Venue Guide
Paul Daniels
The Dreamboys
T’Pau
Mari Wilson
CHEQUER MEAD Community Ar ts Centre JANUARY - APRIL 2016
Howard Jones
Jethro
Simon Callow
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box office: 01342 302000 As you read this, Christmas preparations will be well under way, the tree and decorations will be up and all thoughts will be centred around family and the big man coming down the chimney! We look forward to the New Year and a great line up of shows to take us through the spring. We kick off the new programme with an incredible tribute to Simon & Garfunkel. The show has sold out across Europe and we are privileged to have it here at Chequer Mead. We have music from the 80’s courtesy of T’pau, Shakatak and Howard Jones. Music from the 60’s from The Fortunes, and Mari Wilson’s tribute to the 60s female stalwarts such as Dusty, Cilla and Petula. Comedy from Jethro, magic from Paul Daniels and talks from Michael Portillo, Simon Callow and David Starkey, not to mention something for the ladies from The Dreamboys. We also have NT Live screenings of Jane Eyre and As You Like it. All in all something for everyone and everything for someone. I would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a very Happy Christmas and a Happy New Year and thank you all for your custom and support over the past year. PETE JENKINS Centre Manager
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CHEQUER MEAD Youth Theatre The Chequer Mead Youth Theatre aims to give young people aged 12-21 years old the opportunity to train and perform in a professional environment. Our shows performed at Chequer Mead encompass a range of theatre disciplines. Our Youth Theatre Director is Charlie Watts. Charlie trained for 3 years as an actor at the Mountview Academy of Performing Arts. He continues to work as a professional actor, and is experienced in all areas of performance. His theatre credits include, The Lower Depths (Finborough Theatre), Vincent in Brixton (National Theatre Tour, Wyndams and Playhouse Theatre‘s in the West End), The Mousetrap (St Martin’s Theatre, West End), Richard III (Greenwich Playhouse), Candida (English Theatre of Hamburg), Lady Windermere’s Fan (Cannizaro Park) and The Knack (Grace Theatre). Charlie’s television credits include, Doctors (BBC), Holby City (BBC), Dream Team (SKY ONE), 30 plus episodes as Dan Wilkinson in Family Affairs (CHANNEL 5), The Sight (SKY ONE), Coronation Street (GRANADA), Rhinoceros (GRANADA), Cold Feet (GRANADA), The Grand (GRANADA), and Crown Prosecuter (BBC). Charlie is also a LAMDA Speech and Drama Examination coach as well as running numerous drama classes including a successful short film making course for children and adults called, MOVIEMAKERS. The Youth Theatre meet on Mondays between 6:30-8pm for 12-21 year olds. To find out how to join and get involved in our exciting new show, please contact our Youth Theatre Director Charlie Watts on: 07778 840 923.
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What’s On in the Theatre
SATURDAY 23RD JANUARY AT 7.30PM
THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR The Simon & Garfunkel Story is back with their brand new show for 2016. Direct from it’s success in London’s West End, standing ovations at every performance, and a sold out UK tour. Using huge projection photos and original film footage, this 50th Anniversary Celebration also features a full live band performing all the hits including 'Mrs Robinson', 'Cecilia', 'Bridge Over Troubled Water', 'Homeward Bound' and many more. Get your tickets fast as this is an evening not to be missed! "Fantastic” - Elaine Paige, BBC Radio 2. "Authentic and Exciting” - The Stage
TICKETS £19.00 CONCESSIONS £17.50
MONDAY 25TH JANUARY AT 7PM NT LIVE PRESENTS
JANE EYRE This is an Encore performance. Almost 170 years on, Charlotte Brontë’s story of the trailblazing Jane is as inspiring as ever. This bold and dynamic production uncovers one woman’s fight for freedom and fulfilment on her own terms. From her beginnings as a destitute orphan, Jane Eyre’s spirited heroine faces life’s obstacles head-on, surviving poverty, injustice and the discovery of bitter betrayal before taking the ultimate decision to follow her heart. This acclaimed re-imagining of Brontë's masterpiece was first staged by Bristol Old Vic last year, when the story was performed over two evenings. Director Sally Cookson now brings her celebrated production to the National, presented as a single, exhilarating performance.
TICKETS £12.00
CONCESSIONS £10.00
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box office: 01342 302000 WEDNESDAY 27TH JANUARY AT 7.30PM CHEQUER MEAD Silver Screen
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LEGEND This 2015 British crime thriller is based on the book The Profession of Violence: The Rise and Fall of the Kray Twins by John Pearson. and charts their gruesome career to their downfall and imprisonment for life in 1969. The electrifying Tom Hardy stars as both Ronnie and Reggie Kray and is supporting by a formidable cast including Emily Browning, Christopher Eccleston, Paul Bettany, and David Thewlis.
TICKETS £5.00 CONCESSIONS £4.00
THURSDAY 28TH JANUARY AT 7PM NT LIVE PRESENTS
LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES Following the hugely successful broadcasts of Coriolanus and King Lear, National Theatre Live brings the Donmar Warehouse’s highly anticipated new production of Les Liaisons Dangereuses to cinemas - broadcast live from the Donmar’s London home. Directed by Josie Rourke (Coriolanus), the cast includes Michelle Dockery (Downton Abbey), Janet McTeer (The White Queen) and Dominic West (The Wire). In 1782, Choderlos de Laclos’ novel of sex, intrigue and betrayal in pre-revolutionary France scandalised the world. Two hundred years later, Christopher Hampton's irresistible adaptation swept the board, winning the Olivier and Evening Standard Awards for Best Play. Josie Rourke’s revival now marks the play’s thirty year anniversary. Former lovers, the Marquise de Merteuil and Vicomte de Valmont now compete in games of seduction and revenge. Merteuil incites Valmont to corrupt the innocent Cecile de Volanges before her wedding night but Valmont has targeted the peerlessly virtuous and beautiful Madame de Tourvel. While these merciless aristocrats toy with others’ hearts and reputations, their own may prove more fragile than they supposed.
TICKETS £12.00
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JETHRO FORTY YEARS THE JOKER
A memorable evening of hysterical nonsense, as we take a peek into the circus lurking deep within the mind of, probably the greatest, comic storyteller ever to grace the stage. Jethro beguiles and befuddles his audience with the endless stream of irreverent twaddle that has created a comedy genius. Over 4 million DVD sales pay testament to the legion of fans who have followed Jethro faithfully throughout his career. Now, with stories old and new we present Jethro, live on stage. PLEASE NOTE THIS SHOW IS SUITABLE FOR ADULTS ONLY
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box office: 01342 302000 SUNDAY 31ST JANUARY AT 7.30PM 22o5 PROMOTIONS PRESENTS
KIMMIE RHODES IN THE PAVILION
Singer-songwriter Kimmie Rhodes’ multi-platinum selling songs have been recorded by such stellar acts as Willie Nelson, Wynonna Judd, Trisha Yearwood, Amy Grant, Joe Ely, Waylon Jennings, Peter Frampton, Mark Knopfler and Emmylou Harris. A creative and prolific artist, she has recorded and released a total of sixteen solo albums. Her new album “Cowgirl Boudoir” was produced by Gabriel Rhodes. Gabriel, a guitar virtuoso, accompanies her on tour along with special guest Jolie Goodnight. Kimmie has headlined at festivals all over the world and has appeared on many European and American TV and radio broadcasts, including BBC Documentary “Back To Beth’s” and “Bob Harris Country Sessions” on BBC Radio 2. www.22o5promotions.co.uk
TICKETS £15.00
THURSDAY 4TH FEBRUARY AT 7.30PM AN EVENING WITH
HOWARD JONES THE SONGS, THE PIANO & THE STORIES
Howard Jones solo show will be an intimate trip through Howard's 30 year music career, spanning across the globe and selling over 8 million albums. He is one of a select group of British artists who have comprehensively 'broken America'. Many of his best known songs were composed on his favourite instrument; the piano. Howard shares behind the scenes stories and reveals the inspiration behind the songs in these rare acoustic shows. Howard first burst upon the contemporary music scene in 1983, with his very English songwriting, pioneering synthesizers and thought provoking lyrics. His very first single 'New Song' was recently used in the award winning 'Breaking Bad' series and the song peaked at number 3 in the UK singles chart. Along with ‘New Song’, The first two albums, ‘Humans Lib’ and ‘Dream into Action’, brought Howard a host of hits including ‘Things Can Only Get Better’, ‘What is Love?’, ‘Pearl In The Shell’, ‘Like to Get To know You Well’, ‘Hide And Seek’ (performed at Live Aid), ‘Look Mama’ and ‘No One Is To Blame’, which reached No.1 in the US. Howard is supported by Elise Yuill, a Devonshire-based singer songwriter fast establishing herself in the contemporary folk scene. Elise, following successful shows in 2015 at Glastonbury festival and venues across the South West of England, will be performing songs from her debut album due for release in 2016.
TICKETS £22.50
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YOU’RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN A new musical based on the characters created by cartoonist Charles M. Schulz in his comic strip, Peanuts. Though considered a "good man" by his friends, Charlie Brown can't seem to win the heart of the Little Red-Haired Girl. Neither can his friend Lucy, with her crush, the pianoplaying Schroeder. Meanwhile Snoopy and Linus daydream and the rest of the friends battle with kites, school, baseball and misunderstandings before finally coming to realize what makes them truly happy.
TICKETS £13.00 CHILDREN £11.00 FAMILY TICKET (2 ADULTS & 2 CHILDREN) £40.00
WEDNESDAY 10TH FEBRUARY AT 7.30PM CHEQUER MEAD SILVER SCREEN PRESENTS
A WALK IN THE WOODS
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In this new comedy adventure, celebrated travel writer, Bill Bryson (Academy Award winner Robert Redford), instead of retiring to enjoy his loving and beautiful wife (Academy Award winner Emma Thompson), and large and happy family, challenges himself to hike the Appalachian Trail - 2,200 miles of America's most unspoiled, spectacular and rugged countryside from Georgia to Maine. The peace and tranquility he hopes to find, though, is anything but, once he agrees to being accompanied by the only person he can find willing to join him on the trek - his long lost and former friend Katz (Academy Award nominee Nick Nolte), a down-on-hisluck serial philanderer who, after a lifetime of relying on his charm and wits to keep one step ahead of the law – sees the trip as a way to sneak out of paying some debts and sneak into one last adventure before its too late. The trouble is, the two have a completely different definition of the word, "adventure". Now they're about to find out that when you push yourself to the edge, the real fun begins.
TICKETS £5.00
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box office: 01342 302000 FRIDAY 12TH FEBRUARY AT 7.30PM PAUL DANIELS AND DEBBIE MCGEE PRESENT
THE INTIMATE MAGIC SHOW
Several years ago the most entertaining magic guy in the world, Paul Daniels, together with his wife, Debbie McGee, toured with a small, intimate, magic show and had so much fun they have decided to do it again. They will be bringing their night of bafflement and laughter up and down the country with a unique show that is definitely not to be missed. For many years the Paul Daniels Magic Show ruled the airwaves and since then his live shows have been winning awards worldwide. In fact this tour will be their first public appearances in the UK since their successful USA shows. Known as a Legend and called 'The Godfather of Magic' by Dynamo, Paul as received a plethora of awards and honours from magical organisations worldwide. www.pauldaniels.co.uk
TICKETS £17.50
SATURDAY 13TH FEBRUARY AT 8PM
MARI WILSON In 2000 Mari was the obvious choice to play Dusty Springfield on the hugely successful UK tour of Dusty the Musical. Following her sellout 2014 shows - Mari Sings Dusty - Mari launches her brand new show Ready Steady Girls featuring unique interpretations of the songs that influenced her as she was growing up, including iconic classics by Dusty, Petula, Cilla and others.
TICKETS £16.00 CONCESSIONS £15.00
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www.chequermead.org.uk SUNDAY 14TH FEBRUARY AT 7PM CM YOUTH THEATRE PRESENTS
FRANKENSTEIN THE PROMETHEUS PROJECT This re-imagining of Mary Shelley's novel is a collaborative piece, which aims to reassess the Gothic novel against a contemporary moral backdrop. The Prometheus Project is a privately funded corporation where Dr Victor Frankenstein leads a team of scientists in creating the perfect genetically engineered soldier. Ego soon takes the place of ethics and inevitably it all goes horribly wrong as the creature rages against the machine. This is the second production by the Chequer Mead Youth Theatre. Directed by Charlie Watts.
TICKETS £7.50 CONCESSIONS £6.00
THURS 18TH AT 7PM & FRIDAY 19TH AT 2PM & 7PM BULLFROG PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS
CATS Inspired by T.S Eliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats, and composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, Cats the Musical comes to Chequer Mead following sell out performances at The Stag in Sevenoaks, and rave reviews likening it to the West End Production! The original Broadway and West End productions won numerous awards including Best Musical at both the Laurence Olivier Awards and the Tony Awards. Don’t miss this fabulous opportunity to see this incredible musical that spawned the hit song Memory and launched the career of Elaine Paige!
TICKETS £14.00 CONCESSIONS £12.00 FAMILY TICKET £47.00 chequer Mead acts as an agent for all events
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T’PAU Songs and Stories T’Pau became one of the most successful and biggest selling bands of the 1980s with huge hits like China In Your Hand, Heart and Soul and Valentine. Led by flame-haired singer Carol Decker, they rode the crest of a wave, also enjoying a quadruple platinum number one hit with their debut album, Bridge Of Spies. After a brief hiatus, they reformed in 1998 and have been in high demand ever since. On their new Songs and Stories tour fans can look forward to hearing all of their biggest hits – as well as the stories behind them. The tour coincides with the publication of Carol Decker’s autobiography, which will be published in January 2016. The story lifts the lid on the highlights and hang-ups of life in one of Britain’s most successful bands. Decker will tell stories from the book as she introduces some of the band’s biggest hits. She will also meet fans after the show to sign copies of the book and CDs. Fans can look forward to hearing music from throughout T’Pau’s career, including songs from their 2015 album, Pleasure and Pain. Decker will be performing stripped back and intimate versions of classics that have stood the test of time. She said “This is something completely new. The fans can look forward to hearing all of the classic hits. But we’ll also be telling them the stories behind the songs. It’s going to be an amazing tour.”
TICKETS £18.00
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The Olivier award-winning comedy
THE RISE & FALL OF LITTLE VOICE The Rise and Fall of Little Voice, a sparkling night of music, divas and romance, written by Jim Cartwright. In this heart-warming tale shy Little Voice spends most of her time hidden away with her late father’s record collection, perfecting her astonishing impersonations. Her extraordinary talent remains a secret until she is overheard by local talent scout Ray Say. Determined to hit the big time, Ray sets about creating the show of the century with Little Voice as his star. When the big night arrives, Ray is convinced that this is his last chance for fame and fortune. But has anyone asked Little Voice what she wants? Originally a production at The National Theatre, the play was adapted for the big screen and starred Jane Horrocks in the starring role. With a phenomenal cast directed by Angela Scullin (Full Monty, Sweet Charity, Blood Brothers), this is a show of rollercoaster emotions not to be missed. The Rise and Fall of Little Voice is an amateur production by arrangement with Samuel French Ltd.
TICKETS £13.00 CONCESSIONS £12.00 SCHOOL GROUPS £9.00
THURSDAY 25TH FEBRUARY AT 7PM NT LIVE PRESENTS
AS YOU LIKE IT Broadcast live, Shakespeare’s glorious comedy of love and change is performed direct from the National Theatre for the first time in 30 years. With her father, the Duke banished and in exile, Rosalind (played by Rosalie Craig) and her cousin Celia leave their lives in the court behind them and journey into the Forest of Arden. There, released from convention, Rosalind experiences the liberating rush of transformation. Disguising herself as a boy, she embraces a different way of living and falls spectacularly in love.
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RE-TAKE THAT Re-Take That, featuring Paul Waite as Gary Barlow, return to Chequer Mead for another sell-out show where they emulate Britain’s favourite band with their breath-taking re-created stage show. Featuring full dance routines, costume changes and all the hits including Patience, Back for Good, Could it be Magic, The Flood and many more. Make it an evening you will “Never Forget”!
TICKETS £15.00 CONCESSIONS £14.00 CHILDREN £10.00
MONDAY 29TH FEBRUARY AT 7.30PM
CHEQUER MEAD SILVER SCREEN PRESENTS
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EVEREST On the morning of May 10, 1996, climbers (Jason Clarke, Josh Brolin) from two expeditions start their final ascent toward the summit of Mount Everest, the highest point on Earth. With little warning, a violent storm strikes the mountain, engulfing the adventurers in one of the fiercest blizzards ever encountered by man. Challenged by the harshest conditions imaginable, the teams must endure blistering winds and freezing temperatures in an epic battle to survive against nearly impossible odds.
TICKETS £5.00 CONCESSIONS £4.00 FAMILY TICKET £15.00
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ALLO ALLO A COMEDY BY JEREMY LLOYD AND DAVID CROFT
After recent box office success with the play version of Blood Brothers, Rising Stars Adult Theatre Company brings the hilarious play 'Allo 'Allo to the Chequer Mead stage. Based on the hugely popular TV comedy series, the stage version of 'Allo 'Allo follows the adventures of Rene, the hapless cafe owner in war-torn occupied France, as he and his wife, Edith, struggle to keep for themselves a priceless portrait stolen by the Nazis and kept in a sausage in their cellar. 'Allo ‘Allo is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French Ltd.
TICKETS £12.00, PENSIONERS & CMF: £11.00, CHILDREN: £9.00, SCHOOL AND GROUP RATES AVAILABLE
THURSDAY 10TH MARCH AT 8PM
THE DREAMBOYS
The Dreamboys are without a shadow of a doubt the UK's top Male Strip Show, perfect for a girls night out with all your friends. Their showcase is unquestionably the most famous Male Stripper act the UK has ever produced. With special guest appearances on some of the UK's biggest TV shows such as The X Factor, Britain's Got Talent, Celebrity Big Brother, Loose Women, This Morning, The Alan Titchmarsh Show and The Only Way Is Essex, plus massive sold out Worldwide Tours, it's no wonder The Dreamboys have earned themselves the title of the only Male Strip Group in history to have celebrity status. If you're looking for the very best girls night out in the UK, look no further than these incredible stripping hunks. An action packed 2 hour Show from start to finish, these boys will literally have you begging for more!!! This is one action packed show full of Music, Muscle, Magic and Mayhem that will leave you breathless which you simply cannot afford to miss!!! Book your Tickets now before it's too late!!!
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box office: 01342 302000 FRIDAY 11TH MARCH AT 7.30PM SIMON CALLOW PRESENTS
ORSON WELLES’ LIFE AND WORK IN
ONE MAN BAND
‘One-Man Band’ is the third volume in Simon Callow’s epic survey of Orson Welles’ life and work. He, once again, probes in comprehensive and penetrating detail into one of the most complex artists of the twentieth century, looking closely at the triumphs and failures of an ambitious one-man assault on one medium after another – theatre, radio, film, television, even, at one point, ballet – in each of which his radical and original approach opened up new directions and hitherto unglimpsed possibilities. Simon will delve into what it was like to be around Welles, and, with a precision rarely attempted before, what it was like to be him, in which lies the answer to the old riddle: whatever happened to Orson Welles?
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FRANKIE’S GUYS
'Frankie's Guys’ is a fast paced energetic celebration of 'Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons'. The boys take you on a nostalgic trip down memory lane with their own charismatic stamp of timeless classics such as, 'Big Girls Don't Cry', 'Walk Like A Man', ‘Sherry’ & 'Oh What A Night', reminding you exactly why ‘The Four Seasons’ sold over 100 million records and earned themselves a place in the prestigious 'Rock and Roll Hall of Fame'. ’Frankie's Guys’ are receiving standing ovations up and down the country due to their slick choreography, charm, charisma, brilliant audience participation and amazing live vocals. A show not to be missed!
TICKETS £18.00
SUNDAY 13TH MARCH AT 6PM
DAVE PHILIPS 60+2 Birthday Bash TICKETS £5.00 chequer Mead acts as an agent for all events
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MICHAEL PORTILLO A GAME OF TWO HALVES It took Michael Portillo little more than 10 years to get a seat in the Commons and then rise in power and esteem to a point where he was a favoured leader of his party and possible future PM. A track record like that suggests to many a privileged friend of the rich and famous with little or no understanding of or care for the ordinary citizen. Since leaving the house almost a decade ago Michael has endeared himself to many with his obvious respect for solid workmanship, like our great Victorian Railways and his obvious care for the underprivileged.
TICKETS £16.00 CONCESSIONS £14.00
Listen to his extraordinary story and then feel free to question him about it.
WEDNESDAY 16TH MARCH AT 7.30PM
CHEQUER MEAD SILVER SCREEN PRESENTS
THE WATER DIVINER
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This Australian historical fictional war drama is directed by and starring Academy award winner, Russell Crowe in his directional debut. The Water Diviner tells the tale of a father who travels to Turkey in order to find his three sons who he believes have been killed at Gallopoli.
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BOB FOX is the songman Since the early seventies Bob Fox has lovingly developed his skills in the performance of folk song in all its various forms. Hailing from County Durham in the North East of England his music is deeply influenced by the working class culture and industrial folk song from that area. Bob has toured extensively throughout the world including the UK, Europe, USA, New Zealand and Australia, performing both as a solo artist and alongside musical heavyweights such as: Stu Luckley, Ralph McTell, Billy Mitchell and Fairport Convention. Now back by popular demand, the fantastic Mr Fox thrilled audiences and his adoring fan base this year with his national and international tour of An Evening with The WarHorse Songman, having spent three years in the Tony Award winning original production.
TICKETS £12.00
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FRIDAY 18TH MARCH AT 7.30PM
FISHER STEVENS Winner of The International Elvis Masters Championships 2014, Fisher Stevens is renowned as one of the best Elvis tribute artists in the UK. Ever popular with East Grinstead residents Fisher has performed at East Court Live, and at Chequer Mead on a number of occasions. With a flawless tribute to the King, with hits such as Wonder of You, Suspicious Minds, Always on my Mind, American Trilogy, Jailhouse Rock, Blue Suede Shoes and many more, this is a must for Elvis fans and music lovers alike.
TICKETS £16.00 CONCESSIONS £15.00
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i DANCE 2016 A celebration of Dance from Imberhorne School.
TICKETS £12.00 CONCESSIONS £8.00
SATURDAY 2ND APRIL AT 1.30PM & 7.15PM DEBORAH LAMB THEATRE ARTS PRESENTS
TECHNO
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FRIDAY 8TH APRIL AT 7.30PM
THE BOHEMIANS A comprehensive re-enactment of Queen’s Greatest Hits
Internationally renowned Queen Tribute band The Bohemians take you on a high energy roller coaster ride of a concert, featuring the back catalogue of one of the world’s most popular and iconic rock acts of all time. So many fabulous hits to be covered but they’re all here, from the early piano and harmony heavy masterpieces, to the later, catchy pop of the =eighties and Rock anthems of the early nineties. Whether it’s Killer Queen, Crazy Little Thing Called Love or The Show Must Go On, Bohemian Rhapsody or We Will Rock You/We Are the Champions, The Bohemians will have you on your feet, singing, dancing and clapping along in a truly memorable live re-enactment of the world’s greatest rock band.
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SHAKATAK
Shakatak have enjoyed a level of success and career longevity rarely paralleled in contemporary music – but then Shakatak is a particularly unusual group. Because of the nature of their music, their fan base is one that is far reaching while always retaining an ‘underground element’. After a number of successful top-twenty singles in the UK, the band went on to score unprecedented international success with the release of the classic ‘Nightbirds”. This success was repeated with the top-ten hit “Down on the Street and the award-winning video established the band’s personnel of Jill Saward (lead vocs), Bill Sharpe (keys), Keith Winter (gtr), George Anderson (bass) and Roger Odell (drums). With the magic Al Jarreau/Shakatak combination, the group went on to record the track ‘Day by Day’ to further international acclaim. A vibrant live act, combining astute musicianship with a sense of fun that communicate strongly with world-wide audiences.
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RICHARD DIGANCE Richard Digance is not just a singer/guitarist, and not merely one of the country’s most celebrated comedy entertainers, he is also a one man creative industry, whose achievements are acknowledged around the world. A BAFTA nominated performer, a world acclaimed poet, an author and an artist. This special show of music and laughter will bring Richard’s weekend art exhibition in the Greenstede Gallery to a close. Come and meet Richard at 5.30pm as he displays and sells some of his incredible artwork, prior to his evening show.
TICKETS £16.00 CONCESSIONS £14.00
WEDNESDAY 13TH APRIL AT 7.30PM DAVID STARKEY PRESENTS
THE KING IS DEAD With over-mighty father confessors, concealed deaths and lethal faction fights over the still-warm corpse, the Tudors died as excitingly as they lived. This lecture, by the UK's leading constitutional historian, uncovers the astonishingly dramatic story. David Starkey, known for his forthright views, talks about the period he describes as "the most glorious soap opera, with the whole future of countries turning on what these huge personalities felt like when they got out of bed in the morning."
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THE RAT PACK & JUDY! FEATURING BECKY O’BRIEN AS JUDY GARLAND
The Official UK No: 1 Tribute show as voted by The Agents Association of Great Britain, comes direct From London’s Leicester Square Theatre, The 02 Arena, a Royal Command Performance and a performance last year on Strictly Come Dancing. David Alacey (Lovejoy & Inspector Alleyn), Des Coleman (Lenny - Eastenders & The One Show) and Paul Drakeley (Inside Out -BBC) star as Frank, Sammy and Dean in the original Rat Pack show, now celebrating its 18th record breaking year. Together they amaze audiences with their recreation of the music of Sinatra, Martin and Davis, in a fabulous show which brings the style and excitement of the Las Vegas heyday to vivid life. Including all the great hits - My Way, Mr Bojangles, New York New York, Amore, Come Fly With Me! Now together with their Swinging Orchestra under the Direction of BBC Musical Director – Don Hunt and the stunning L.A Showgirls, they are joined in this lavish production by the amazing talent of Becky O’Brien who recently took the country by storm with her incredible rendition of The Judy Garland classic “Somewhere Over The Rainbow” on Britain’s Got Talent. Of her performance Simon Cowell was moved to say "Wow. I was not expecting that. Your voice is so beautiful, so authentic, it was just so emotional. This is why we love making this show, to find people like you”. Many fans of the Rat Pack will know that Judy Garland was an original member of the original Holmby Hills Rat Pack alongside Sinatra and his pals and this show once again reunites these legends together again for one special performance, featuring the hit songs and comedy which helped to create a unique chapter in Entertainment history. So Get happy with Frank, Dean, Sammy and Judy in a A Night to Remember!
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EAST GRINSTEAD MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL 2016 East Grinstead Music & Arts Festival exists to encourage and promote Dancing, Singing and Speech & Drama in Sussex and neighbouring counties.
FULL DAY £5.00 (CONCESSIONS £3.50), AM/EVENING £4.50 (£3.00), EVENING ONLY £3.00 (£2.50) FURTHER INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND ON THEIR WEB SITE WWW.EGMAF.ORG.UK.
MONDAY 18TH APRIL AT 7.30PM AN EVENING OF PSYCHIC MEDIUMSHIP WITH
TONY STOCKWELL It’s NOT creepy or kooky, mysterious or spooky. It’s Psychic Medium Tony Stockwell demonstrating his belief that those who have passed can communicate with their loved ones. At its best, Mediumship has the potential to change someone’s life and to instil in them a sense of peace, comfort and purpose. Psychic Medium Tony Stockwell is not a new kid on the block and during his 25 years working as a medium he has constantly worked to improve his game and push the boundaries of his communication. In that time he has had umpteen television programmes, taught at some of the most respected schools for mediumistic development as well as setting up his own training school for developing mediums. Tony Stockwell is a Spiritualist Medium and spirit communication is part of his own religious belief, but we accept differing opinions exist regarding mediumship. Any demonstration of mediumship is an experiment and results are not guaranteed.
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SWAN LAKE Music by Tchaikovsky One of the best known love stories, performed by the ever popular Vienna Festival Ballet. Lavish costumes, stunning scenery, international stars, and the glorious music from Tchaikovsky make this a night not to be missed. Swan Lake is the most popular ballet in the world. It's the ballet that captures like no other the full range of human emotions - from hope to despair, from terror to tenderness, from melancholy to ecstasy. An evening not to be missed.
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WEDNESDAY 20TH APRIL AT 7.30PM
MEET TOMMY ATKINS This brand new play written by award winning author James Ruddick (Death at the Priory, Lord Lucan - What Really Happened) and playwright/actor Peter Gill (Talbot House, The Jerry Lee Lewis Story) details, through the eyes of a simple 'Tommy' the reality of war for those who actually fought it. In an astonishing solo performance, 'Meet Tommy Atkins' takes the audience through his war - a war that saw him fight at Ypres, Passendale, Loos and on the Somme and that took him to the depths of despair but also brought him unique comradeship that he would never find again. From the beginning of the war to the end, Private Tommy Atkins was there. This is his story.
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box office: 01342 302000 THURSDAY 21ST APRIL AT 7PM ANOTHER LIVE PRODUCTION FROM THE NATIONAL THEATRE TITLE YET TO BE ANOUNCED. CHECK THE CHEQUER MEAD WEBSITE FOR DETAILS WWW.CHEQUERMEAD.ORG.UK
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FRIDAY 22ND APRIL AT 7.30PM
THE FORTUNES PAST & PRESENT TOUR
Iconic hit Band of the 60s and 70s, with their worldwide hits including "You’ve Got Your Troubles" "Here It Comes Again" "Storm In A Teacup" "Here Comes That Rainy Day Feeling Again” “Seasons in the Sun” “Freedom Come Freedom Go” presents a brand new show! This intimate show will include not only all The Fortunes fabulous hits, but anecdotes & stories drawn from their many experiences over the years. Many others hit songs drawn from their times in other bands such as, Marmalade, Billy J Kramer’s Dakotas, Del Shannon, Bobby Vee, Love Affair, Badfinger. ‘The Badfinger Story’, illuminating Bob’s time with that ill-fated but brilliant band. A moving tribute to Rod Allen, considered by many to be-The voice of the Fortunes
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FRIDAY 29TH APRIL AT 7.30PM
JOE LONGTHORNE This is the postponed show from May 2015. This talented artist began his career over threedecades ago with appearances on Junior Showtime, followed by a grounding on the tough Northern club circuit. His big break came in 1981 when he was a finalist on London Weekend Television's Search for a Star - this lead to appearances at the London Palladium with Bob Hope and The Talk of the Town. A short time later, Joe received the Variety Club of Britain award as Most Promising Artiste of the Year. Television specials in the UK and USA followed. Joe's repertoire of voices is endless and includes hundreds of the world's top singers, however, he is perhaps best known for his impersonation of Shirley Bassey who has commented, "Joe can do me better than I can do myself". During his career, Joe has received gold and platinum discs for his albums, enjoyed sell-out concerts at the Royal Albert Hall, as well as touring Australia several times.
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Now, Joe is looking forward to new challenges, new songs to sing and new audiences to thrill.
SATURDAY 30TH & SUNDAY 1ST MAY EAST GRINSTEAD MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL 2016 FURTHER INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND ON THEIR WEB SITE WWW.EGMAF.ORG.UK
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COMING SOON TUESDAY 3RD MAY
TERRY WAITE SATURDAY 11TH - TUESDAY 14TH MAY
LES MISÉRABLES SCHOOLS EDITION 32
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DEREK ACORAH SATURDAY 29TH OCTOBER
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WHaT’S On in THe GreenSTeDe Gallery FREE ADMISSION Tuesday 19th January to Tuesday 2nd February
Brambletye Exhibition From the age of 3 to their final chapter in Year 8, Brambletye pupils are taught the important disciplines of observation, interpretation and structured freedom to create works of art. This exhibition highlights the many strengths of our pupils who experiment in drawing, printmaking, painting and Design/technology. One must never underestimate what can be achieved by a 13 year old.
Thurs 3rd to Wed 9th March
Unique Extraction
Sat 9th & Sun 10th April
Richard Digance
Amy Ensing presents the variety of her work in her first exhibition at the Greenstede Gallery.
50 at 50 Art Exhibition
All of her work varies, and the exhibit is her interpretations of what intrigues and excites her!
Richard Digance is not just an incredible guitarist, singer and songwriter, he is also an amazing artist.
In this exhibition Richard will be selling 50 original pieces of art all at ÂŁ50 each! Richard will be here to launch the exhibition at 1pm on Saturday 9th April, and will be back at 5:30 on Sunday 10th April to meet and greet, and talk about his art, before performing on the Chequer Mead stage at 7:30pm.
Thursday 14th - Wednesday 27th April
Pilgrim Art John Burgess returns to Chequer Mead for a two week exhibition with a new collection of paintings in oil which range from traditional landscapes and seascapes to contemporary street-art inspired works. The Surrey based artist will be in attendance during the exhibition period. A range of original works, limited edition giclee prints and cards will be available to purchase.
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GENERAL INFORMATION 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/business or group, which will be attached to one of the seats in the auditorium. You will also be listed on a plaque on the entrance to the theatre and on our website as a seat sponsor (unless you wish to remain anonymous). All seat sponsors will be entered into a quarterly draw to win 2 tickets to a Chequer Mead production. (One entry per seat).
CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP & ADVERTISING We have a number of sponsorship and advertising opportunities for the business community to support their local arts centre. For more information, contact the Centre Manager on 01342 325577.
CHEQUER MEAD FANCY DRESS & 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, 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
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SPECIAL SCHOOLS RATE Do you know that schools in East Grinstead are able to hire the theatre for just £120 for three hours? Perfect for that end of year prize giving or school production and a great opportunity for young people to experience performing on a professional stage for the first time – please contact the administration office on 01342 325577 for more information.
OPENING HOURS Monday – Saturday: 9.30am – 5.30pm. Box Office is also open until the interval on performance evenings. Check the website for Sunday openings. Tickets are available to book online at www.chequermead.org.uk
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 there is a transaction charge on all card payments. 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 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. Online: Don’t forget you can now book online at your convenience and choose your seats. There is an online booking fee of £1 per ticket. You can choose to have your tickets sent out to you or you can collect them from the box office. chequer Mead acts as an agent for all events
GENERAL INFORMATION solT THEaTrE VoucHErs SOLT Theatre Vouchers are accepted and can also be purchased at our Box Office. Theatre tokens can now be used when making telephone bookings as well as in person.
disablEd PaTrons Guide and assistance dogs are welcome throughout the Centre. There are three disabled parking bays available in the Centre car park and also a disabled bathroom available. Chequer Mead operates a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan Procedure (PEEP) for its disabled patrons – please speak to a member of staff for more information.
WHEElcHair PaTrons We ask that wheelchair patrons book in advance so that we can help you during your visit. Please discuss your needs with Box Office staff when making your booking, especially if you are using a large wheelchair. We are pleased to offer concessionary priced tickets to wheelchairs users where available and complimentary tickets to carers whose presence is essential. There is level access to the front and throughout the building. Regretfully there is no access to the first floor seats in the circle.
HEaring iMPairEd PaTrons The auditorium has an infrared induction loop system. Headsets are available at the Box Office free of charge.
Visually iMPairEd PaTrons A large print of events listings is available on request. Please telephone the Marketing Department 01342 325577.
audiEncE laTEcoMErs At the discretion of the Duty Manager, patrons arriving late may be held back, or seated in the most easily accessible seat if appropriate, until a suitable break in the performance.
PErforMancE conTEnT Whilst we attempt at all times to safeguard customer’s interests, Chequer Mead can accept no responsibility for the content and pricing of events. Chequer Mead will give guidance where possible on extreme content.
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REGULAR HIRERS Chequer Mead plays host to many groups and classes in the area. For more information contact the admin office on 01342 325577 ADULT BALLET Adult ballet class, Monday 7.30-8.30pm. Re-live your childhood ballet class. Get fit, improve all over body strength and have fun. Ballet shoes not required, unless you want to. For more information call Annie Scott 07977 007076 or email: anniescott333@yahoo.co.uk ANNIE SCOTT DANCE STREET DANCE AND TAP DANCE Term time only, Thursdays. Fun and imaginative street dance and tap dance classes for primary school children. For more information call Annie Scott 07977 007076 or email: anniescott333@yahoo.co.uk ANNIE SCOTT DANCE BALLET Term time only, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Fun and imaginative ballet classes for toddlers, pre-school and primary school children. Contact Annie Scott on 07977 007076 or anniescott333@yahoo.co.uk ALLEGRA EURTHYMY – MOVEMENT ART Eurythmy sessions incompass poetry, stories and music. Fairytale and Eurythymy performances. Sessions held Mondays at 10:30-12:30pm For more information about the courses and the performances visit our website: www.allegra-eurythmy.com or call: 07552 662525 BELLY DANCING The fun way to keep fit- great for all ages and sizes. Classes every Monday 6-9pm. Contact Lea Smith on 01342 850423 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. Private singing/drama/piano classes also available on Saturday mornings. Telephone: 01342 322411 Website: www.bullfrogproductions.co.uk Facebook: Bullfrog Productions BULLFROG FROGGIES BALLET & TAP CLASSES Bullfrog also run ballet and tap classes from 3 years upwards on a Saturday morning from 10am to 1:30pm. 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 Website: www.bullfrogproductions.co.uk Facebook: Bullfrog Productions CHOIRPOWER "Choirpower" sings a wide range of music including show and popular songs, jazz standards, light classics. New members are always welcome. Rehearsals are Thursdays at 8.00pm. For further information contact shustermarion@hotmail.com or 01342 312824 www.learn2sing.org CHEQUER MEAD YOUTH THEATRE The Chequer Mead Youth Theatre aims to give children and young people aged 12-21 the opportunity to train and perform in a professional theatre environment. Our weekly workshops encompass a range of theatre disciplines with a focus on building confidence and having fun. There are also Master Classes and a production every year. The Youth Theatre meet on Mondays between 6:30pm and 8pm. Our Youth Theatre Director is Charlie Watts. Charlie trained for 3 years as an actor at the Mountview Academy of Performing Arts. He continues to work as a professional actor, and is experienced in all areas of performance. Charlie is also a LAMDA Speech and Drama Examination coach as well as running numerous drama classes including a successful short film making course for children and adults called, MOVIEMAKERS. To find out how to join please contact our Youth Theatre Director Charlie Watts on: 07778 840923 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, visit their website: www.nadfaseastgrinstead.com
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rEgular HirErs conTinuEd TAI CHI – Liu He Ba Fa A brand new Tai Chi Class at Chequer Mead has started on Mondays at 6:30pm. This class is open to adults of any age, size and fitness level. The consistent practice of tai chi promotes balance control, flexibility, good posture and improves the ability of the body to heal itself. We practise the Liu He Ba Fa form, which is a Chinese internal art of self cultivation characterised by fluid and gentle movements designed to allow the body to integrate harmoniously with spirit and mind resulting in enhanced vitality, mental clarity and relaxation. For more information please visit our website: http://www.eliobasagni.com/about-tai-chi/ and if you wish to join our class please contact us on: 07832964191 (Elisabetta) or 07896303248 (Elio). WEIGHTWATCHERS. Because it works! Thursdays 5.45pm – 6.45pm 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. Pro Points is a fantastic weight loss plan, giving you the tools and tactics to achieve the weight loss success you want! We provide weekly weigh in, group support and fun! Get your sparkle back! For further information: Jenny Whitaker 07966 558409 jwhitaker@weightwatchers.co.uk Facebook: Jenny Whitaker Weight Watchers
ZUMBA Tuesdays from 6.45pm-7.45pm Classes are suitable for everyone, any ability. The Zumba class fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow move to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away! For more info, email: missvickyhayes@googlemail.com or call 07974 105554 www.vickyhayesworkouts.co.uk ZUMBA GOLD- AGE UK Zumba Gold is designed to be approachable by all populations, regardless of 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. Every Wednesday at 10am, costs £3.50
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What’s on at a glance! january
SATURDAY 23RD THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY
MONDAY 25TH NT LIVE JANE EYRE
WEDNESDAY 27TH CM SILVER SCREEN LEGEND
THURSDAY 28TH NT LIVE LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES
FRIDAY 29TH JETHRO
SUNDAY 31ST KIMMIE RHODES IN THE PAVILION
THURSDAY 4TH HOWARD JONES
SATURDAY 6TH YOU’RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN
WEDNESDAY 10TH CM SILVER SCREEN A WALK IN THE WOODS
FRIDAY 12TH PAUL DANIELS & DEBBIE McGEE
SATURDAY 13TH MARI WILSON
SUNDAY 14TH CMYT FRANKENSTEIN
THURSDAY 18TH & FRIDAY 19TH CATS
SATURDAY 20TH T’PAU
TUESDAY 23RD & WEDNESDAY 24TH THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE
THURSDAY 25TH NT LIVE AS YOU LIKE IT
FRIDAY 26TH RE-TAKE THAT
MONDAY 29TH CM SILVER SCREEN EVEREST
THURSDAY 10TH THE DREAMBOYS
FRIDAY 11TH SIMON CALLOW
SATURDAY 12TH FRANKIE’S GUYS
SUNDAY 13TH DAVE PHILIPS BIRTHDAY BASH
MONDAY 14TH MICHAEL PORTILLO
february
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THURS 3RD & FRI 5TH ALLO ALLO
april
WEDNESDAY 16TH CM SILVER SCREEN THE WATER DIVINER
THURSDAY 17TH THE SONGMAN BOB FOX
FRIDAY 18TH FISHER STEVENS
MONDAY 21ST & TUESDAY 22ND IDANCE
SAT 2ND APRIL DEBORAH LAMB
FRIDAY 8TH THE BOHEMIANS
SATURDAY 9TH SHAKATAK
SUNDAY 10TH RICHARD DIGANCE
WEDNESDAY 13TH DAVID STARKEY
FRIDAY 15TH THE RAT PACK AND JUDY
SAT 16TH & SUN 17TH EGMAF 2016
MONDAY 18TH TONY STOCKWELL
TUESDAY 19TH SWAN LAKE
WEDNESDAY 20TH MEET TOMMY ATKINS
THURSDAY 21ST NT LIVE TITLE TBC
FRIDAY 22ND THE FORTUNES
FRIDAY 29TH JOE LONGTHORNE
SAT 30TH & SUN 1ST MAY EGMAF 2016
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