.30pm – 6.00pm Seniors aged 14 – 21 years: 6.00pm – 7.30pm Contact Pete Allen 07786 803660 or Sue Palmer-Jones 07725 022132 or email: enquiries@wgarts.co.uk For further info visit www.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

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

box office: 01342 302000 www.chequermead.org.uk 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: 16th January to 2nd April 12 sessions; 23rd April to 23rd July 12 sessions (Not 7th May or 4th June) 11am – 1pm in the Studio during term time only. No pre-booking required – why not just drop in? Models may be clothed or unclothed. Bring your own art materials. Admission £10.00 per session. For further details Tel: Box Office 01342 302000

LITTLE ONES BALLET Ballet classes for toddlers, pre-school and primary children. Have fun, develop movement skills, improve posture and coordination and learn the basic ballet steps. Encourage imagination and self expression with the use of props in creative dances run by an experienced and fully qualified dance teacher. Classes starting in September. Tuesday and Wednesday 2 - 4pm ½ hr classes. Contact Annabel Scott 07977 007076 email: 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.

RSK KARATE Classes every Wednesday from 6.30pm to 8.00pm. Contact Rhys Williams Tel: 01444 241625 or 07812 834112 Chequer Mead acts as an agent for all events

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 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

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

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

WHAT’S ON AT A GLANCE! JUNE LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL KISSING ANGELS JAZZ CAFÉ CHARIOT: The Eric Liddell Story FORTITUDE ACADEMY THE GREAT CANADIAN SONGBOOK MIYUKI KATO – Piano THE TALE OF THE SECRET BEANSTALK JULY ROSE ANDREISER AND CLAIRE DENIZ CMYT - UNCLE TOM’S CABINS JC VOCALS: STUDENTS' SUMMER SHOW ARIEL DRAMA ACADEMY SHOWCASE DORMANSLAND SCHOOL: SCHEHERAZADE BULLFROG PRODUCTIONS: SWEET CHARITY BULLFROG PRODUCTIONS: RAPUNZEL A GOLDEN GRECIAN ODYSSEY BLACKWELL PRIMARYSCHOOL CHOIRPOWER: “DIAMONDS” HEATHFIELD SCHOOL OF DANCE JAZZ CAFÉ AUGUST BORN 2 PERFORM SUMMER SCHOOL BULLFROG SUMMER SCHOOL: HONK! SEPTEMBER THE BLUNTER BROTHERS SEASONAL SENSATIONS - Floral art THE BLUES BAND GUYS AND DOLLS JOHN NOYCE - ‘Songs of Yesteryear’ JAZZ CAFÉ ABSOLUTE BOWIE MISS SAIGON-SCHOOLS EDITION SEASONS OF THE HEART

Friday 1st June at 7.30pm Saturday 9th June at 7.30pm Wednesday 13th June from 7.00pm Thursday and Friday 14th and 15th June at 7.30pm Saturday 16th June Monday 18th June at 8.00pm Tuesday 19th June at 1.30pm Thursday 28th to Saturday 30th June at 7.00pm Plus Saturday 30th June at 2.30pm Tuesday 3rd July at 1.30pm Friday July 6th at 7.30pm Saturday 7th July at 7:30pm. Monday 9th July at 7.30pm Tuesday 10th July at 7.30pm Friday and Saturday 13th & 14th July at 7.30pm Saturday 14th July at 2.00pm Monday 16th July at 7.00pm Wednesday 18th July at 7.00pm Friday 20th July at 7.30pm Saturday 21st July at 3.00pm and 6.30pm Thursday 26th July - Open from 7.00pm

Saturday 11th August at 2:30pm and 7:00pm Friday 24th August at 7.30pm Saturday 25th August 2.00pm & 7.00pm Saturday September 1st at 7.45pm Thursday 6th September at 7.30pm Friday 7th September at 7.30pm 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

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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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1pm For more information call Sandie 01342 325134 or Barbara 01342 322944

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