CHEQUER MEAD
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MUSIC DANCE COMEDY MUSICALS & DRAMA EVENT CINEMA FAMILY TALKS FILM
BLACK MAGIC – THE LITTLE MIX SHOW
AN AMERICAN IN PARIS
VENUE GUIDE May - August 2018
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THE BLUES BAND
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PREMIUM CLUB THEATRE TRIP
Wednesday 26th September at 7:30pm The Garrick Theatre, Charing Cross Road, London Chequer Mead is organising another fantastic West End Theatre trip to see the “funniest musical since the Producers” – YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN with exclusive priority booking for our Premium Club members.
Legendary filmmaker and comedian Mel Brooks brings his musical comedy Young Frankenstein to life on stage in an allsinging, all-dancing musical delight! The coach will leave from outside Chequer Mead Theatre on Wednesday 26th September at 4pm, in time for the 7:30pm performance and will return immediately after. 2
Top price front stall seats and return coach travel for just £65 per person* Premium Club members will have priority booking until 1st June 2018. Don’t miss this ‘MONSTER’ hit of a show! * This event will only go ahead subject to adequate numbers
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WELCOME We have a wonderful line-up of theatre events this summer from a re-working of Ibsen’s A Doll’s House to Dusty and the Sounds of the 60’s, from Ballet Theatre UK bringing their stunning version of A Little Mermaid to the welcome return of The Blues Band. As we enter the summer holidays, what better way to spend time with the family than to see some top family entertainment like Black Magic: The Little Mix Tribute or a special screening of the modern Beauty and the Beast film, with a special ‘Sing-a-long’ host. Not forgetting that Chequer Mead Productions will be running a week-long summer workshop of Disney’s High School Musical Jr, starting 30th July, perfect for children from 8 to 16 years. Please have a look on our website for further information. Since our last venue guide we’ve had a great response to our new membership scheme, “Premium Club”, which has a great array of benefits including priority booking on exclusive theatre trips, discounts on tickets, priority booking on selected events and discounts at the bar and Lodge Coffee Shop – if you haven’t already signed up, consider doing so today! Finally, I am very excited to confirm that LP Creatives will be returning this Christmas and I am even more excited to announce that Chequer Mead’s pantomime is Peter Pan! Tickets are now on sale for all performances from 15th December to 1st January, so book now to ensure you get the best seats and the Early Bird price! Premium Club members get the added bonus of an extra month with these great deals – so another great reason to be a member! With so much on offer, to suit all tastes, we hope to see you here very soon. Will Perkins General Manager
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DE LA WARR ROAD, EAST GRINSTEAD, WEST SUSSEX, RH19 3BS Box Office: 01342 302000 Administration: 01342 325577 Email: tickets@chequermead.co.uk www.chequermead.co.uk As a charity, Chequer Mead gratefully acknowledges the generous financial support it receives from East Grinstead Town Council. Chequer Mead is a Charitable Incorporate Organisation (CIO) Registered Charity Number: 1165519 Registered Office: East Court Mansion, College Lane, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 3LT
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Join the Jocks, the Brainiacs, the Thespians and the Skater Dudes this Summer as Disney Channel’s smash hit musical comes to life!
Chequer Mead's Summer workshop is led and directed by professional performers who will help develop and perfect your singing, dancing and acting skills - ideal for performers between 8-16 years old. The week-long workshop starts on Monday 30th July, ending with a smash-hit performance on stage on Saturday 4th August at 3pm. So ‘Get’cha Head in the Game’ and enjoy learning the catchiest tunes and the killer dance moves this Summer! For more information about how to book a place visit: www.chequermead.co.uk/HSM or contact the Box Office by calling 01342 302000
With a large selection of costumes, from Medieval Queens to Panto Dames, you’ll be sure to find what you need at
Chequer Mead Fancy Dress & Stage Costume Hire!
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East Grinstead Operatic Society presents
FORBIDDEN BROADWAY
Wednesday 2nd & Thursday 3rd May at 7:30pm Hirer’s Event
£12.00
MUSICALS & DRAMA
THE EAST GRINSTEAD OPERATIC SOCIETY ARE BACK ON STAGE WITH AN AWARD-WINNING CABARET WHICH POKES FUN AT ALL OF YOUR FAVOURITE MUSICALS! We have rounded up some of the best singers in Sussex to sing for you! Forbidden Broadway has brilliant impressions and fantastic spoofs of shows such as Annie, Wicked, Rent and Les Misérables. Come along for a very entertaining night out!!
MUSIC
ANDY IRVINE
Friday 4th May at 8pm £17.00 ★Premium Club: £16.00
HAILED AS ‘A TRADITION IN HIMSELF’, ANDY IRVINE IS ONE OF THE GREAT IRISH SINGERS WHO REALLY GETS TO THE SOUL OF WHAT IRELAND IS ABOUT! A musician, a singer and a songwriter, Andy has been at the helm of legendary bands like Sweeney’s Men in the mid-60s and has been a world music pioneer and an icon for traditional music and musicians. As a soloist, his repertoire consists of traditional Irish songs, dexterous Balkan dance tunes and a compelling cannon of his own self-penned songs. 6
Booking fees apply – Box Office: 01342 302000
NT Live presents
MACBETH
Thursday 10th May at 7:00pm £14.00 Concessions: £12.00 ★Premium Club: £10.00
EVENT CINEMA
SHAKESPEARE’S MOST INTENSE AND TERRIFYING TRAGEDY. Directed by Rufus Norris (The Threepenny Opera, London Road), Macbeth will see Rory Kinnear (Young Marx, Othello) and Anne-Marie Duff (Oil, Suffragette) return to the National Theatre to play Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. The ruined aftermath of a bloody civil war. Ruthlessly fighting to survive, the Macbeths are propelled towards the crown by forces of elemental darkness.
VICTORIA AND ABDUL
Tuesday 15th May at 7:30pm
£5.50 Concessions: £4.50 ★Premium Club: £3.50
FILM
THE TRUE STORY ABOUT THE UNEXPECTED FRIENDSHIP IN THE LATTER YEARS OF QUEEN VICTORIA’S REIGN. Judi Dench shines in her role as Queen Victoria, who forges an unlikely and devoted alliance with a young visiting clerk from India during her Golden Jubilee. As their friendship deepens, the Queen begins to see a changing world through new eyes, joyfully reclaiming her humanity. www.chequermead.co.uk • Booking fees apply
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AN AMERICAN IN PARIS – THE MUSICAL
Wednesday 16th May at 7pm
£16.00 Concessions: £15.00 ★Premium Club: £12.50
EVENT CINEMA
THIS BREATHTAKINGLY BEAUTIFUL TONY® AWARD-WINNING BROADWAY MUSICAL TELLS THE IMPASSIONED STORY OF DISCOVERING LOVE IN THE ‘CITY OF LIGHT’. Inspired by the Oscar® winning MGM film, An American in Paris is screened for the first time. Enjoy the gorgeous music and lyrics of George and Ira Gershwin, the stunning designs, and the show-stopping choreography which deservedly garnered a record-setting 28 five-star reviews. Experience this “truly ravishing” (The Guardian) production.
ONE WOMAN SEX AND THE CITY
Thursday 17th May at 7:30pm
£16.00 Groups 10+: £16.00 (incl. a glass of prosecco each)
ENTERTAINMENT
A PARODY ON LOVE, FRIENDSHIP AND SHOES - THE ULTIMATE GIRL’S NIGHT OUT! This loving tribute and send-up takes audiences through a laughter-infused version of all six seasons of the hilarious and beloved show Sex and the City. There will be puns, cosmopolitans and audience participation, as improv comedy actor Kerry Ipema brings all of our favourite characters to life as they brunch, banter, argue, support each other and swoon over men and Manolos.
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THE DRIFTERS
Friday 18th May at 7:30pm £24.00
MUSIC
THE DRIFTERS ARE BACK ON THE ROAD IN THE UK PERFORMING THEIR CLASSIC HITS FROM THE LAST SIX DECADES. The legendary group have been inducted into the Rock & Roll of fame, performed for the President of the United States and listed among the greatest artists of all time by Rolling Stone magazine. Don’t miss their brand-new tour performing all the classic hits such as Saturday Night At Movies, You’re More Than A Number, Come on Over to My Place, Up On The Roof, Under the Boardwalk, Kissin In The Back Row, Save The Last Dance For Me, Hello Happiness and more!
GIGGLEOES COMEDY Saturday 19th May at 8pm Hirer’s Event
£14.00 in advance £16.00 on the door
COMEDY
GIGGLEOES PRESENTS AN EVENING OF HIGH-QUALITY STAND-UP WITH FOUR BRILLIANT COMEDIANS. RAYMOND & MR TIMPKINS are a “Mad, anarchic triumph of stupidity over style. Not to be missed" - The Guardian. The musical wit of MITCH BENN, fresh from Radio 4’s Now and Crimes against Music shows. The snappy gags and smart, home counties humour of ALISTAIR BARRIE. “Proper, smart comedy for grown ups" - The Independent. And all freshly presented by ZOE LYONS, last seen on Live at the Apollo, Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Road Show and Mock the Week.
iggleoes presents
Live Comedy
Zoe Lyons
Raymond & Mr Timpkins
Alistair Barrie Mitch Benn
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MUSIC
DUSTY AND THE SHADES OF THE 60’S
Wednesday 23rd May at 7:30pm £19.00 Concessions: £17.00 ★Premium Club: £16.00
CELEBRATE THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF ONE OF THE MOST ICONIC FEMALE ARTISTES OF OUR TIME, THE LEGENDARY DUSTY SPRINGFIELD. The show covers an incredibly successful decade for Dusty featuring the songs I Only Want to be With You, You Don’t Have to Say You Love Me, Son of a Preacher Man, I Just Don’t Know What to do With Myself and You Don’t Own Me. The ever-graceful Shades of the 60s take you on a journey through the artists and writers who worked with Dusty over a career spanning 3 decades; including hits by Burt Bacharach, Carole King, Aretha Franklin and performing popular songs such as Say a Little Prayer and Downtown. Celebrate the 60s in style, relive memories and create new ones with this unforgettable evening of Dusty and The Shades of the 60s.
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Booking fees apply – Box Office: 01342 302000
A DOLL’S HOUSE
Friday 25th May at 7:30pm £14.00 Concessions: £13.00 ★Premium Club: £12.00
MUSICALS & DRAMA
BASED ON HENRIK IBSEN’S CLASSIC TALE, THEATRICAL NICHE LTD BRING A NEW ADAPTATION OF A DOLL’S HOUSE TO CHEQUER MEAD. The Helmers are an iconic power couple. They excel at work, staying on top, they excel at excelling. But as his autobiography rolls out around Christmas, it seems there are a few things that Mr. Helmer may not have mentioned. Working closely with some of the UK’s leading Mental Health charities, this new production incorporates the words and intonations of mental abuse & mental health problem sufferers, giving Ibsen a resoundingly contemporary voice.
Barry Steele & Friends presents
THE ROY ORBISON STORY
Saturday 26th May at 7:30pm £20.00
MUSIC
ONE OF THE WORLD’S LEADING VOCALISTS, BARRY STEELE, PAYS HOMAGE TO LEGEND ROY ORBISON. Stunning audiences across the globe with his uncanny similarity, Barry Steele is renowned for reviving the exquisite toe-tapping sound of the music giant, Roy Orbison. Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the musical legacy of The Big O and The Travelling Wilburys,, the show will also feature the chart busting hits originally performed by George Harrison and Jerry Lee Lewis. Quite simply, this incredible fusion of 60’s solid gold classic and 80’s contemporary music makes this show unmissable. www.chequermead.co.uk • Booking fees apply
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Afternoon Tea at the Movies:
ANNIE HALL
Wednesday 30th May at 2pm Film only: £5.00 Ticket inc. tea/coffee, selection of sandwiches & cake: £18.00
FILM
REGARDED AS ONE OF THE BEST ROMANTIC COMEDIES OF ALL TIME. Winning an Oscar for Best Picture in 1977, Annie Hall stars Woody Allen and Diane Keaton in this gloriously convincing story about love and relationships. A sumptuous Afternoon Tea package is available afterwards, with limited availability.
THE BLUES BAND - 40 YEARS AND BACK FOR MORE
Thursday 31st May at 7:30pm Hirer’s Event
£26.00
MUSIC
CELEBRATING THE BLUES BAND’S 40TH YEAR... Dazzling audiences with their showmanship and virtuosity, the Blues Band have earned a reputation around the world as one of the finest exponents of the blues tradition in all its forms. Originally forming the band ‘just to play the blues’, the guys continue to entertain their fans, including their current fans some who weren’t even born when they started!
THE MUSIC OF GEORGE HARRISON
Thursday 7th June at 7:30pm Hirer’s Event
MUSIC
THE ALL THINGS MUST PASS ORCHESTRA – LIVE! George Harrison, known as the ‘quiet Beatle’, wrote some of their most beautiful songs (Something, Here Comes The Sun, While My Guitar Gently Weeps etc.). He also continued to write great music during his solo career on twelve studio albums. This fantastic 10-piece band dedicates an evening to his work, perfect for anyone who appreciates beautiful music. 12
Booking fees apply – Box Office: 01342 302000
£18.00 Concessions: £17.00
New Sussex Opera Chorus presents
DONIZETTI’S THE ELIXIR OF LOVE
Saturday 9th June at 7pm Hirer’s Event
£20.00 Under 16’s: £10.00
MUSICALS AND DRAMA
LIFE’S A BEACH IN NSO’S BRILLIANT RE-IMAGINING OF DONIZETTI’S OPERATIC MASTERPIECE. Director David Foster seizes every comic opportunity in a plot about tangled webs of love in this comedy with a heart. This fully staged production is sung in English with an orchestra and professional soloists and the talented NSO Chorus relishing every phrase and comic twist!
ENTERTAINMENT
DEREK ACORAH – LOVE, LIFE, LAUGHTER TOUR
Wednesday 13th June at 7.30pm £18.50 Concessions: £17.00 ★Premium Club: £16.00
FOLLOWING HIS CAPTIVATING APPEARANCE ON CELEBRITY BIG BROTHER, BRITAIN’S BEST LOVED AND MOST ENTERTAINING MEDIUM TAKES TO THE WITH HIS ALL NEW ‘LOVE, LIFE, LAUGHTER TOUR’. A thoroughly modern medium whose appeal crosses the generations to young and old alike, he remains the forerunner in the field of paranormal and spiritual matters. Wherever Derek goes, others have always followed. Now comes your chance to experience just what makes Derek one of the foremost names in the world of Psychic phenomena, as well as a celebrity, author and accomplished live performer like no other. * Evenings of mediumship are not scientifically proven and are presented for educational and entertainment purposes only. www.chequermead.co.uk • Booking fees apply
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THAT GOOD NIGHT
Thursday 14th June at 7:30pm £7.50 Concessions: £6.50 ★Premium Club: £5.50
FILM
IN ONE OF HIS FINAL ROLES, THE LATE SIR JOHN HURT PLAYS RALPH, A ONCE FAMOUS TERMINALLY ILL WRITER STRUGGLING TO COME TO TERMS WITH HIS OWN MORTALITY. Determined to reconcile with his long-abandoned son and to not become a burden to his devoted younger wife, as he goes “into that good night”, he hire the services of the “visitor” who unexpectedly guides him to find new meaning in his life.
DANCE Ballet Theatre UK presents
THE LITTLE MERMAID
Friday 15th June at 7:30pm £19.00 Over 60’s: £17.00 Under 16’s: £14.00
DON’T MISS THIS DRAMATIC RETELLING OF HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN’S ALL-TIME FAVOURITE STORY OF THE LITTLE MERMAID, WHO FALLS IN LOVE WITH A HUMAN PRINCE AND GIVES UP EVERYTHING TO WIN HIS LOVE, BROUGHT TO LIFE ON STAGE BY BALLET UK. The kind hearted Little Mermaid rescues the Prince during a storm at sea, and begins a journey that takes her far from her home beneath the waves. Determined to pursue her love on to the shore she makes a bargain with an evil Sea Witch, but it comes at a heavy price. 14
Booking fees apply – Box Office: 01342 302000
MUSIC
LIPSTICK ON YOUR COLLAR
Saturday 16th June at 7:30pm £19.50 ★Premium Club: £18.50
BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES AND LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL! Step back in time to the golden era of pop music where the jukebox roared and feet didn’t touch the floor and when music really was music! From the birth of Rock n’ Roll through to the Beat Group sounds of the British Invasion and beyond, the evening is packed with over forty hits from the likes of Connie Francis, Brenda Lee, Buddy Holly, The Beatles, The Ronettes, Cliff Richard, Cilla Black, Dusty Springfield and many more. Suitable for those that were there the first time around as well as those only just discovering the golden era of pop, when music really was music! So bring your dancing shoes and let the good times roll!
DUNKIRK
Wednesday 20th June at 7:30pm £5.50 Concessions: £4.50 ★Premium Club: £3.50
FILM
IN MAY 1940, 400,000 BRITISH AND FRENCH ALLIED SOLDIERS WERE TRAPPED ON THE BEACHES OF DUNKIRK. Surrounded by the German army and in a dire and desperate situation, Britain sent civilian boats to aid the over-stretched Navy to try and evacuate these seemingly doomed troops. This epic film depicts the dramatic and true story shown through the eyes of the people involved. A must-see on the big screen! www.chequermead.co.uk • Booking fees apply
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Bullfrog Productions presents
OLIVER!
Saturday 23rd June at 1pm & 6pm & Sunday 24th June at 11am & 4pm Hirer’s Event
£15.00 Concessions: £12.00 Family tickets: £48.00
YOUTH PRODUCTION
ONE OF THE MOST BELOVED BRITISH MUSICALS… Vividly bringing to life Dickens' timeless characters with its ever-popular story of the boy who asked for more. The sensational score is full of irresistible songs including Food Glorious Food, Consider Yourself, You've Got to Pick-a-Pocket or Two, I'd Do Anything, Oom Pah Pah, As Long As He Needs Me and many more.
Bob Drury presents
THE NEIL DIAMOND STORY
Friday 29th June at 7:30pm £20.00
MUSIC
THE LIFE OF A LEGEND IN SONG… Bob Drury and his band celebrate the life and music of the legend that is Neil Diamond. The show tracks Neil’s remarkable journey from an unknown and struggling New York songwriter to an International mega-star and includes music from every stage of his staggering and hit-filled music career that span five decades with songs like Solitary Man, Cracklin’ Rosie, Sweet Caroline, Love on The Rocks, America, Hello Again, I Am I Said, and more. Undoubtedly one of the UK’s finest vocal tributes to Neil Diamond, Bob has been described as the UK’s ‘voice of Neil' and is featured in the movie 'Diamond Mountain' due for release later this year. 16
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MUSIC
THE KING OF POP STARRING NAVI
Saturday 7th July at 7:30pm £20.00 Under 16’s £15.00
THE WORLD’S NUMBER ONE MICHAEL JACKSON TRIBUTE ARTIST, NAVI, IS BACK FOR ANOTHER ‘THRILLER’ OF A SHOW! Michael Jackson will always be remembered for being one of the greatest entertainers in the world. Whether it was the slick dance moves, the glitzy outfits, the magnificent productions or the unforgettable classic hits, he set a standard that is difficult to reach. The King of Pop production is led by impersonator Navi who is without question one of the world’s leading tribute artists and in fact is the only one to ever perform for Michael Jackson himself. This incredible production features all of Jackson’s greatest hits such as Smooth Criminal, Beat It, Billie Jean, Black or White, Man In The Mirror and the ‘Jackson Five’ classics. All performed by Navi with the backing of his incredible live band, dancers and special effects in a show suitable for the whole family. www.chequermead.co.uk • Booking fees apply
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THE BRATISLAVA HOT SERENADERS
WITH THE SERENADERS SISTERS Thursday 12th July at 8pm £19.00 Concessions: £18.00 ★Premium Club: £17.00
MUSIC
AN AUTHENTIC VINTAGE ORCHESTRA PLAYING SWING & DANCE MUSIC OF THE 20’S & 30’S. This sensational 21-piece band does "vintage" with extraordinary authenticity and pizzazz! Hot jazz and sweet dance music from the 1920’s and 30’s with classic musicianship, period dressing and genuine style. The Serenaders is led by the acclaimed trumpeter Juraj Bartoš. The ensemble features multi reed players, 3 violins and the beautiful Serenaders Sisters trio.
FORBIDDEN NIGHTS
Friday 13th July at 8pm £20.00
ENTERTAINMENT
BRACE YOURSELF FOR TWO HOURS OF THRILLING ACTION, PROVOCATIVE CHOREOGRAPHY WITH THE ULTIMATE FORBIDDEN STRIP TEASE (AND A FEW MEN IN UNIFORM THROWN IN FOR GOOD MEASURE). Abandon your inhibitions at the door as the talented cast of acrobats, fire acts, aerial artists and world-renowned circus performers flip and spin across the stage in this high-octane show. This sexy but classy evening with Forbidden Nights is guaranteed to get your pulse racing and leave you begging for more. Yes Ladies - Circus Just Got Sexy® 20
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RE-TAKE THAT
Thursday 19th July at 7:30pm £16.00 Concessions: £15.00
MUSIC
SIMPLY THE BIGGEST, BEST AND MOST AUTHENTIC TRIBUTE ACTS TO TAKE THAT! Performing all of the favourites new and old including Greatest Day, Back for Good, Relight my Fire, New Day, Shine, The Flood, and These Days. Whilst ‘Robbie Live’ will be performing all the classics including, Let Me Entertain You, Candy, Heavy Entertainment Show, Angels and more. With their non-stop, breathtaking spectacle to entertain fans of all ages, this thrilling concert will make sure that the audience will Never Forget this night! *This is the postponed show from March 2018.
CARPENTERS GOLD
Friday 20th July at 7:30pm £20.00 Concessions: £19.00
MUSIC
THIS IS AN ABSOLUTE MUST FOR ALL FANS OF THE CARPENTERS. This feel-good shows includes all of the greatest hits including Goodbye to Love, Solitaire, We’ve Only Just Begun, Yesterday, Top of the World, Superstar and Rainy Days and Mondays. Recreating the exceptional look and sounds, Carpenters Gold are renowned for being the most accurate Carpenters tributes around today. Afternoon Tea at the Movies:
SABRINA
Tuesday 24th July at 2pm Film only: £5.00 Ticket inc. tea/coffee, selection of sandwiches & cake: £18.00
FILM
TREAT YOURSELF TO THE CLASSIC ROMANTIC COMEDY, SABRINA, FOLLOWED BY A DELIGHTFUL AFTERNOON TEA In this Oscar nominated role, Sabrina, (Audrey Hepburn) is caught between two brothers, David, the playboy and Linus (Humphrey Bogart), the serious one. Don’t miss the delicious Afternoon Tea package, as spaces are limited. www.chequermead.co.uk • Booking fees apply
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THE SENSE OF AN ENDING
Thursday 26th July at 7:30pm
£5.50 Concessions: £4.50 ★Premium Club: £3.50
FILM
WHAT IF TIME COULD FLOW BACKWARDS, TO REMIND US THAT OUR LIFE IS A STORY WE HAVE TOLD TO OURSELVES? Tony Webster (Jim Broadbent), divorced and retired, leads a reclusive and relatively quiet life. Gifted a diary in a will, it forces him to revisit his flawed recollections of his friends, his family and of his younger self.
ANDRÉ RIEU 2018 MAASTRICHT CONCERT
Saturday 28th July at 7pm
£20.00 Students & U16’s: £18.00 ★Premium Club: £16.00
EVENT CINEMA
JOIN ANDRÉ RIEU FOR HIS TRIBUTE TO LOVE! Known to millions as ‘The King of Waltz’, André Rieu’s annual Maastricht concert is the most eagerly anticipated event of the year. Set against the stunning medieval backdrop of his Dutch hometown, the spectacular concert features the maestro in his element, along with his 60-piece Johann Strauss Orchestra, sopranos, tenors and very special guests. Take a front row seat and enjoy this spectacular musical event on the big screen. Chequer Mead Productions presents
DISNEY’S HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL Jr. Saturday 4th August at 3pm £8.00 Concessions: £6.00
YOUTH PRODUCTION
GET’CHA HEAD IN THE GAME!!… Experience the antics of East High’s popular ‘jock’ Troy, brainiac Gabriella and the rest of the gang as they prepare to audition for their high school’s musical. Groups clash and friendships are tests in this modern day take on Romeo and Juliet. This show is the culmination of Chequer Mead’s week long summer workshop. So come along and enjoy this fun-tastic, finger-clicking, toe-tappingly good show that’s suitable for all the family! 22
Booking fees apply – Box Office: 01342 302000
BLACK MAGIC - THE LITTLE MIX SHOW
Wednesday 8th August at 7pm £15.00 Concessions: £13.00
MUSIC
DANCE, SCREAM AND SING ALONG TO THIS HIGHLY ENERGETIC TRIBUTE SHOW THAT FOLLOWS IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF THE AWARD WINNING GIRL BAND, LITTLE MIX. The Little Mix Show brings the full pop concert experience to your doorstep with live vocal and full-on choreography that suitable for kids, tweens, teens and adults alike! The packed-out playlist of hit songs includes Black Magic, Hair, Love Me Like You, How Ya Doin, Wings, Shoutout To My Ex and even a few covers from their time on the X-Factor. There’s also a chance of a meet & greet with the girls after the show!
60'S NIGHT OUT
Friday 10th August at 7:30pm £18.00
MUSIC
HIT MAKERS - THE DREAMERS HAVE JOINED FORCES WITH THE TEMPLE BROTHERS TO BRING TO YOU A BRAND NEW SHOW! Performing all the classic Everly Brothers hits including Cathy’s Clown, When Will I Be Loved, Let It Be Me and more, The Temple Brothers will be joined by The Dreamers (formerly of Freddie & The Dreamers) who will be chatting about life on the road as well as performing all their hits such as You Were Made For Me, I’m Telling You Now, If You Gotta Make A Fool Of Somebody. Don’t miss this highly entertaining concert down memory lane. www.chequermead.co.uk • Booking fees apply
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Bullfrog Summer Workshop presents
BACK TO THE 80’S
Friday 17th at 7pm & Saturday 18th August at 2pm & 6pm Hirer’s Event
£16.00 Concessions: £14.00
YOUTH PRODUCTION
JOIN THE GRADUATING CLASS OF WILLIAM OCEAN HIGH SCHOOL IN THEIR SENIOR YEAR! From the era that brought the world The Rubik's Cube, Bucks Fizz and Madonna comes this "totally awesome" musical full of classic 80’s songs such as Footloose, Kids In America and Dancing On The Ceiling. With high-energy dance routines, copious amounts of blue eyeshadow, twenty cans of hairspray, and some of the most popular songs ever written, the result is a musical that will delight and amuse audiences of any age! Afternoon Tea at the Movies:
THE SOUND OF MUSIC
Thursday 23rd August at 1pm Film only: £5.00 Ticket inc. tea/coffee, selection of sandwiches & cake: £18.00
FILM
THESE ARE A FEW OF MY FAVOURITE THINGS… This delightful afternoon starts off with this heartwarming, musical tale which took the world by storm, earning five Oscars in 1965. The film is a rare combination of a powerful and moving story, but with catchy, uplifting music and breath-taking scenery of Salzburg! There is a delicious afternoon tea package available afterwards, but with limited availability.
VOODOO ROOM: A NIGHT OF HENDRIX & CREAM
Friday 24th August at 8pm £17.00
MUSIC
PAYING TRIBUTE TO TWO OF THE GREATEST NAMES IN ROCK HISTORY – JIMI HENDRIX AND CREAM Voodoo Room are a stunning power trio performing an incredible show in the true spirit of these two legendary superstars. This is not a pantomime dress up tribute act, just simply great music played by great musicians! Enjoy classics tracks from both artists Sunshine of Your Love to Purple Haze. 24
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Encore Screening
ANDRÉ RIEU 2018 MAASTRICHT CONCERT
Saturday 25th August at 2pm
£20.00 Students & U16’s: £18.00 ★Premium Club: £16.00
EVENT CINEMA
ANOTHER CHANCE FOR YOU TO ENJOY ANDRÉ RIEU’S TRIBUTE TO LOVE. Be swept away with the incredible music from André Rieu and his famous Johann Strauss Orchestra, set amongst the beautiful medieval backdrop of his home town of Masstricht in the Netherlands. Enjoy the electric atmosphere that features ‘The King of Waltz’ in his element.
GIGGLEOES COMEDY
Saturday 25th August at 8pm Hirer’s Event
£14.00 in advance £16.00 on the door
COMEDY
GIGGLEOES PRESENTS ANOTHER HIGH-QUALITY EVENING OF STAND-UP WITH FOUR, BRILLIANT COMEDIANS: presents A veteran of Mock The Week and iv L e Comedy Never Mind the Buzzcocks, BEN NORRIS was named by The Evening Standard as “one of London’s top under-rated comedians”. His quick wit and fastpaced observational material mark him out as a must-see. STEVE GRIBBIN brings his topical se Ben Norris onkhou M r Edinburgh show ‘SHUNTED’ to East e g Ro Grinstead as he has fun mocking the failures of Southern Rail. The musical mischief of PAUL THORNE, with his devastating improvisational takedowns have you rolling in the aisles. Your compere is the highly original and much sought-after ROGER MONKHOUSE. Paul Thorne Steve Gribbin
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SING-A-LONG BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Wednesday 29th August at 2:30pm £10.00 Under 16’s: £8.00
FILM
BE OUR GUEST THIS SUMMER AS WE CELEBRATE DISNEY’S NEW ADAPTATION OF THE ICONIC FAIRY TALE, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, WITH AN EXTRA SPECIAL SING-A-LONG SCREENING! Sing your heart out alongside the formidable cast, with the help of on-screen lyrics, to all the favourites songs like Be Our Guest, Belle, Gaston and of course Beauty and the Beast. Our beautiful host will be on hand to encourage the Sing-a-long, so dress up as your favourite character and celebrate this ‘tale as old as time’.
ROY CHUBBY BROWN
Friday 31st August at 7:30pm £24.00
COMEDY
ROY CHUBBY BROWN IS BACK AND AS NAUGHTY AS EVER! His choice of language and his politically incorrect jokes are all delivered with a cheeky grin and perfect comedy timing. His trademark flying helmet and goggles, coupled with his coat of many patches, make him instantly recognisable as the man who put the “F” in Alice, with his popular version of “that” song. Chubby Brown is a master of his craft and guarantees a regular supply of new jokes every time you see him. So if you’re not easily offended and want a good old fashioned laugh, book your tickets early to avoid disappointment.
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COMING SOON WIND IN THE WILLOWS Friday 26th October
ONE NIGHT OF ADELE Saturday 27th October
MUSIC
FAMILY
JIM DAVIDSON
CREEDS CROSS
Thursday 1st & Friday 2nd November
Saturday 10th November
COMEDY
MUSIC
Ballet Theatre UK presents
HOW TO HIDE A LION
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Saturday 17th November
Sunday 25th November
FAMILY
DANCE
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MID WEEK
Collectors Fair At CHEQUER MEAD
Third Wednesday of the month 10:00am – 3:00pm;
18th April 16th May 20th June 18th July
Bullfrog Music For all your Musical Needs from Rock to the Classics 15 Ship Street, East Grinstead, RH19 4EG Tel. 01342 315602
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Booking fees apply – Box Office: 01342 302000
Art ClAss stArts soon
Bring out your inner artist
Absolute beginners to improvers will love this Course!
Absolute Beginners to Improvers - Just Like You! The course is designed to be fun for absolute beginners who have never picked up a brush before through to improvers. Step-by-Step Guidance We adapt to each student’s needs and give them all the guidance and help they need to develop their artistic skills. The curriculum is fun, comprehensive and
For information on dates, course fees and bookings, call now on
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your our new Art ClAss Step by step lessons suitable for
absolute beginners or improvers. Acquire the skills you need to produce paintings you can be proud of! • Absolute Beginners to Improvers Just Like You • 14 week course • Three hours once a week, nowAn mornings or afternoons you Cnew • Step-by-step guidance A e d l rn s , An • Meet New Friends, skille new Learn New Skills mAk s • Develop your skills and create your own original art to enjoy forever
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GREAT NEWS for all our readers looking for something fun to do over the next few months! Our current class is full but we are now taking enquiries for our next parttime Art Class, which starts this autumn in your area. The classes are held once a week for three hours.
interesting. Over the course we will explore four different media. Step by step tuition in the basic techniques and secrets needed to create beautiful pieces of art. Still Life to Landscapes By the end of the course, students will have created a minimum of 12 pieces of their very own original art they can enjoy forever, from simple still life and flower studies to beautiful countryside landscape scenes. Young at Heart This course is a brilliant way to learn new skills you will be able to enjoy forever. It is also a great way of meeting new friends and to have a fun experience you will always remember and cherish! It is open to adults of all ages. Limited Places To maintain our high standards of tuition, classes are kept to small numbers – so places available are limited! If you are interested, please call now for details.
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Learn new skills meet new friends and make art
Coming Soon - book now!!! Martin Taylor & Martin Simpson Thursday 29th November, 8.00pm
Award winning jazz teams up with slide guitar and folk virtuoso www.chequermead.co.uk • Booking fees apply
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REGULAR HIRERS
TAI CHI- AGE UK
CHEQUER MEAD PLAYS HOST TO MANY GROUPS AND CLASSES IN THE AREAS. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE CLASSES AND TO BOOK, PLEASE CONTACT THE HIRER DIRECTLY.
Join us for Tai Chi, brought to you by Age UK, designed to be approachable by all populations, regardless of fitness level. Learn to control breathing and correct your posture, all whilst enjoying the class.
ADULT CLASSES
Contact AGE UK on: 01342 327046 for more information.
Class fees are £5.00 for Age UK members and £7.00 for non members- Tuesdays at 10am.
ADULT BALLET
TAI CHI – LIU HE BA FA
Adult ballet class, Tuesdays 7.30-8.30pm & Thursdays 9:45am-10:45am
Mondays at 6:30pm & is open to adults of any age, size & fitness level.
Re-live your childhood ballet class. Get fit, improve all over body strength and have fun. Ballet shoes not required, unless you want to.
Practising the Liu He Ba Fa form of Tai Chi which is designed to allow the body to integrate harmoniously with spirit and mind resulting in enhanced vitality, mental clarity and relaxation.
For more information call Annie Scott 07977 007076 or email: anniescott333@yahoo.co.uk
Please contact Elisabetta on: 07832 964191 or Elio on: 07896 303248 / www.eliobasagni.com
ART CLASS
YOGA LOVES CLASSES
The Season’s Art Class returns for another term starting in May 2018. Suitable for absolute beginners to improvers, with 4 mediums over 14 weeks, once a week. You will love this course.
Thursday 1:45-2:45pm & Fridays at 10:45-12:00pm.
For more information about the course call: 01342 542542.
Gentle, encouraging, step-by-step yoga for beginners and those that like to take things a little more slowly. Be guided through the language and benefits of yoga, postures, breath and relaxation. £8.00 per class block booking. £10.00 drop in.
BELLY DANCING
Please bring a mat.
Shimmytastic classes every Monday from 8 January : 6pm Beginners, 7pm- Open Class (suitable for all) and 8-9pm- Dancers Class (1years experience +)
Please Contact Sarah Gott on: 07950 380921 or hello@yogaloves.com
The fun and feminine way to keep fit - great for all ages and sizes of women.
Wednesdays at 10am
Contact Lea Smith on 01732866284 or email: Lea@hipsinc.com CHOIRPOWER Rehearsals are Thursdays at 7:30pm "Choirpower" sings a wide range of music including show and popular songs, jazz standards & light classics. New members are always welcome.
ZUMBA GOLD- AGE UK Zumba Gold is designed to be approachable by all populations, regardless of fitness level. Experience with dance is not required. Moves in class are broken down in a slow and manageable manner. The intention of the class is to move a little and have a lot of fun, even if you don’t perform each move perfectly. Due to the popularity of the class, sometimes the Zumba class is split, and so times can change, please phone Age UK East Grinstead on: 01342 327046 to save disappointment
For further information contact shustermarion@hotmail.com or 01342 312824 www.learn2sing.org
Coming soon…
FBS TAI CHI Classes start at 7:30-9pm,(Beginners 7.30- 8.30pm with Intermediate/Advanced Students finishing at 9pm) every Thursday. Renowned for improving posture, co-ordination, balance and flexibility, Tai Chi is also a known aid for reducing stress. With the classes aimed at being a fun, learning, social environment. Contact Chris on 07952878368 / www.fbstaichi.blogspot.co.uk PILATES Monday classes at 10:15am-11:25am is for Beginners and Improvers
Rising Stars Adult Theatre Company presents… I Love You You’re Perfect Now Change, a comedy musical containing everything you have ever secretly thought about dating, romance, marriage, lovers, husbands and inlaws, but were too afraid to ask. Musical accompaniment by the very talented Shaz Dudhia and directed by Kate Gledhill.
Thursday: 11-12pm for Intermediates & 12:15-1:15pm for Mixed Ability. Friday: 9:15am-10:15am are for all levels and abilities. Pilates offers strengthening of the back and abdominals. It improves posture, flexibility, balance and helps reduce stress.
All proceeds to St Catherine’s Hospice and Stroke Awareness. An amateur production in arrangement with R&H Theatricals Europe.
Please contact Marion Rowe on: marion@marionpilates.co.uk or call 07980 975511
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YOUTH CLASSES
EAST GRINSTEAD HEALING SANCTUARY Mondays 12:30-2:30pm
ANNIE SCOTT DANCE CLASSES Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays – Ballet classes for toddlers, pre-school and primary school children. Thursday afternoons -. Fun and imaginative street dance and tap dance classes for primary school children. Both term time only.
Alternative healing for all, no booking required, just come along! No charge, however donations are accepted. For more information please call: 01342 833 837 or email: EGHealingSanctuary@gmail.com EAST GRINSTEAD STAMP & POSTCARD CLUB
For more information call Annie Scott 07977 007076 or email: anniescott333@yahoo.co.uk
Meets on the first and third Tuesday of the month, from September to May.
BULLFROG PRODUCTIONS YOUTH GROUP Bullfrog Productions Youth Group is a performance specific group for 6-21 year olds, producing musicals throughout the year at Chequer Mead and including a two week Summer workshop in August Private singing/drama/piano classes also available on Saturday mornings. Telephone: 01342 322411 / www.bullfrogproductions.co.uk BULLFROG FROGGIES BALLET, TAP, STREET & MODERN CLASSES Bullfrog also run ballet, tap, street & modern classes from 3 years upwards on a Saturday morning from 9.30am to 2pm. Taught by fully qualified teachers, these classes are fun and can lead to ISTD exams and performances on stage. Beginners are welcome. Telephone: 01342 322411 / www.bullfrogproductions.co.uk ENCORE ACADEMY Every Tuesday from 5:15-6pm, term time only. Singing classes, suitable for ages 8+. Please contact Helen directly on: 07870 266974 / www.encoreacademy.co.uk GRIFFIN TALES DRAMA GROUP
Visiting speakers give displays at most meetings, and the club also holds two auctions a year. Visitors welcome at any meeting. Please contact Malcolm Green on: 01342 327554 for the current programme giving dates and times. MINDFULNESS COURSE Stress Less, & Enjoy More Every Day Tuesday 1st May at 7.30pm - FREE INTRODUCTION to Mindfulness: 8th May – 3rd July -8 week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction course (not 12th June) Includes free follow up, day workshop, course book, MP3s all for £250 Booking essential- contact: suebolton101@gmail.com or visit: www.wellbeingusingmindfulness.co.uk WEIGHT WATCHERS -BECAUSE IT WORKS! A warm welcome awaits you every Thursday evening at Weight Watchers. Join us from 5.45pm- 6.15pm for weigh in, with the meeting talk starting at 6.15pm. Get your sparkle back! For further information: Yoga07921 Loves 91x60 advert 02.18.qxp_Layout 1 28/02/201 Jenny Whitaker 383618 / jwhitaker@weight-watchers.co.uk
Every Thursday from 4pm-6pm This inclusive mixed drama group incorporates drama games, stage craft, story-telling, puppetry, improvisation, physical theatre and script work, all to help build and nurture confidence. The classes will combine drama and children’s literature to create imaginative performances. Griffin Tales, where drama is for everyone. For more information call Sophie on: 07808 006032 www.griffintales.co.uk
GROUPS & MEETINGS
Gentle, encouraging yoga for beginners & those who like to take things more slowly Chequer Mead Theatre Thur: 1.45 - 2.45 / Fri: 10.45 - 12.00
THE ARTS SOCIETY EAST GRINSTEAD A wide variety of lectures held in the theatre each month at Chequer Mead.
Forest Row Community Centre Fri: 1.15 - 2.45
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For further information on these and on becoming a member, visit their website: www.taseg.org
Yoga schools Creative & engaging yoga in education since 2010
COLLECTORS FAIR
Yoga on location Yoga & Creative Writing Day Retreat 8th Oct 2018, Tilton House, Firle
Now in its fifth year, this "third Wednesday of the month" event has 15 dealers selling (and buying) postcards, coins, stamps and similar collectables The fair is open from 10.00am - 3.00pm, each month except August and December.
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Information & bookings: Sarah Gott, 07950 380 921 / hello@yogaloves.uk yogalovesuk w: www.yogaloves.uk
For further information contact Malcolm Green: 01342 327554
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BOOKING INFORMATION PLEASE NOTE ALL TRANSACTIONS WILL BE SUBJECT TO A £2.00 BOOKING FEE. Book Online – www.chequermead.co.uk Most shows can be booked online directly from our website. Tickets can be posted straight to your door for an additional £1.00. From The Box Office The Box Office is open from 9:30am – 5pm Monday to Friday and from 9:30am – 4:30pm on Saturdays. On show days the Box Office is also open one hour before a performance and closes at the end of the interval. Quite often the Box Office will be open later than advertised. We accept most credit and debit cards and telephone bookings can also be posted directly to you for £1.00.
Chequer Mead reserves the right to remove anyone who doesn’t comply with this policy. Accessibility We hope that everyone can enjoy the experience of live theatre and therefore take the issues of accessibility very seriously. There is a level access to the front and throughout the building and full disabled facilities including allocated parking. Regretfully there is no access to the first floors seats in the circle. An infrared induction loop system is installed within the auditorium to aid customers who are hard of hearing. A limited number of headsets are available at the Box Office free of charge.
Tickets can be booked in person or by telephone by calling 01342 302000.
Guide and assistance dogs are welcome throughout the venue.
Concessions & Discounts Please check on any concession and Premium Club member prices with the Box Office at the time of booking.
Wheelchairs We have specific areas for optimum wheelchair access in the auditorium and so we ask that wheelchair patrons book in advance so that we can allocate you these seats as well as help you during your visit. Please discuss you needs with Box Office staff when making your booking, especially if you are using a large wheelchair.
Both concession and Premium Club member prices vary on each production. Discounts cannot be applied retrospectively. Refunds & Exchanges Please make sure you check your tickets. Once purchased, regrettably, tickets cannot be exchanged nor can money be refunded in any circumstances other than the event being cancelled. In event of a sell-out we will attempt to resell your tickets, but we cannot guarantee a resale. Tickets can only be exchanged for the same show or film at a different time or day. Reservations Tickets may be reserved for up to 7 days for any event that is more than 7 days in the future by calling or visiting the Box Office. Tickets cannot be reserved online and are automatically released if not paid for after 7 days. Mobile Phones & Cameras All mobile phones must be turned off prior to entering the auditorium. There is strictly no photography or filming allowed inside the auditorium unless prior consent is given by 32
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We are pleased to offer concessionary priced tickets to wheelchairs users where available and complimentary tickets to carers whose presence is essential to comply with the venue’s fire regulations. 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 customers’ interests, Chequer Mead can accept no responsibility for content and pricing of events. Chequer Mead will give guidance where possible on extreme content. Corporate Sponsorship & Advertising We have a number of sponsorship and advertising opportunities for the business community to support their local theatre. For more information, email marketing@chequermead.co.uk
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SOLT Theatre Vouchers SOLT Theatre Tokens are accepted as payment, either via the telephone or in person at the Box Office. SOLT Theatre Tokens can be purchased at the Box Office- a perfect gift idea! 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 are able to accommodate your requirements. Our rooms start at a competitive £12 per hour (plus VAT). For more information email: programming@chequermead.co.uk Our caterers, The Lodge Coffee Shop, will be pleased to fulfil all your catering needs with morning coffees, finger buffet and evening meals, among their wide range of catering options. For more information, please call them on 01342 323516 or email: info@ lodgecoffeeshop.co.uk
Sponsor A Seat Campaign For £113, you can name and refurbish a seat within our 320 seat theatre. We will acknowledge your support with a brass plaque with your name or business or group, which will be attached to the seat of your choice in the auditorium (subject to availability.)
Our VOLUNTEERS play a vital role at Chequer Mead, by stewarding at our shows and assisting at the box office and behind the bar. If you’d like to be part of our friendly team of volunteers, please get in touch by emailing: volunteers@chequermead.co.uk or call: 01342 325577
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AT A GLANCE May - August 2018
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MAY 2018
JULY 2018
2-3rd
EGOS presents Forbidden Broadway
7th
The King of Pop starring Navi
4th
Andy Irvine
12th
Bratislava Hot Serenaders
13th
Forbidden Nights
17th
Re-Take That
20th
Carpenters Gold
10th
Macbeth Victoria and Abdul
15th 16th
An American in Paris
17th
One Woman Sex and the City
18th
The Drifters
19th
Giggleoes Comedy
23rd
Dusty and the Shades of the 60’s
25th
A Doll’s House
26th
Barry Steele & Friends; The Roy Orbison Story
30th
Afternoon Tea at the Movies: Annie Hall
31st
The Blues Band
24th
Afternoon Tea at the Movies: Sabrina
26th
The Sense of an Ending
28th
André Rieu 2018 Maastricht Concert
AUGUST 2018 4th
Chequer Mead Productions presents Disney’s High School Musical Jr.
8th
The Little Mix Show
10th
60’s Night Out
17-18th Bullfrog Productions presents Back to the 80’s
JUNE 2018 7th
The Music of George Harrison
23rd
Afternoon Tea at the Movies: The Sound of Music
9th
New Sussex Opera Chorus present The Elixir of Love
24th
Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix and Cream
Derek Acorah- Love, Life, Laughter Tour
25th
13th 14th
25th Ballet Theatre UK presents The Little Mermaid
16th
Lipstick on your Collar
29th 31st
Giggleoes Comedy Sing-a-long Beauty and the Beast Roy Chubby Brown
Dunkirk
23-24th Bullfrog Productions presents Oliver! 29th
André Rieu 2018 Maastricht Concert
That Good Night
15th
20th
Encore
Bob Drury presents The Neil Diamond Story
CHEQUER MEAD
DE LA WARR ROAD, EAST GRINSTEAD, WEST SUSSEX, RH19 3BS Box Office: 01342 302000 Administration: 01342 325577 Email: tickets@chequermead.co.uk www.chequermead.co.uk Chequer Mead is a Charitable Incorporate Organisation (CIO) Registered Charity Number: 1165519. Registered Office: East Court Mansion, College Lane, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 3LT